Kennesaw State University Research And Service Foundation, Inc. received a $150,000 Project Grant award from the National Science Foundation's STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076) to develop interdisciplinary biology curriculum modules. The three-year project will integrate knowledge from fields including the humanities, science, technology and non-academic sources into undergraduate biology textbooks and education. Researchers will analyze existing textbooks, compile interdisciplinary research on biology topics, and develop participatory learning modules to test with students and the public. The open access curriculum aims to shift perceptions of science competence and broaden participation in biology. Outcomes may inform STEM education policies and serve as a model for more interdisciplinary research across academic divisions. The award reflects NSF's support of projects deemed worthy through evaluation of intellectual merit and broader impact criteria.
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