Over the last year and a half, a group of seven students have been part of a Creative Inquiry led by Dr. Heidi Anderson to develop interactive tools to aid in learning biochemistry content.
From this group, a web-based application called ‘Aminole’ (based off of the New York Times game ‘Wordle’) was developed to aid students in learning the twenty common amino acids. The game has been used by Clemson students in introductory biochemistry courses and was well-received as a fun and engaging way to aid in the learning process.
In April, four of the students along with Dr. Anderson traveled to Anaheim, CA to present a poster about the game at the National Science Teacher Association conference.
“I am so proud of the team of students who have dedicated time and creativity to make this idea come to life,” says Dr. Anderson. “Seeing Aminole presented at a national conference and being so well-received was encouraging to the students and myself.
Play now at aminole.net.
