EAIBCLS 2012 - International Workshop on Educational Approaches for Integrating Bioinformatics into Computer and Life Science

Bioinformatics is a rapidly emerging discipline in which computational techniques are applied to genetic information in order to produce biological knowledge. The essential nature of bioinformatics is well-recognized in graduate programs, research consortia and biotechnology industries. The intent of this workshop is to bring together educators and researchers from the life and computer sciences to discuss strategies of integrating bioinformatics into the life sciences as well as presenting bioinformatics as an interesting problem domain for computer scientists. Specific topics include, but are not restricted to:
- Course development
- Content modules
- Curricular goals and objectives
- Pedagogical approaches
- Integration of Undergraduate Research
- Development/experience with majors/concentrations
- Use of technology as a way to enhance teaching and learning
- Ways of introducing bioinformatics to pre-college students and teachers
- Industrial partnerships
- Articulation agreements
- Non-academic training
- Attracting under-represented groups
We welcome submissions directed at issues at all levels of interest: local, national and international.