If we want to improve this situation and integrate narrative explanation in the teaching of biology, we need to be clear about the problems that might arise and about what we might gain by such an approach.
Luna, who is the author of The Art of Scientific Storytelling, noted that this is becoming a popular idea, as "a growing list of publications, scientific conferences, and academic institutions [are] encouraging scientists to integrate narrative elements into research and public communications".
44 For each decision aid, we will assess each checklist item as 'yes' or 'no' or 'not applicable', with the final score ranging from 0 to 50 (Internet-based decision aids and those which integrate narratives have 6 and 3 additional items, respectively).
One of the intelligent tutors, AnimalWatch, supports students in solving arithmetic word problems about endangered species, thus integrating mathematics, narrative, and biology.
This empirical study can be regarded as a successful model of integrating landscape narrative and interpretation practice that can be applied to the design of new theme displays in botanic gardens to improve both the effectiveness of interpretation plans and the visual preference of visitors.
Only by integrating the narrative aspects, can EBM become more effective and efficient, with fewer uncured patients, more satisfied patients with a better quality of life, and satisfaction for all health care providers.
(Film still of Frederick Lau and Laia Costa © Senator Film Verleih)....Evgeniy Privin and Sergey Mikhalchuk's "Pod electricheskimi oblakami" (Under Electric Clouds), a mesmerizing avant-garde Russian collaboration integrating poetic narrative with an exploration of the role of art in the face of apocalypse.
Continuing where we left off last time, Project Stealth's producer, Frank van Gemeren, continues our conversation by discussing the future of multiplayer games, the challenges of designing maps for asymmetrical combat, and the necessities -- and difficulties -- of integrating a narrative into a stealth action experience.
Moreover, business leaders play a critical role of selling the integrated strategy narrative externally and internally.
It smoothly integrates human narrative and high-stakes action while carefully supporting the player's sense of personal agency.
