Biology/Biotechnology Curriculum Unit 1–Microbe Detectives: Solving a Medical Mystery

Date:2003
Author(s):Judith Leff, Jacqueline Miller, Kathleen Norris, Elisabeth Hiles, Mamie Green, Mya Nelson
Format:Book
Microbe Detectives: Solving a Medical Mystery is a high school module that integrates biology and biotechnology, focusing on molecular biology and some cell biology. It follows a story line, weaving together readings, labs, activities, real-life applications, career exploration, ethical issues, an historical timeline and other elements, and contains assessment questions and scenarios. It makes academic learning exciting and relevant, and technical learning meaningful. The content meets the national science education standards, preparing students for higher education and work in bioscience.
For more information:
http://cse.edc.org/curriculum/biotech/