educators

As educators, it can be difficult keep up with the rapid developments occurring in the field of genetics. To find up-to-date information on the most current research, activities and lesson plans, take a look at the following web sites.

Although there is some overlap, the list is divided into sections that are appropriate for K-12 and undergraduate.

The NIH Curriculum Supplement Series  an interactive teaching unit comprised of science research discoveries from the National Institutes of Health, with instructional materials.  Free to Science Teachers and School Administrators. It is consistent with National Science Education Standards, targets grades K-12 and incorporates real scientific data

The National Human Genome Institute - Educational Resources  collected educational materials regarding genetics and genomics for students, teachers and the general public. This site has links to other educational programs, information in Spanish, and fact sheets about different genetic programs

Genetic Science Learning Center at the University of Utah  offers interactive web-based modules including "The Basics and Beyond, Biotechniques Laboratory, Pharmacogenomics" and hands-on activities for classroom and home

Your Genome.org  is a user-friendly site for beginners and intermediate information levels. Covers basic information about genomics, and a glossary provides general terms used in the field of genetics

Drosophila Melanogaster  Professor Pete Geiger at the University of Arizona has developed a series of teacher lesson plans that provides students information that will help them understand the small, fascinating fruit fly (Drosophila Melanogaster) and its importance in genetic research

The Dolan DNA Learning Center (DNALC)  is the world's first science center devoted entirely to genetics education and is an operating unit of Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory. The DNALC extends the Laboratory's traditional research and postgraduate education mission to the college, pre-college, and public levels through on-line learning modules

The DNA Files  An award-winning series of broadcasts produced by national Public Radio, which can be down-loaded. Utilizing a panel of advisors, the documentaries and features explore not only the science of genetics, but its ethical, social, and legal implications

Utah Department of Health Chronic Disease Genomics Program  has created a number of family history education materials for use by the general public. Their chronic disease and genomics focus is very informative

Genetic Lesson Plan Ideas  The University of Kansas Medical Center has put together this site that has examples of lesson plans for both K-12 and undergraduate programs, as well as other resources that may be helpful in teaching students about the importance of genetics

http://www.genetics.gsk.com/kids a Glaxo Smith Kline website, targets to 8 to 12 year olds. The site includes basic genetic information, interactive games illustrating key genetics concepts and animated sections

Pfizer  This site provides information on different education initiatives, traveling science exhibits, global education and local philanthropy, school partnerships, and outreach

Human Genome Project Information - Ethical, Legal, and Social Issues  Information about societal concerns arising from availability of genetic information: privacy and legislation, patenting, behavioral genetics, genetics in the courtroom, cloning, genetically modified foods and organisms, and minorities and genomics

Human Genome Project (HGP) Resources for Educators and Students

The Biological Sciences Curriculum Study (BSCS)  is a nonprofit corporation that develops innovative science education curricula for students in kindergarten through college. It has developed integrated science programs for elementary and middle schools, and biology programs for high school and college students

Teachers Genetics Resource Kit: www.hawaiigenetics.org  Developed based on a needs assessment of genetics education in Hawaii, the Teachers’ Genetics Resource Kit provides a variety of resources for high school teachers and other genetics educators. The kit contains lesson plans, extension and follow-up activities, assessment strategies and tools

undergraduates

The University of Arizona Biology Project  is an interactive online resource for learning biology.  Designed for biology students at the college level, it is also appropriate for high school students

Genomics 101: A Primer  The U. S. Department of Energy offers a basic glossary and introduction to genomic terms

The Electronic Scholarly Publishing  website lists a number of online papers and books that document the history of genetics through the significant milestones and discoveries