Explore biology and biotechnology curricula and resources developed by ABE Master Teacher Fellows (MTFs).
Molecular Testing for Crop Viruses
This unit, developed by ABE Ireland Master Teacher Fellow Tracey Mason, includes five lessons that provide theoretical and hands-on applications to understand plant-virus-vector relationships that… Read more
Type(s): Teaching Materials, Lab-based
Topic(s): Biotech & Environment, Biotech & Society, Lab Safety, Lab Techniques, Gene Expression, PCR, Pipetting
Education Levels: Upper Secondary
Author: Tracey Mason
Exploring CRISPR-Cas9 in the High School Classroom Using Literature, Modeling, Lab Investigations, Projects, and Ethical Analysis
This unit, developed by ABE Massachusetts Master Teacher Fellow Christine Thompson, introduces students to CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing technology through a combination of literature, modeling,… Read more
Type(s): Teaching Materials, Lab-based
Topic(s): Biotech & Medicine, Human Disease, Immunology, Pharmaceuticals, Precision Medicine, Biotech & Society, Bioethics, Data Science, Bioinformatics, Lab Safety, Lab Techniques, Cloning, CRISPR, Gel Electrophoresis, Gene Editing, Gene Expression, PCR, Pipetting, Restriction Enzymes, Teaching and Learning, Differentiated Instruction, Workforce Preparation
Education Levels: Upper Secondary, Advanced
Author: Christine Thompson
ABE “Tools of the Trade” Literacy Activity
This unit. developed by ABE Australia Master Teacher Fellow Georgia Ewan, guides students through a biotech-focused literacy activity. Through model texts, collaborative writing, and independent… Read more
Type(s): Teaching Materials, Classroom-based
Topic(s): Lab Techniques, Gel Electrophoresis, Pipetting, Teaching and Learning, Differentiated Instruction
Education Levels: Lower Secondary, Upper Secondary, Introductory
Author: Georgia Ewan
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
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
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
Gene-ius at Work: Genetic Counseling and Cystic Fibrosis
In this unit, developed by ABE Australia Master Teacher Fellow Matthew Clough, students step into the role of genetic counselors to explore the inheritance and ethical implications of genetic… Read more
Type(s): Teaching Materials, Lab-based
Topic(s): Bioethics, Data Science, Bioinformatics, Lab Techniques, Gel Electrophoresis, Gene Editing, Pipetting
Education Levels: Upper Secondary, Introductory, Advanced
Author: Matthew Clough
Modifying HIC to Affinity Chromatography by Adding HA Tag to pARA-R
In this advanced high school biotechnology unit, developed by ABE Greater Los Angeles Master Teacher Fellow Dan Baker, students explore commercial protein purification techniques by engineering a… Read more
Type(s): Teaching Materials, Lab-based
Topic(s): Data Science, Lab Techniques, Column Chromatography, Gene Editing, Ligation, PCR, Pipetting, Restriction Enzymes
Education Levels: Upper Secondary, Advanced
Author: Dan Baker