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Research Summary: Integrating socio-scientific issues into undergraduate cell biology: a transferable curriculum framework using pandemic contexts

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Frontiers in Education
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Aziz Shuaib Ausi
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29 August 2026
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22 September 2026
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1 min
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Executive Guide
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A conceptual, design-based curriculum framework is proposed for integrating socio-scientific issues (SSI) into undergraduate cell biology instruction, leveraging the COVID-19 pandemic as an authentic context. This framework aims to connect core biological concepts with the development of scientific literacy, critical thinking, and civic responsibility through blended learning strategies and collaborative inquiry.

Why it matters

This curriculum framework offers a strategic approach to enhance scientific education by bridging disciplinary knowledge with real-world applications and societal relevance. It is crucial for fostering critical thinking and civic responsibility among future professionals, enabling them to navigate complex, science-driven challenges.

Key insights

  • The framework integrates socio-scientific issues (SSI) into undergraduate cell biology.
  • It uses the COVID-19 pandemic as an authentic context for learning.
  • Core biological concepts like viral infection, cellular immunity, and vaccine development are linked to broader societal issues.
  • The curriculum aims to develop scientific literacy, critical thinking, and civic responsibility.
  • Pedagogical designs include blended learning, immersive case studies on SARS-CoV-2, and analysis of misinformation.

Source

Frontiers in Education — https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/feduc.2026.1832227

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Integrating socio-scientific issues into undergraduate cell biology: a transferable curriculum framework using pandemic contexts
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