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Biotech CSI

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Crack the case with science.

Solve a crime scene scenario using real-world crime scene investigation (CSI) techniques and science. Starting with a packet of forensic evidence, access to the scene of the crime and eyewitness affidavits, use science to sort out fact from fiction as you piece together the criminal sequence of events.

Use microscopy, DNA electrophoresis, chemical analysis and other evidence gathering techniques to reconstruct the crime scene. Sift through the clues, discard useless evidence and solve the problem using design-thinking in this open-ended investigation that models project-based learning and encourages high-level, critical thinking skills.

Details

  • Dates: June 27, 2008
  • Location: Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX
  • Grade Levels: 6-12

Workshop content developed by the Texas Tech University Center for the Integration of Science and Education Research with funding from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute.

What You Take Home

  • Strategies for teaching microscopy, DNA electrophoresis, and the structure and function of DNA
  • Experience conducting a role-playing activity designed to show relevance in science content through a crime scene investigation scenario
  • 0.6 continuing education units (CEUs) from Texas Tech University
  • 6 hours Texas State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credit

About the Instructor

Mandy Biggers

Mandy Biggers is the outreach coordinator for the Center for the Integration of Science and Education Research (CISER) at Texas Tech University. An experienced 7-12 grade teacher, Mandy specializes in secondary education, curriculum development and teacher professional development.

Mandy holds a master's degree in curriculum and instruction from Texas A&M University and is currently pursuing her doctorate. She is a leading trainer for Texas in both GLOBE and FOSS.

This summer will be Mandy's first year to train teachers with the T-STEM Center.