Faculty Publications & Research
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2006
Keywords
biotechnology, science literacy
Disciplines
Science and Mathematics Education
Abstract
A hands-on semester-long course in biotechnology for middle school students, high school students, or college students provides a way to learn about new technologies and can be coupled with assignments that provoke their thinking about the ethical and social ramifications of the field’s advances.
Recommended Citation
Scheppler, J. A., Styer, S., & Dosch, D. (2006). Understanding biotechnology: A necessity for science literacy. Spectrum, 32(1), 35-41. Retrieved from http://digitalcommons.imsa.edu/sci_pr/8/