Genetic Curricula

Genetics Curricula

Genetics Education Center, University of Kansas Medical Center

Note: Publishers & Resources (addresses and phone) for the following curricula.

Advances in Genetic Technology (Student / Teacher's Editions), 1989: Author: Drexler, Edward, Hinchee, PhD, Maud A.W., Lundberg, Douglas T., McCullough, PhD, Laurence B., McInerney, Joseph D., Murray, MD, Jeffrey, Storey, PhD, Richard; BSCS Innovative Science Education; The Colorado College, Colorado Spring, CO 80903; Approximate cost: $16; Subject: basic genetics; Grade level(s): secondary, teacher; ISBN: 17874-8

Argentina's Disappeared and Mitochondrial DNA Identity Testing, 1990: Author: Baker, Diane L.; University of Michigan Education Program; Human Genome Center, 2570 MSRBII, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-0674; Approximate cost: $40; Subject: DNA politics; Grade level(s): secondary

Basic Genetics: A Human Approach (Student Book), 1999: BSCS Study (Biological Science Curriculum); Kendall / Hunt Publishing Company; 2460 Kerper Boulevard, P.O. Box 539, Dubuque, IA 52004-0539.; Grade level(s): secondary

Basic Genetics: A Human Approach (Teacher's Guide), 1999: BSCS Study (Biological Science Curriculum); Kendall/Hunt; 2460 Kerper Boulevard, P.O. Box 539, Dubuque, IA 52004-0539.; Subject: human genetics; Grade level(s): secondary

Biological Science: A Molecular Approach (Teachers Annotated Edition), 1985: BSCS Innovative Science Education; The Colorado College, Colorado Spring, CO 80903; ISBN: 0-669-17866-7

Biotechnology Unit - Junior High School Level, 1993: Math and Science Education Center; 8001 Natural Bridge Road, St. Louis, MO 63121; Approximate cost: $40; Subject: biotechnology; Grade level(s): middle

Biotechnology Unit - Secondary School Level, 1992: Math and Science Education Center; 8001 Natural Bridge Road, St. Louis, MO 63121; Approximate cost: $40; Subject: biotechnology; Grade level(s): secondary

Biotechnology Unit - Upper Elementary School Level, 1993: Math and Science Education Center; 8001 Natural Bridge Road, St. Louis, MO 63121; Approximate cost: $40; Subject: biotechnology; Grade level(s): elementary, middle

Birth Defects: Causes and Prevention: PacNoRGG; Oregon Health Sciences University, CDRC, Clinical Services Building, 901 East 18th Avenue, Eugene, OR 97403-5254; Grade level(s): 9-12

BSCS High School Curriculum:

Chances' Choices, revised 1997: Authors: Edward M. Kloza, MS, and Paula K. Haddow, MAT; Foundation for Blood Research; PO Box 190, Scarborough, ME 04070-0190; Approximate cost: $75; Subject: Human genetics curriculum supplement; Grade level: Secondary, adult

Create a Center About... Heredity & Genetics: Carolina Biological Supply Company; 2700 York Road, Burlington, NC 27215. (800)334-5551, fax: (910)584-3399.; Grade level(s): middle, secondary

Create a Center About...the Human Body: Carolina Biological Supply Company; 2700 York Road, Burlington, NC 27215. (800)334-5551, fax: (910)584-3399.; Grade level(s): secondary

Designer Genes: A Manual for Conducting a Human Genetics Workshop, 1989: Author: PacNoRGG Education Committee; CDRC Publications; CDRC/OHSU, P.O. Box 574, Portland, OR 97207; Approximate cost: $25

Discovering Genetics: D.O.K. Publishers; Grade level(s): 4-12

DNA, 1995: Author: DynaVue; Ward's Natural Science Establishment, Inc.; 5100 West Henrietta Road, P.O. Box 92912, Rochester, NY 14692-9012. (800)962-2660, fax: (800)635-8439; Approximate cost: $54; Subject: DNA; Grade level(s): middle, secondary; ISBN: 75 W 0150

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome: Comprehensive Health Education Foundation; Grade level(s): middle, secondary

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Awareness Curriculum: Media Resource Center; Grade level(s): elementary, middle, secondary

Fingerprinting Guide, 1987: GEMS (Great Expectations in Math and Science); Lawrence Hall of Science; University of California, Berkeley, CA 94720

Genetics and Heredity, 1989: Author: Newton, David; Carolina Biological Supply Company; 2700 York Road, Burlington, NC 27215; Approximate cost: $31; Grade level(s): middle, secondary; 45-2502J

Genes And Surroundings (Student Book), 1983: BSCS Study (Biological Science Curriculum); Kendall/Hunt; 2460 Kerper Boulevard, P.O. Box 539, Dubuque, IA 52004-0539; Subject: Human Genetics; Grade level(s): secondary, adult, teacher; ISBN: 0-8403-3066-9
Genes And Surroundings (Teacher's Guide), 1983: BSCS Study (Biological Science Curriculum); Kendall/Hunt; 2460 Kerper Boulevard, P.O. Box 539, Dubuque, IA 52004-0539; Subject: human genetics; Grade level(s): secondary, adult, teacher; ISBN: 0-8403-3065-0

