Title

In search of a better bean: A simple activity to introduce plant biology

Authors

Kim Spaccarotella, Kean University
Roxie James, Kean University

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

1-1-2014

Abstract

Measuring plant stem growth over time is a simple activity commonly used to introduce concepts in growth and development in plant biology (Reid & Pu, 2007). This Quick Fix updates the activity and incorporates a real-world application: students consider possible effects of soil substrate and sunlight conditions on plant growth without needing access to costly supplies. Although written for undergraduates, the activity could be adapted for secondary students. © 2014 by National Association of Biology Teachers. All rights reserved. Request permission to photocopy or reproduce article content at the University of California Press's Rights and Permissions Web site at.

Publication Title

American Biology Teacher

First Page Number

352

Last Page Number

353

DOI

10.1525/abt.2014.76.5.11

Recommended Citation

Spaccarotella, Kim and James, Roxie, "In search of a better bean: A simple activity to introduce plant biology" (2014). Kean Publications. 2028.
https://digitalcommons.kean.edu/keanpublications/2028