MURRAY STOWE
JENSEN
Curriculum
Vitae
March 2004
Address: University
of Minnesota
General
College
376
Appleby Hall
128
Pleasant St. SE
Minneapolis,
MN 55455
E-mail:
msjensen@umn.edu
World Wide Web: http://www.tc.umn.edu/%7Emsjensen/default.html
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Education: |
University
of Minnesota, 1987-1993 Minneapolis,
MN Ph.D.,
1993 Specialization: Science Education (Biology) |
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Professional Experience: |
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9/99-present |
Associate Professor of
Biological Science General College,
University of Minnesota |
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9/93-9/99 |
Assistant Professor of
Biological Science General College,
University of Minnesota |
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9/91-9/93 |
Teaching Specialist General College,
University of Minnesota |
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9/88-9/91 |
Graduate Teaching
Assistant/Laboratory Coordinator General College,
University of Minnesota |
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9/87-5/88 |
Science Education
Consultant Science Museum of
Minnesota, St. Paul, MN |
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Instructor North Central Technical
College, Wausau, WI |
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Science Education
Consultant Cray Research, Inc. and
The Minnesota High Technology Council |
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Instructor Albany Area Schools,
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Published
Papers (peer reviewed):
Jensen, M., Moore, R., Hatch, J., Duranczyk, I., Staats, S., &
Somdahl, C. (in press). Using a reciprocal
teaching strategy to create multiple-choice exam questions. The American Biology Teacher.
Moore, R., Jensen, M., Hsu, L., & Hatch, J. (2003). Lessons of
history: Ethics and the publicâs views of science and society. The American
Biology Teacher, 65 (2), 85-89.
Moore, R., Jensen, M., & Hatch, J. (2003). The problems with
state educational standards. The Science Education Review, 2 (3), 83.1-83.8.
Moore, R., Jensen, M., Hatch, J., Duranczyk, I., Staats, S., &
Koch, L. (2003). Showing up: The importance of class attendance for academic
success in introductory science courses. The American Biology Teacher, 65 (5), 325-329.
Moore, R., Jensen, M., & Hatch, J. (2003). Twenty
questions: What have the courts
said about the teaching of evolution and creationism in public schools? BioScience, 53 (8), 766-771.
Jensen, M., R. Moore, J. Hatch, and Hsu, L. (2003). Ideas in
practice: A novel, ÒcoolÓ assignment to engage science students. Journal of Developmental Education, 27 (2), 28-33.
Moore,
R., M. Jensen, L. Hsu, & J. Hatch. (2002). Saving the "false
negatives": Intelligence tests, the SAT, and developmental education. In
D.B. Lundell, & J.L. Higbee (Eds.), Exploring Urban Literacy &
Developmental Education (pp. 47-57). Minneapolis, MN: Center for Research on
Developmental Education and Urban Literacy, General College, University of
Minnesota.
Moore,
R., M. Jensen, J. Hatch. (2002). The retention of developmental education
students at four-year and two-year institutions. Research and Teaching in Developmental Education, 19, 5-13.
Jensen,
M., R. Moore, and J. Hatch. (2002). Cooperative learning - Part IV: Group Web
Projects for Freshman Anatomy and Physiology Students. The American Biology
Teacher 64(4):206-209.
Jensen,
M., R. Moore, and J. Hatch. (2002). Cooperative learning - Part III: Electronic
Cooperative Quizzes. The American Biology Teacher 64(3): 29-34.
Jensen,
M., Guttschow, G., and Hill, M. (2002). Technophobia and teaching
technology-rich freshman science courses. The Journal of College Science
Teaching, 31 (6),
360-363.
Jensen,
M., Johnson, D. W., & Johnson, R. (2002). Impact of positive
interdependence during electronic quizzes on discourse and achievement. The
Journal of Educational Research,
95(3), 161-166.
Jensen,
M., Moore, R., and Hatch, J. (2002). Cooperative learning, Part I:
Cooperative quizzes. The American Biology Teacher, 64 (1), 29-34.
Jensen,
M., Moore, R., and Hatch, J. (2002). Cooperative learning, Part II:
Setting the tone with group web pages. The American Biology Teacher, 64 (2), 118-120.
Moore,
R., Jensen, M., and Hatch, J. (2001). Bad teaching: It¹s not just for the
classroom anymore. The American Biology Teacher, 63 (6), 389-391.
Moore,
R., Jensen, M., and Hatch, J. (2002). Our apartheid. The American Biology
Teacher, 64 (2), 87-91.
Jensen,
M. & Rush, R. (2000). Teaching a human anatomy and physiology course within
the context of developmental education. In J.L. Higbee & Dwinell (Eds.), The Many Faces
of Developmental Education
(pp. 47-57). Warrensburg, MO: National Association of Developmental
EducationÕs 2000 Monograph Series.
