Explore biology and biotechnology curricula and resources developed by ABE Master Teacher Fellows (MTFs).
Applications of Biotechnology
In this engaging unit, developed by ABE Australia Master Teacher Fellow Vanessa Gibbens, students explore real-world applications of biotechnology. Through hands-on use of biotechnology techniques… Read more
Type(s): Teaching Materials, Lab-based
Topic(s): Biotech & Environment, Biotech & Medicine, Human Disease, Immunology, Pharmaceuticals, Precision Medicine, Vaccines, Biotech & Society, Bioethics, Data Science, Bioinformatics, Lab Safety, Lab Techniques, Cloning, Gel Electrophoresis, Gene Editing, Gene Expression, PCR, Pipetting, Restriction Enzymes, Teaching and Learning, Differentiated Instruction, Workforce Preparation
Education Levels: Upper Secondary
Author: Vanessa Gibbens
Genetically Modified Microbes to Accelerate Composting Food Waste
In this unit, developed by ABE Greater Los Angeles Master Teacher Fellow Joi Haraishi, students investigate how microbes are harnessed in modern waste management systems and connect that knowledge to… Read more
Type(s): Teaching Materials, Lab-based
Topic(s): Biotech & Environment, Bioethics, Lab Safety, Lab Techniques, Cloning, Gel Electrophoresis, Gene Editing, PCR, Pipetting, Restriction Enzymes
Education Levels: Lower Secondary, Upper Secondary
Author: Joi Hiraishi
DNA Gel Electrophoresis Summative Assessment
This lab and assessment, developed by ABE Canada Master Teacher Fellow Gina Revelas Nicoletti, evaluate students’ abilities to perform and analyze DNA gel electrophoresis. Students use micropipettes… Read more
Type(s): Teaching Materials, Lab-based
Topic(s): Data Science, Bioinformatics, Lab Safety, Lab Techniques, Cloning, Gel Electrophoresis, Gene Editing, Gene Expression, PCR, Pipetting, Restriction Enzymes
Education Levels: Upper Secondary
Author: Gina Revelas Nicoletti