Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Cheryl L Ross"
Cheryl L Ross's research primarily focuses on the attitudes and practices of biology educators regarding dissection in teaching, highlighting a significant aspect of science education.
In her study published in 2004, she surveyed 5000 middle and high school biology teachers, finding that a substantial 79% utilized dissection as a teaching tool.
The findings revealed that while the majority of teachers viewed dissection as essential for hands-on learning, a notable percentage were open to discussing alternatives, suggesting a duality in educational approaches within biology classrooms.