Friday, April 23, 2010
classroom supplies
I want to order supplies that will last - not consumables. Only problem is, equipment is usually pretty expensive. I think my greatest need at this point is micropipets. I will probably order from Biorad, who has classroom grade micropipets for $150 each, so I can purchase a set of 5, with tips to go with them.
Thursday, March 11, 2010
Most Interesting Lecture
What is the most interesting lecture/concept/activity you have seen so far in the last two workshop meetings that you wanted to share with your students?
I've loved everything we've learned from the scientists and I've already shared with my AP Bio classes how "mutated" genes are being used to study heart failure recovery and generation of new capillaries. I also enjoyed learning how to extract plasmid DNA from bacteria - in the past, I have always just ordered the plasmid DNA, but now it is possible to maintain the bacteria culture and get the plasmid straight from the bacteria.
I've loved everything we've learned from the scientists and I've already shared with my AP Bio classes how "mutated" genes are being used to study heart failure recovery and generation of new capillaries. I also enjoyed learning how to extract plasmid DNA from bacteria - in the past, I have always just ordered the plasmid DNA, but now it is possible to maintain the bacteria culture and get the plasmid straight from the bacteria.
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
Session 1
During our first workshop, what did you find meaningful for your own learning purposes?
Wow, I sure learned a lot. I was totally blown away by our first session together. I especially liked having Dr. Alex come to talk to us about his research - it's amazing what kind of research is being done at the molecular level to solve heart failure, down to one specific membrane channel! I also loved visiting the vivarium to see the mice and the ultrasound machine. It was amazing to hear about actual cutting edge research being done - using bubbles to carry genes into target tissues - wow, who would have thought that possible?
Do you think that all secondary science teachers should go through some type of laboratory experience like the one you are participating in?
Most definitely YES - basic safety training and intro to molecular lab techniques at the least. The non-biology teachers may be overwhelmed by the content covered, but could really benefit from the lab practical experiences. This is a great way for teachers to stay connected to the "real world" and learn about new technologies that are really being used by scientists. It is helping me catch up with cutting edge techniques. It's really hard to know the "latest" in research when we're so caught up in the classroom. I really appreciate the opportunity to stay "current".
Wow, I sure learned a lot. I was totally blown away by our first session together. I especially liked having Dr. Alex come to talk to us about his research - it's amazing what kind of research is being done at the molecular level to solve heart failure, down to one specific membrane channel! I also loved visiting the vivarium to see the mice and the ultrasound machine. It was amazing to hear about actual cutting edge research being done - using bubbles to carry genes into target tissues - wow, who would have thought that possible?
Do you think that all secondary science teachers should go through some type of laboratory experience like the one you are participating in?
Most definitely YES - basic safety training and intro to molecular lab techniques at the least. The non-biology teachers may be overwhelmed by the content covered, but could really benefit from the lab practical experiences. This is a great way for teachers to stay connected to the "real world" and learn about new technologies that are really being used by scientists. It is helping me catch up with cutting edge techniques. It's really hard to know the "latest" in research when we're so caught up in the classroom. I really appreciate the opportunity to stay "current".
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