Inquiries in Science® Biology Series - Help your students understand hard-to-grasp science concepts. Using a learning cycle of engage, explore, explain, extend, and evaluate, each kit features lab activities designed to actively engage students in learning essential science concepts through guided inquiry. Topics addressed by the kits were organized and selected based on data from numerous sources, including the National Research Council's National Science Education Standards, AAAS's Project 2061 Science Benchmarks, NAEP's Science Framework, and state science education standards from across the US.

The Introducing Biotechnology Kit includes: Lab supplies plus a teacher’s manual with instructions Background information Reproducible student sheets Student questions Extension activities Suggestions for differentiated instruction Kit Refill replenishes all perishable materials; price includes shipping and handling.

Grades 9–12. Introduce students to biotechnology as they extract their own DNA from cheek cells. Follow this activity with a setup of 5 stations, each introducing an aspect of biotechnology: cloning, DNA fingerprinting, the Human Genome Project, genetic modification, and stem cells. Each station provides information on the topic, with all topics connected by the theme of bioethics.

• Gain hands-on experience with gel electrophoresis
• Compare normal and genetically modified organisms
• Debate ethical issues and current events in biotechnology

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Part of the Inquiries in Science™ series. Materials are sufficient for 30 students working in groups.