Really terrific post, Jennifer!
I loved that you tackled some of the problem areas that you encountered with your students, in addition to all the obvious benefits and satisfaction that come with using drawing as a tool for learning.
Bravo!

-Natalya


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> On Sep 6, 2015, at 5:38 PM, Jennifer Landin <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
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> Hi everyone,
> As you all know, there's a fabulous blog called Symbiartic that focuses on topics related to science and art. I am so happy that they recently posted an essay I wrote about teaching a bioillustration course (with my students' illustrations).
>  
> Here's the link: http://blogs.scientificamerican.com/symbiartic/rediscovering-the-forgotten-benefits-of-drawing/
> 
> I'd also like to add my thanks to Kapi, and Glendon too, and everyone at my favorite organization (GNSI, of course) for being so supportive over the years. What a great group of people!
> 
> Best,
> Jennifer
> 
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