Instructors use these specimens in cases where this is deemed necessary for teaching important biological concepts and principles. Students who have concerns about the use of organisms in classes MUST, prior to registering, submit a request for alternative materials to the course instructor. It is up to the discretion of the instructor as to whether and how non-organism alternatives may be substituted for biological materials in class. Students permitted to use alternative materials are responsible for the same knowledge and application as their classmates, and may be required to complete examinations that involve the inspection or handling of biological specimens. All components of the research paper, including figures, should be included on the computer disks.
Students are responsible for data analysis and written presentation of research results.
However, conceptual and technical assistance in data analysis and presentation are encouraged. Instruction during the summer field course in use of computers and specific software will be provided. Normally, students are not o collect data for other research as part of their project, or data in excess of that which can be analyzed as part of the course and considered in their reports. Formatting of the draft copy should follow the guidelines for the final copy except that the draft report must be double-space in its entirety. All papers must be typed single-space on one side of 8.5 by 11 in.