Course: Genomics for Educators

Genomics is full of terminology and complex ideas, so how do we easily convey these ideas to our students? We utilise analogies in our work with students to help them …

There’s different ways of interacting with scientific research institutes, universities and science centres, each with their own benefits and limitations. They can be used differently for different year groups, topics …

Perhaps you and your students have already been involved in a research project and want to try your hand at setting up your own. This can sound daunting, but thanks …

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In Week 3 we set you the task of creating your own genomics activity or lesson plan. First, we highlighted some of our favourite places to find resources and how …

In week 2, we looked at genomics beyond the biology classroom, including where it links to other subjects, how to discuss and highlight careers in genomics, and the benefits of …

Most universities and academic institutions have public engagement departments, and lots might have the opportunity for teachers and students to get involved in research projects and activities. This can be …

Sometimes it is not always easy for students to grasp genomics concepts, and this can lead to misconceptions developing. Some of these misconceptions can have developed earlier on in their …

In addition to national science and health related days, science festivals and science engagement weeks are often targeted at schools, families and community groups to get involved in science activities. …

There are lots of science related national and international days that can serve as a perfect opportunity to bring some focus on genomics topics. “There are various dates throughout the …

A STEM Club is any regular attendance of young people exploring STEM subjects through extra-curricular provision. The club can focus on any or all STEM subjects and can include other …

For students considering a career in science, work placement and insight can be a really valuable experience, offering a taste of what it could be like to work in a …

Aside from fundamental genomics, genomics applications and technologies often make the headlines. These might be discussions that link to your curricula, or that naturally come up from classroom discussions. For …

In the next set of steps, you will use the peer-review activity to get your design of an activity or a lesson plan reviewed and to review the work of …

Genomics is a fundamental of all biology and whilst the term may not be explicitly mentioned in some curricula it is there underpinning it. So why are we not talking …