Development of biology learning programs for entrepreneurship through microbiology lectures in educational institutions of the UK: Explanatory research

Abstract

This explanatory research examines the development of biology learning programs for entrepreneurship through microbiology lectures in UK educational institutions. Specifically, it investigates the impact of bio-entrepreneurship learning and problem-based learning on students' attitudes towards bio-entrepreneurship, considering mediating roles of teaching styles and learners' interests. The quantitative methodology was adopted, with 244 students completing a survey questionnaire. Results showed bio-entrepreneurship learning and problem-based learning positively influence attitudes towards bio-entrepreneurship. Furthermore, teaching styles significantly mediated the relationship between learning approaches and attitudes. However, learners' interests did not mediate these associations. The study provides theoretical contributions on intersecting microbiology education and entrepreneurship. Practical implications highlight designing customized bio-entrepreneurship curricula by leveraging problem-based learning and effective instructional techniques. Limitations include contextual focus on the UK and lacking analysis of actual entrepreneurial activities. Further research should examine long-term impacts on career pursuits and compare cross-national effectiveness. © 2023, Journal of Commercial Biotechnology. All rights reserved.

Keywords

Author Keywords

Problem-based learning student attitudes Bio-entrepreneurship education Instructional approaches

Index Keywords

Teaching learning human questionnaire Article Students education controlled study Student attitudes Learning projects career Entrepreneurship school Problem based learning attitude Mediating roles student attitude Educational institutions Entrepreneurship education Bio-entrepreneurship education Instructional approach Quantitative methodology Teaching styles Microbiology

Author Affiliations

The Sargent Centre for Process Systems Engineering, Imperial College London, London, United Kingdom

Department of Chemical Engineering, Imperial College London, London, United Kingdom

Funding & Acknowledgements

No funding information

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Development of biology learning programs for entrepreneurship through microbiology lectures in educational institutions of the UK: Explanatory research

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