Jensen,
M. (2000). Each year I teach less
and less: Confessions of a newly tenured professor. The Journal of College
Science Teaching, 30,
206-208.
Jensen,
M. (1999). WebAnatomy: An
easy-to-use Internet program for reviewing the basic concepts of anatomy and
physiology. The Journal of Soft
Tissue Manipulation, 7,
19.
Wilcox,
K.J., & Jensen, M.S.
(2000). Writing to learn in
anatomy and physiology. Research and Teaching in Developmental Education,
16, 55-72.
Jensen,
M., & Smith, M. U. (1999).
What to do when the mice die:
Turning a lab wreck into a productive learning experience. Paper accepted by The American
Biology Teacher, 61, 655-661.
Jensen,
M. (1998). Finding a place for the
computer in the introductory biology laboratory. The Journal of College Science Teaching 27, 248-250.
Jensen,
M., & Finley, F. (1997).
Teaching evolution using a historically rich curriculum and paired
problem solving instructional strategy. The American Biology Teacher 59, 208-212.
Wilcox,
K., & Jensen, M. (1997).
Computers in the science classroom: Proceed with caution!
The Journal of College Science Teaching 26, 258-264.
Jensen,
M. (1997). Cooperative vs.
individualistic quizzes in the anatomy and physiology laboratory. Advances in Physiology Education 16, S48-S54.
Jensen,
M., Wilcox, K., Hatch, J., & Somdahl, C. (1996). A computer-assisted instruction unit on diffusion and
osmosis with a conceptual change design.
Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching 15, 49-64.
Settlage,
J., & Jensen, M. (1996).
Investigating the inconsistencies in college student responses to
natural selection test questions. The
Electronic Journal of Science Education, 1(1): URL: http://nspweb.ed.unr.edu:443/ejsev1n1.htm (October 8, 1996).
Healy,
D., & Jensen, M. (1996). Using
feedback groups and an editorial board in a WAC classroom. Teaching English in the Two-Year
College 23, 57-63.
Jensen,
M., & Finley, F. (1996).
Changes in studentsÕ understanding of evolution resulting from different
curricular and instructional strategies.
The Journal of Research in Science Teaching 33, 879-900.
Jensen,
M., & Finley, F. (1995).
Changes in studentsÕ understanding of evolution by natural selection
when using a historically rich curriculum. Proceedings of the Third International History,
Philosophy, and Science Teaching Conference (pp. 564-571).
Minneapolis, Minnesota, University of Minnesota.
Jensen,
M., & Finley, F. (1995).
Teaching evolution using historical arguments in a conceptual change
strategy. Science Education 79, 147-166.
Manuscripts
in Review:
Jensen,
M., R. Moore, J. Hatch, L, Hsu, and C. Somdahl. (In review). A Scoring Rubric
for StudentsÕ Responses to Simple Evolution Questions: Darwinian
Components. The American
Biology Teacher.
Jensen,
M., R. Moore, J. Hatch, L, Hsu, and C. Somdahl (In review) A Scoring Rubric for
StudentsÕ Responses to Simple Evolution Questions :Non-Darwinian Components. The
American Biology Teacher.
Books
and CD ROMs
Jensen,
M. (2003). Active Art for SeeleyÕs
Anatomy and Physiology, First Edition [CD-ROM]. William C. Brown Publishers,
Dubuque, IA.
Jensen,
M. (2001). Essential Study Partner
for HoleÕs Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology, Second Edition [CD-ROM].
William C. Brown Publishers, Dubuque, IA.
Lundin,
C., Jensen, M., Wilcox, K., (2001).
GC 1135 Biological Science: The Human Body Laboratory Manual. Second Edition. Burgess Publishing, Edina, MN.
Lundin,
C., Jensen, M., Wilcox, K., (1999).
GC 1135 Biological Science: The Human Body Laboratory Manual. First Edition. Burgess Publishing, Edina, MN.
Jensen,
M. (1999). Essential Study Partner
for HoleÕs Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology [CD-ROM]. William C. Brown
Publishers, Dubuque, IA.
Jensen,
M. (1999). Essential Study Partner
for HoleÕs Anatomy and Physiology [CD-ROM]. William C. Brown Publishers,
Dubuque, IA.
Jensen,
M. (1999). Essential Study Partner
for SeeleyÕs Anatomy and Physiology [CD-ROM]. William C. Brown Publishers,
Dubuque, IA.
Published
Papers (newsletters):
Jensen,
M. (2003). Using teaching
materials from Madagascar to arouse student interest. The HAPS Educator. Fall 2003,
13-14.
Jensen,
M. (2003). Love on a filament
& freeway arteries.
