Biology Misconceptions and Education

The Amoeba Sisters express their excitement about attending the CAST conference in Dallas, Texas, from November 10-12, 2022. They highlight the conference's engaging workshops and sessions. As creators of a biology YouTube channel, they discuss common biology misconceptions, categorizing them into themes such as vocabulary inconsistencies, diagram confusion, chemistry in biology, memorization, blanket definitions, and outdated information. They plan to address these misconceptions by providing examples and solutions in their session.

What is the CAST conference known for?

• A quiet and relaxed atmosphere

• Exclusive to college professors

• High-energy workshops and sessions

• A focus on mathematics education

What role do the Amoeba Sisters play in the field of biology education?

• They are textbook authors

• They create biology YouTube videos

• They conduct laboratory research

• They organize biology competitions

Which of the following is NOT a theme of biology misconceptions mentioned by the Amoeba Sisters?

• Advanced calculus problems

• The chemistry in biology

• Diagram/image confusion

• Vocabulary inconsistencies

What is one of the challenges in biology education according to the Amoeba Sisters?

• The absence of online resources

• The lack of textbooks

• The difficulty of finding teachers

• The temptation to memorize

How do the Amoeba Sisters plan to address biology misconceptions?

• By creating more misconceptions

• By providing examples and ideas

• By ignoring them

• By focusing only on chemistry