Home > STEM Learning Journeys > DNA & The Role of Biotech — Intro Lessons Bundle DNA & The Role of Biotech April 9, 2025 In the Learning Journey, DNA & The Role of Biotech, learners witness how the understanding of genomics can be applied to develop tools to improve our quality of life. In small groups, they participate in hands-on activities that make microscopic ideas like gene editing relatable. They also learn of the different careers that exist in the burgeoning biotech industry. Check out this video tutorial to help you implement this learning journey. In each activity bundle, we provide: A list of lessons for the learning journey A brief step-by-step facilitation guide A link to Discussion and Activity slides for each lesson Intro Lessons Bundle Recommended Grades: 3-8 Total time for Lessons: 1 hour 30 min Topics: Inherited Traits: 30 min Are Fingerprints Inherited?: 1 hour (may be over multiple days) Go To Lessons → Intermediate Lessons Bundle Recommended Grades: 4-8 Total time for Lessons: 1 hour 45 min Topics: Careers in Medicine: 15 min What is Selective Breeding?: 45 min Biotechnology & Microbes: 45 min Go To Lessons → Advanced Lessons Bundle Recommended Grades: 6-10 Total time for Lessons: 2 hours Topics: Genetic Engineering: 15 min Examining DNA: 30 min How CRISPR lets you edit DNA + Phage Invaders Video Game: 45 min The ethics of CRISPR gene editing: 15 min Virtual Field Trip: 15 min Go To Lessons → Previous: Genomics Learning Journeys Home Next: DNA & the Role of Biotech — Intro Lessons Bundle
