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The Department of Molecular Biotechnology at the University of Washington School of Medicine proposes a project, 'Genetics Education Networks to Enhance Teaching and Improve Curricula in Science (GENETICS),' that will:
1) develop an articulated K-12 curriculum framework for effective teaching and learning of fundamental genetics and allied life science concepts (also inquiry-driven, standards-based, learner-centered, and supported by exemplary materials)
2) create, a set of coherent, comprehensive high school instructional strategies for teaching genetics, molecular biology and biotechnology built around Washington state's Essential Academic Learning Requirements, incorporating learner-centered inquiry, and supported by exemplary materials
3) foster regional implementation of this curriculum framework and these instructional strategies through professional development for teachers with K-12 clusters of schools in Seatle and Northshore School Districts, as well as a wider cadre of teachers
4) cultivate a statewide network of genetics learning communities that link elementary, middle school and high school teachers with local and state scientists and genetics professionals, and provide a forum for their interaction, including face-to-face meetings, telecommunications and distance learning technologies (including web page, electronic bulletin board, and moderated listserver), To create state-wide interest in teh formation of genetics learning communities, we will produce a play focused on genetics issues in Year 1 of this project, which will be presented at multiple sites throughout the state.
These facets will all incorporate two content strands -- biology as an information science and the ethical, legal, and societal issues -- that reinforce the central, unifying role of genetics and molecular biology in life science. Through collaborations among teachers and scientists and in partnership with major regional science education reform programs, GENETICS will enh
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