Resources for Educators – Genomics Institute

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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 helping ensure the personal growth and professional success of your genomics mentees. Our goal is to provide genomics educators with classroom resources that will help you introduce genomics to a diverse students of all ages and levels.

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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

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Genomics-Related Popular Movies

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Jurassic Park (1993)
Directed by Steven Spielberg
Universal Studios
Rated PG-13

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GATTACA (1997)
Directed by Andrew Niccol
Columbia Pictures
Rated PG-13

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