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CUSA1103 Learning Biochemistry Through Games 透過遊戲學習生物化學

This course aims at facilitating S1-S3 students to learn some foundation biochemical principles through a series of group games. In this course, essential knowledge and concepts of biochemistry, such as 1) the Central Dogma: the synthesis of proteins in accordance with the genes stored in DNA, 2) fundamental principles and the importance of metabolic pathways to release of energy from food, and 3) basic practical skills of biochemistry by means of innovative technology are covered. Furthermore, this course emphasizes on the peer interaction and corporation in groups; where an enjoyable atmosphere will be fostered for our students to learn through the experiential learning of games.

本課程旨在透過一系列小組遊戲,讓中一至中三學生學習一些生物化學的基礎知識和理論,例如﹝一﹞從DNA到信使RNA以及蛋白質的分子程序等「中心法則」的概念;﹝二﹞從食物中釋放能量的生物化學等基本新陳代謝的知識;﹝三﹞利用虛擬科技體驗生物化學一些應用實驗。除此之外,本課程亦注重同學們之間的互動和合作,並希望他們能在遊戲中體驗學習,一起共渡快樂的時光。

 

Organising units:
  • Biochemistry Programme, School of Life Sciences
  • Centre for Promoting Science Education, CUHK
Category:   Category II – Academy Credit-Bearing
Learning outcomes:   Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:
  1. Appreciate what is the Central Dogma: the synthesis of proteins in accordance with the genes stored in DNA;
  2. Appreciate the fundamental principles and the importance of metabolic pathways, such as the release of energy from food;
  3. Experience some practical skills of biochemistry by means of virtual reality technology.
Learning Activities:
  1. Lecture
  2. Discussion of case
  3. Web-based teaching
  4. Group games
Medium of Instruction:   CUSA1103A to F: Cantonese instruction supplemented with English teaching materials ;
CUSA1103G to H: English only
Assessment:

 

Recognition:   No. of Academy unit(s):  0.25
* A certificate of attendance will be awarded to student who have fulfilled the course requirements.
 
Expected applicants:   Students who promoting to or studying S2-S3 who are interested in life sciences
Organising period:   Summer 2019
Application Method:   SAYT Online application