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1 in 5 Nursing Students Drops Out. Here's How Some Faculty Are Responding.
Teaching Resources
November 20, 2025

1 in 5 Nursing Students Drops Out. Here's How Some Faculty Are Responding.

The dropout crisis in nursing programs isn't about students who can't cut it. Faculty share 3 practical strategies to identify and support struggling students.

1 in 5 Nursing Students Drops Out. Here's How Some Faculty Are Responding.
6 Ways Educators Can Empower Girls in STEM
Educational Strategies
March 28, 2023

6 Ways Educators Can Empower Girls in STEM

Here are six ways educators can empower girls to believe they belong in STEM.

6 Ways Educators Can Empower Girls in STEM
Improving accuracy in microbiology lab experiments: Common sources of errors and how to avoid them
Educational Strategies
March 22, 2023

Improving accuracy in microbiology lab experiments: Common sources of errors and how to avoid them

We cover the most common sources of microbiology lab errors, including pipetting, staining, sterility, instrument handling, and microbial culture errors.

Improving accuracy in microbiology lab experiments: Common sources of errors and how to avoid them
Mental Health on Campus: An Interview with Dr. Cheryl Holcomb-McCoy
Educational Strategies
March 20, 2023

Mental Health on Campus: An Interview with Dr. Cheryl Holcomb-McCoy

Dr. Holcomb-McCoy shared her practical suggestions about how faculty and administrators can support mental health on campus.

Mental Health on Campus: An Interview with Dr. Cheryl Holcomb-McCoy
Which expensive biotechnology lab equipment can students use in a virtual lab?
Product Info
March 20, 2023

Which expensive biotechnology lab equipment can students use in a virtual lab?

Expensive biotechnology lab equipment can prevent students from getting the best possible learning experience. Learn how virtual simulations like Labster can h

Which expensive biotechnology lab equipment can students use in a virtual lab?
How to Teach About Bacterial Isolation
Educational Strategies
March 15, 2023

How to Teach About Bacterial Isolation

Limited lab resources and the microscopic nature of bacteria can make teaching microbiology a challenge. These 6 tips and resources can help.

How to Teach About Bacterial Isolation
Scientific Content Creator at Labster
Product Info
March 9, 2023

Scientific Content Creator at Labster

Meet a Scientific Content Creator at Labster. Learn about her background and where she gets the inspiration for the incredible simulations she creates.

Scientific Content Creator at Labster
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