Pathways evo-edu.org

A self-study route that combines conceptual grounding, interactive work, and bibliography growth.

Self-Learners

Use evo-edu.org as a guided route for independent study.

The self-learner path should combine conceptual grounding, hands-on investigation, evidence checking, and bibliography growth so the site supports sustained study rather than isolated app use.

Start with grounding Use the Notebook and Scientific Virtues pages before diving into a large tool set.
Then extend Use apps, EcoSpecies, and Literature Explorer to build longer evidence trails.

Suggested Sequence

1. Build a foundation

Read a Notebook section and the Scientific Virtues page to establish concepts and study expectations.

2. Investigate actively

Choose one app family and work through its guide, not just the live interface.

3. Deepen with sources

Use EcoSpecies and Literature Explorer to move from model behavior to evidence, bibliography, and open questions.

Suggested Study Packs

Pack A: Foundation to investigation

  • Read a Notebook section and the Scientific Virtues page first.
  • Choose one guide-led app such as Allele Tracker or EcoBalance.
  • Keep a written record of prediction, observation, explanation, and revision after each run set.

Pack B: Evidence trail

  • Use EcoSpecies to start from a real species or ecological topic.
  • Use Literature Explorer to extend the bibliography and topic trail.
  • Use a Didactopus-style reflection: what source seems strongest, what remains uncertain, and what would you want to verify next?
Open pack page Study log

Didactopus Pattern

Observe

What did the model or source actually show, before interpretation?

Interpret

What explanation best fits the evidence so far, and what source supports it?

Revise

What result, source, or contradiction would make you revise your conclusion?

Recommended Starting Set

Notebook

Use for conceptual grounding before or alongside interactive work.

Open

Allele Tracker or EcoBalance

Use one population or ecology tool and work through its guide in full.

Allele TrackerEcoBalance

Literature Explorer

Use for topic extension, bibliography growth, and following evidence beyond the first reading.

Open