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All About Owl PelletsOwl pellet dissections are fun, hands-on, and educational for students of all ages.Plus the activity can build toward several NGSS standards across grade levels. View »
Using pClone Red for a Science Fair Project on Bacterial Gene ExpressionThe emerging field of synthetic biology attracted the attention of one high school student planning his science fair project. His research—and its award-winning results—may suggest new ways that you can explore gene expression with your students. View »
From Jellyfish to the Bench: How Green Fluorescent Protein Is Used in ResearchStudents may be familiar with green fluorescent protein (GFP) from classwork or seeing transgenic animals in their local pet store. However, they may not know that it’s also an important research tool. Use this overview to help them discover how scientists use GFP to study many of the major questions in biology. View »
Infographic - Ecology: The Study of the Place We LiveEcology is a non-linear science and it can be difficult for students to visualize the interactions. Use this infographic to start conversations in your class about the relationships of ecology. View »
Snakeheads Invade the United StatesTeach your students about the challenges nonnative species pose by focusing on a current example, the northern snakehead fish. Native to China, Russia, and Korea, this fish has established breeding populations in several states. Find out how this might have happened and what scientists are doing about it. View »
Urban EcologyJust because your school is in the middle of a city does not mean you cannot explore ecology! Learn about the differences between urban and non-urban ecology and some ways to incorporate this new knowledge into your classroom. View »
Biology in the MoviesSee how you can use movies to facilitate engaging learning experiences for your students. Each suggestion includes a brief synopsis and talking points. Here’s to making your biology lessons even better than before. View »
Problem-Based and Project-Based Learning—Together at LastBring real-world relevance into your classroom with an approach that combines problem-based learning and project-based learning. This article includes 2 scenarios from Wake/UTD PBL, a leading resource for integrative learning experiences. View »