Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- select and research specific topics in the areas of genetics, evolution, and other areas of biology using both primary and secondary literature sources
- concisely describe a body of research in abstract form
- construct written outlines and drafts based on feedback from peers and the professor
- write research review papers in a proper scientific format
- give concise, well-organized oral presentations to peers
- clearly discuss and answer questions from their peers about their research findings
- offer valuable, constructive criticism on peers' written and oral work