Genomics Resources for Educators
The UC Santa Cruz Genomics Institute is striving to equip educators with genomics mentoring tools and resources. These resources are selected with the goal of
1. Mentoring
2. Individual Development Plans (IDPs)
3. Genomics Education
- Genetic and Genomic Education Portal – NHGRI – Information on the HGP, DNA fact sheets, talking glossary of genetic terms, and careers.
- Genetic Education Modules for Teachers – NHGRI – These teaching resources include specific teaching plans to present the history, facts and genetic terminology behind the Human Genome Project.
- DNA Kit Activities – NHGRI – Activities appropriate to specific grade levels
- Teachers Guide to Presenting Course Content – NHGRI – Tips for speaking to high school students
- Exploring Our Molecular Selves – NHGRI – Downloadable multimedia content
- Bioethics Resources – NHGRI
- American Society of Human Genetics Evolution Series – Includes essays on various topics including genetic variation
- Human Genome Project Information Archive – DOE
- DNA from the Beginning – CSH – An animated primer on the basics of DNA, genes, and heredity
- Educational Resources List from American Society of Human Genetics
- NIH Science Education Nation – Linking working scientists with K-12 classrooms
- Your Genes, Your Choices: Exploring the Issues Raised by Genetic Research – AAAS – An open-source online book by Catherine Baker
- UCSC Genome Browser
- Strawberry DNA Protocol
Genomics-Related Popular Movies
Jurassic Park (1993)
Directed by Steven Spielberg
Universal Studios
Rated PG-13
GATTACA (1997)
Directed by Andrew Niccol
Columbia Pictures
Rated PG-13