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Frontiers in Physiology: A fellowship program that fosters the teaching and learning of science

The APS Frontiers in Physiology Professional Development Fellowship supports middle/high school science teachers in learning about scientific research and creating student‐centered learning environments. Fellows in the year‐long program examine their current teaching methods and learning environments, engage in cutting‐edge biomedical research alongside APS members, attend a week‐long workshop with mentor teachers and physiologists to learn effective teaching strategies and physiology content, enhance and develop classroom materials, and participate in Experimental Biology. 2006–2008 Fellows (n=45) provided qualitative and quantitative evaluation feedback via surveys (pre/post), online discussions, reflections, and portfolios. Overall, Fellows increased their understanding of the research process and how scientific knowledge is generated and shared. They also diversified and deepened their science teaching skills. The multiple components of the fellowship program demonstrate an effective strategy in fostering an integrative approach to learning both physiology content and the teaching of science. Frontiers in Physiology is sponsored by the APS, a Science Education Partnership Award from the National Center for Research Resources and the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases at the NIH.