Contributions to EDU-Snippets in The HAPS Educator.
Fall 2003, 18-19
Jensen,
M. (2003). The Intended Learning
Outcomes Project. The HAPS
Educator. The HAPS Educator. Fall 2003, 13-14. Winter 2003, 13-15.
Jensen,
M. (2001). Essential and
Necessary. The HAPS Educator. Fall 2001, 10-11.
Jensen,
M. (2001). Why I fear Bill Nye the
science guy. The HAPS Educator. Winter 2001, 12-13.
Jensen,
M. (2000). Teaching in an
Òat-riskÓ college. The HAPS Educator. Summer 200,
10-11.
Jensen,
M. (1999). WebAnatomy: A truly
free anatomy and physiology review program on the World Wide Web. The HAPS Educator. November 1999,
7-8.
Jensen,
M. (1998-99). A brief look into common non-Darwinian understandings of
biological evolution. The
Minnesota Science Teachers Newsletter:
Winter, 35(2): 10-13.
Jensen,
M. (1998). Cooperative
Education: Part 1. Three types of educational
environmentsÐcompetitive, individualistic, and cooperative. The HAPS Educator. August 1998, 5-6.
Jensen,
M. (1998). Cooperative
Education: Part 2. The cooperative quiz: An introduction
to a cooperative learning lab activity.
The HAPS Educator.
August 1998, 7-8.
Papers
Presented at Conferences (peer reviewed):
Moore,
R., J. Hatch, L, Hsu, M., Jensen, and I., Duranszyk. (October, 2003).
Helping Students Make Good Choices: How Does Class Attendance Affect
How Students Learn Science. National Science Teachers Association
Midwestern Regional Convention.
Minneapolis, MN..
Scharmann,
L, Smith, M., James, M. and Jensen, M. (2003, March ) Explicit Reflective
Nature of Science Instruction: Evolution, Intelligent Design ,and Umbrellology.
. Paper presented at the annual meeting
of the National Association of Research in Science Teaching, Philadelphia, PA.
Jensen,
M., R. Moore, J. Hatch, and C. Somdahl. (2002, November). Technology
Enhanced Learning in Developmental College Science Courses.. Paper presented at the annual meeting
of the National Association of Biology Teachers, Cincinnati, Ohio.
Moore,
R., M. Jensen, L. Hsu, and J. Hatch. (October, 2002). Choices and
consequences: Is coming to class really that important? Focusing on the First-year Experience.
Minneapolis, MN.
Jensen,
M., R. Moore, and J. Hatch, and C. Somdahl. (2001, November). Using the
Biological Sciences to Facilitate the Development of Students' Academic skills.. Paper presented at the annual meeting
of the National Association of Biology Teachers, Montreal, Canada.
delMas,
R., Brothen, T., Jensen, M., and Wambach, W. (2001, October). Research
on the Use of Technology to Teach High-Risk Courses. Poster session presented at the
Third National Conference on Research in Developmental Education, Charlotte,
NC.
Moore,
R, Jensen, M., and Hatch, J. (2001, October). Do state standards for
teaching evolution really matter? Minnesota Science Teachers Association, Fall Conference, St. Paul, MN.
Jensen,
M., (2001, May). Initiating
Cooperative Learning in the Anatomy and Physiology Classroom; Activities for
the First Week of Class Paper
presented at the annual meeting of the Human Anatomy and Physiology Society,
Maui, HI.
Jensen,
M. (2001, March). Basic
elements of cooperative learning for developmental education instructors.
Paper presented at the annual meeting of the National Association for
Developmental Education, Louisville, KY.
Jensen,
M. (2000, October). Using
cooperative quizzes to increase retention and performance in freshman science
courses. Paper presented at the annual meeting
of the National Association of Biology Teachers, Orlando, FL.
Jensen,
M., (2000, May). Using
cooperative learning in an anatomy and physiology classroom.
Paper presented at the annual meeting of the Human Anatomy and
Physiology Society, Charlotte, NC.
Jensen,
M., Staveredes (2000, April). Cooperative
learning via synchronous computer-mediated communication: Is it a possibility.
Paper presented at the annual meeting of the National Association of
Research in Science Teaching, New Orleans, LA.
delMas,
R., Brothen, T, Hatch, J, Jensen, M., Wambach, C. (2000, March). Teaching nontraditional courses to
nontraditional students.
Paper presented at the annual meeting of the National Association of
Developmental Education, Biloxi, MS.
Jensen,
M. (1999, October). An
analytical view of studentsÕ understanding of biological evolution. Paper presented at the annual meeting
of the National Association of Biology Teachers, Fort Worth, TX.
