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Scientific Literature and Literacy: A Course of Practical Skills for Undergraduate Science Majors
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A two hour per week course which provides sophomore chemistry majors with practical career skills is described. The course covers skills for finding internships and jobs, searching the scientific literature, technical writing and public speaking, and safety. This course has been successful at providing students with technical skills for advanced courses and motivating them to find internships and pursue professional careers in science.
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- Received: August 03, 2009
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