Genetics: A Human Approach (Teaching Guide), 1983: Author: Capra, Judy; University of Colorado; Children's Hospital, Health Sciences Center, Genetics Unit, 4200 East Ninth Avenue, Denver, CO 80262; Approximate cost: $40

Genetic Conditions: Family Stories, 1996: Author: Collins, Debra L.; Genetics Education Center; University of Kansas Medical Center, 4023 Wescoe Pavilion, 3901 Rainbow Boulevard, Kansas City, KS 66160-7318; Approximate cost: $25; Subject: genetic conditions; Grade level(s): middle, secondary, adult, professional

Genetics: A Human Approach (Jr. High Guide & slide set): Judy Capra; Grade level(s): middle

Genetics: A Human Approach (Sr. High Guide & slide set): Judy Capra; Grade level(s): secondary

GEMS (Great Expectations in Math and Science)

Handicap Awareness Program & Puppets: Pacer

Human Genetic Control: Aladdin's Lamp, Pandora's Box?, 1981: Author: Lord, Jr., Richard N. / Polly Haddow; Presque Isle High School; Presque Isle, ME 04769; Grade level(s): 9-12

Human Genetics: A Practical Teaching Guide, 1986: Massachusetts Genetics Program; Massachusetts Department of Public Health; 150 Tremont Street, Boston, MA 02111; Subject: human genetics; Grade level(s): middle, secondary, teacher

Human Genetics Lesson Plans: Genetics Education Center; HGP Genetics Education Workshop Participants; University of Kansas Medical Center, 4023 Wescoe Pavilion, 3901 Rainbow Boulevard, Kansas City, KS 66160-7318; Approximate cost: none, see web site; Subject: resources for teaching; Grade level(s): middle, secondary, adult

The Human Approach to Genetics: Genetics Center, Houston; Houston, TX; Grade level(s): 9-12

Human Heredity (Copy Masters): NASCO; Grade level(s): middle, secondary

In All Probability, 1994: GEMS (Great Expectations in Math and Science); Lawrence Hall of Science; University of California, Berkeley, CA 94720; Approximate cost: $13; Subject: probability; Grade level(s): elementary, middle

Mapping and Sequencing the Human Genome: Science, Ethics, and Public Policy, 1992: Author: McInerney, Joseph D., J. Stricker, K. Winternitz; National Association of Biology Teachers and BSCS; 11250 Roger Bacon Drive, #19, Reston, VA 22090; Approximate cost: $4; Subject: HGP / ELSI; Grade level(s): secondary

Mystery Festival, 1994: GEMS (Great Expectations in Math and Science); Lawrence Hall of Science; University of California, Berkeley, CA 94720; Subject: DNA fingerprinting; Grade level(s): elementary, middle

National Organization for Rare Disorders, Inc. (NORD): Genetic Teaching Copy Masters; 100 Rt. 37, P.O. Box 8923, New Fairfield, CT 06812-8923; Approximate cost: $4

New Choices, New Responsibilities: Ethical Issues in the Life Sciences, 1990: Author: Jennings, Bruce, et al; Hoffman-LaRoche Inc.; 340 Kinsland Street, Nutley, NJ 07110; Subject: ethics; Grade level(s): middle, secondary

ODDS-R (Chromosomal Book), 1985: Author: Young, Jorgensen, Shapiro; Central Texas Genetics Center; 4201 Marathon Boulevard, Suite 206, Austin, TX 78756; Approximate cost: $30; Subject: chromosomes, curriculum supplement; Grade level(s): teacher, adult, professional

ODDS-R (Mendelian Book), 1985: Author: Young, Jorgensen, Shapiro; Central Texas Genetics Center; 4201 Marathon Boulevard, Suite 206, Austin, TX 78756; Approximate cost: $30; Subject: Mendelian genetics, curriculum supplement; Grade level(s): teacher, adult, professional

People...Just Like You: Committee on Youth Development; Grade level(s): 1-12

Preventing Fetal Alcohol Syndrome: Association for Retarded Citizens; Grade level(s): 9-12

Prevention of Genetic and Birth Disorders: California State Department of Education; Grade level(s): secondary

Smooth Sailing into Next Generation: Causes & Prevention Mental Retardation: PacNoRGG; Oregon Health Sciences University, CDRC, Clinical Services Building, 901 East 18th Avenue, Eugene, OR 97403-5254; Grade level(s): 9-12

You, Me, and Others - Unit 1: March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation; Education and Health Promotion Department, 1275 Mamaroneck Avenue, White Plains, NY 10605; Approximate cost: $12; Grade level(s): elementary

You, Me, and Others - Unit 2: March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation; Education and Health Promotion Department, 1275 Mamaroneck Avenue, White Plains, NY 10605; Approximate cost: $12; Grade level(s): 3-4

You, Me, and Others - Unit 3: March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation; Education and Health Promotion Department, 1275 Mamaroneck Avenue, White Plains, NY 10605; Approximate cost: $12; Grade level(s): 5-6

See also:

Online genetics curricula
DNA Fingerprinting / forensic science
Genetic Education Resources including lesson plans
Clinical Genetics Courses and Lectures

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