Guttschow,
G. L. & Jensen, M. (1999,
June). Technophobic studentsâ
reactions to a computer-based anatomy course. Paper
presented at the Midwest Qualitative Research Conference, Minneapolis,
Minnesota.
Guttschow,
G. L. & Jensen, M. (1999,
March). Technophobic studentsâ
reactions to a technology rich science course. Paper
presented at the Annual NARST Meeting, Boston, Massachusetts.
Jensen,
M. (1998, April). Critical
factors required for successful implementation of technology within community
college biology programs. Paper presented at the annual meeting
of the National Association of Research in Science Teaching, San Diego, CA.
Jensen,
M. (1998, March). Uses of
computers for teaching biology within developmental institutions.
Paper presented at the annual meeting of the National Association of
Developmental Education, Atlanta, GA.
Jensen,
M. (1997, October). Internet
tools and activities for anatomy and physiology. Paper presented at the annual meeting of
the National Association of Biology Teachers, Minneapolis, MN.
Jensen,
M. (1997, March). Transformative
uses of technology for teaching biology in developmental education settings.
Paper presented at the annual meeting of the National Association of
Research in Science Teaching, Chicago, IL.
Jensen,
M. (1996, October). Three types
of writing in the anatomy and physiology classroom: A description and evaluation.
Paper presented at the annual meeting of the National Convention of the
National Association of Biology Teachers, Charlotte, NC.
Jensen,
M., Settlage, J., & Odom, L. (1996, March). Investigating the Disney effect: are students reluctant to apply natural
selection principles to life forms with which they identify?
Paper presented at the annual meeting of the National Association of
Research in Science Teaching, St. Louis, MO.
Jensen,
M., & Finley, F. (1995, November).
Changes in studentsÕ understanding of evolution by natural selection
when using a historically rich curriculum. Paper
presented at the Third International History, Philosophy, and Science Teaching
Conference, Minneapolis, MN.
Jensen,
M., & Finley, F. (1995, April).
A description and evaluation of two instructional strategies used
with a diffusion and osmosis computer simulation. Paper presented at the annual meeting of
the National Association of Research in Science Teaching, San Francisco, CA.
Jensen,
M. (1994, July). A multimedia
lesson for osmosis in introductory biology. Paper presented at the annual meeting of the International
Symposium on Mathematics/Science Education and Technology, San Diego, CA.
Jensen,
M., & Finley, F. (1994, March).
Changes in studentsÕ understanding of evolution resulting from
different curricular and instructional strategies.
Paper presented at the annual meeting of the National Association of
Research in Science Teaching, Anaheim, CA.
Jensen,
M., & Finley, F. (1993, April).
Teaching evolution using historical arguments in a conceptual change
strategy. Paper presented at the annual meeting
of the National Association of Research in Science Teaching, Atlanta, GA.
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Human Anatomy and
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American Physiological
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Association for the
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Minnesota Academy of
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National Association for
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National Association of
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National Science Teachers
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University of Minnesota |
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GC
1135: Human Anatomy and
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GC
1131: Biological Science: Principles |
General College |
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GC 1132: Biological Science: The Human Body |
General College |
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GC
1137: Biological Science
Laboratory |
General College |
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SeEd
5394: Educational Software for
Secondary Science |
College of Education |
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GCB 5015: Histology: Cell and Tissue Organization |
College of Biological Sciences |
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SeminarÑNon-credit Summer
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College of Biological Sciences |
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North Central Technical
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Radiation Biophysics |
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Biomedical Sciences |
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Introductory Biomedical
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Chemistry |
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Introductory Physical
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Study
Guides and Manuals:
Jensen,
M. (2003). A study guide for GC
1135: Human Anatomy and Physiology.
McGraw-Hill Primis Custom Publishing
Jensen,
M. (2002). A study guide for GC
1135: Human Anatomy and Physiology.
McGraw-Hill Primis Custom Publishing
Jensen,
M. (2001). A study guide for GC
1135: Human Anatomy and Physiology.
Copies on CampusÑWilliamson Bookstore,
Minneapolis, MN.
Jensen,
M. (2000). A study guide for GC
1135: Human Anatomy and Physiology.
Copies on CampusÑWilliamson Bookstore,
Minneapolis, MN.
Jensen,
M. (1999). A study guide for GC
1131: Biological Science: Principles. Copies on
CampusÑWilliamson Bookstore, Minneapolis, MN.
Jensen,
M. (1999). A study guide for GC
1132: Biological Science: The Human Body. Copies on
CampusÑWilliamson Bookstore, Minneapolis, MN.
Jensen,
M. (1998). A study guide for GC
1131: Biological Science: Principles. Copies on
CampusÑWilliamson Bookstore, Minneapolis, MN.
Jensen, M. (1998). A study guide for GC 1132: Biological Science