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This biotechnology packet contains a series of questions which correspond to free virtual labs which focus on the polymerase chain reaction (PCR), gel electrophoresis, DNA microarray analysis, reproductive cloning, and stem cell biology. While the labs themselves are wonderful resources, I wished they included worksheets for the students to complete to keep them focused on the material. As a result, I decided to create some! They are a great way to expose high school students to the steps of genetic research without breaking your budget. An 11 question quiz is also included, with an answer key. There are three investigations:
1) Biotechnology Virtual Labs (exposes students to the steps of polymerase chain reaction (PCR), and gel electrophoresis. Students will also use what they learned to solve a virtual crime with DNA fingerprints.)
2) DNA Microarray Virtual Lab (students will follow the steps of creating a DNA microarray in order to compare gene expression in cancerous and healthy skin tissue)
3) Cloning and Stem Cells Virtual Labs (students walk through the steps of cloning a mouse through nuclear transfer and explore the functions and locations of stem cells in their body)
Rather than completing all three of these virtual labs in a row, I break them up with my usual notes on biotechnology and genetics. Conducting all three virtual labs in a row would probably result in information overload! Each virtual lab takes about 40-50 minutes to complete. An answer key and post-station quiz has been included at the end of this document for your reference.
Check out the preview and thumbnail images to see what you are getting!
If you enjoy this product, you may also be interested in my Biological Classification Exploration Stations: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Biological-Classification-Exploration-Stations-3050267
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1) Biotechnology Virtual Labs (exposes students to the steps of polymerase chain reaction (PCR), and gel electrophoresis. Students will also use what they learned to solve a virtual crime with DNA fingerprints.)
2) DNA Microarray Virtual Lab (students will follow the steps of creating a DNA microarray in order to compare gene expression in cancerous and healthy skin tissue)
3) Cloning and Stem Cells Virtual Labs (students walk through the steps of cloning a mouse through nuclear transfer and explore the functions and locations of stem cells in their body)
Rather than completing all three of these virtual labs in a row, I break them up with my usual notes on biotechnology and genetics. Conducting all three virtual labs in a row would probably result in information overload! Each virtual lab takes about 40-50 minutes to complete. An answer key and post-station quiz has been included at the end of this document for your reference.
Check out the preview and thumbnail images to see what you are getting!
If you enjoy this product, you may also be interested in my Biological Classification Exploration Stations: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Biological-Classification-Exploration-Stations-3050267
I put a considerable amount of effort and pride into each of my products. Let me know what you think in the reviews, and be sure to follow my store for exciting updates. Thanks for your support!
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Description
This biotechnology packet contains a series of questions which correspond to free virtual labs which focus on the polymerase chain reaction (PCR), gel electrophoresis, DNA microarray analysis, reproductive cloning, and stem cell biology. While the labs themselves are wonderful resources, I wished they included worksheets for the students to complete to keep them focused on the material. As a result, I decided to create some! They are a great way to expose high school students to the steps of genetic research without breaking your budget. An 11 question quiz is also included, with an answer key. There are three investigations:
1) Biotechnology Virtual Labs (exposes students to the steps of polymerase chain reaction (PCR), and gel electrophoresis. Students will also use what they learned to solve a virtual crime with DNA fingerprints.)
2) DNA Microarray Virtual Lab (students will follow the steps of creating a DNA microarray in order to compare gene expression in cancerous and healthy skin tissue)
3) Cloning and Stem Cells Virtual Labs (students walk through the steps of cloning a mouse through nuclear transfer and explore the functions and locations of stem cells in their body)
Rather than completing all three of these virtual labs in a row, I break them up with my usual notes on biotechnology and genetics. Conducting all three virtual labs in a row would probably result in information overload! Each virtual lab takes about 40-50 minutes to complete. An answer key and post-station quiz has been included at the end of this document for your reference.
Check out the preview and thumbnail images to see what you are getting!
If you enjoy this product, you may also be interested in my Biological Classification Exploration Stations: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Biological-Classification-Exploration-Stations-3050267
I put a considerable amount of effort and pride into each of my products. Let me know what you think in the reviews, and be sure to follow my store for exciting updates. Thanks for your support!
1) Biotechnology Virtual Labs (exposes students to the steps of polymerase chain reaction (PCR), and gel electrophoresis. Students will also use what they learned to solve a virtual crime with DNA fingerprints.)
2) DNA Microarray Virtual Lab (students will follow the steps of creating a DNA microarray in order to compare gene expression in cancerous and healthy skin tissue)
3) Cloning and Stem Cells Virtual Labs (students walk through the steps of cloning a mouse through nuclear transfer and explore the functions and locations of stem cells in their body)
Rather than completing all three of these virtual labs in a row, I break them up with my usual notes on biotechnology and genetics. Conducting all three virtual labs in a row would probably result in information overload! Each virtual lab takes about 40-50 minutes to complete. An answer key and post-station quiz has been included at the end of this document for your reference.
Check out the preview and thumbnail images to see what you are getting!
If you enjoy this product, you may also be interested in my Biological Classification Exploration Stations: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Biological-Classification-Exploration-Stations-3050267
I put a considerable amount of effort and pride into each of my products. Let me know what you think in the reviews, and be sure to follow my store for exciting updates. Thanks for your support!
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This is a fantastic resource! It saved me so much prep time, and my students were truly engaged with the material. The layout is clean, easy to use, and fits perfectly into my curriculum. Highly recommend to any teacher looking for quality content
great resource
It is detailed enough for my students and great resource!
This was a great and engaging resource for my students.
This was not bad to use with my honors kids they were able to do it. My regular kids needed a little help with it. They dont have a lot of motivation to figure things out.
Great resource to use as a supplemental for my unit
Easy resource to use and students were engaged. Directions and resources were clear and fit the needs of my class very well.
Excellent group of resources, but Go Go Stem Cells in no longer active.
Great summary of this process.
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