... of Agrobacterium-mediated gene expression and describe applications in plant biotechnology. This simulation activity is accessible to a wide range of students, easily adaptable to different proficiency levels, and provides a straightforward approach for students to explore the practical applications...

...Adam Hott; Madelene Loftin Timeline Challenge ( https://timelinechallenge.hudsonalpha.org ) engages students in a Claim-Evidence-Reasoning (CER) task while they investigate critical advances in agriculture and biotechnology. This freely available digital resource scaffolds students’ investigation...

... often do not have many opportunities to develop their science communication and presentation skills due to the rigorous course requirements inherent in these fields that would make them more competitive for careers in biotechnology. We developed a course using diverse pedagogies designed to introduce...

... undergraduate students to science and engineering, although challenging, is the first important step toward building students' career competencies. An ongoing effort to attract students to biotechnology was initiated 13 years ago in the School of Biotechnology at the East China University of Science...

... and interpret DNA sequence data Identify applications for DNA barcoding in natural resource management and conservation Citizen science DNA replication biotechnology invasive species lionfish DNA barcoding dietary analysis Citizen science represents collaboration between the public...

... down,” said Ava as Tim scooped her up and called 911. biotechnology DNA extraction DNA profile forensics flipped classroom This lesson is based on the true story of the murder of Christa Worthington in 2002 in Cape Cod, Massachusetts. No suspect was charged for this crime for over...

...Kristine Prahl “Think-pair-share” is a widely known active-learning technique. I summarize some of the best practices to use and some pitfalls to avoid when designing a think-pair-share activity for the classroom. Describing a think-pair-activity that I used to teach about biotechnology, I discuss...

...Phuong D. Nguyen; Marcelle A. Siegel Project-based learning and action research are powerful pedagogies in improving science education. We implemented a semester-long course using project-based action research to help students apply biotechnology knowledge learned in the classroom to the real world...

...Sharon Gusky In this activity, freshman college students learn biotechnology techniques while playing the role of a laboratory technician. They perform simulations of three diagnostic tests used to screen newborns for cystic fibrosis. By performing an ELISA, a PCR analysis, and a conductivity test...

...Madelene Loftin; Neil E. Lamb The Biotechnology Discoveries and Applications guidebook aims to provide teachers with an overview of the recent advances in genetics and biotechnology, allowing them to share these findings with their students. The annual guidebook introduces a wealth of modern...

...Tim Barko; Troy D. Sadler The educational video game Mission Biotech provides a virtual experience for students in learning biotechnology materials and tools. This study explores the use of Mission Biotech and the associated curriculum by three high school teachers and their students. All three...

...Fran Norflus The author used digital photography to supplement learning of biotechnology by students with a variety of learning styles and educational backgrounds. Because one approach would not be sufficient to reach all the students, digital photography was used to explain the techniques...

... biotechnology Wolbachia Humans consist of approximately 10% human cells and 90% prokaryotic cells, yet the idea of studying the varied relationships between eukaryotic hosts and prokaryotic symbionts is largely ignored in introductory biology classes. “Discover the Microbes Within! The Wolbachia...

...Jamie L. Jensen I present a learning cycle that explores different biotechnologies using the process of in situ hybridization as a platform. Students are presented with a cyclopic lamb and must use biotechnology to discover the mechanism behind the deformity. Through this activity, students learn...