Currently I teach Biology in addition to an upper-level course called Research, Genetics and Bioethics.  I teach in a rural community in Oregon, where one high school serves our entire county.  We have approximately 1500 students in our school.

HHMI Biointeractive, so much to explore!  Virtual labs, videos, data sets, and more.  One of my favorites are the virus resources!  Updates to the website make it easy to search for exactly what you need.

Wisconsin Fast Plants Students collect data from specimens and then use that information along with a dihybrid mendelian cross to determine the genotype and phenotype of an unknown “parent” plant.  Great inquiry, logic and problem solving skills required. Perfect for using the C-E-R strategy.

GMO Investigator: students test their own food samples to determine if they contain genetically modifed ingredients using DNA extraction, PCR, and gel electrophoresis.  Great way to incorporate bioethics and hold a debate or socratic seminar about the use of GMOs in agriculture and labeling. 

Argument Driven Inquiry: I’ve been using some of these activities with my Biology students. The book guides through an exploration, designing procedures, analyzing data, and even a careful writing guide along with peer review.  Very thorough approach to teaching argumentation in science. 

STEM Teaching Tools Great 1-page resources for learning and discussing NGSS related topic (see the “tools” link for a topic that interests you. Also has rubrics for some of the Science and Engineering Practices like this one for Modeling: 

Using Phenomena in NGSS-a great read for staff

NGSS Screening Tool- an abbreviated version of the EQUIP rubric, helps to determine if your units are aligned to NGSS, and how to build them so they will be more 3 dimensional

Poster for the NGSS 3 Dimensions-classroom ready!
Modeling-Great article on what is and what is not “modeling.”

Allen Distinguished Educators I was awarded a grant for $1000 to implement the DIY guide “Tissue Engineering.”  Many of the DIY grants use affordable materials if you are not able to apply for a grant.

Amgen Biotechnology Experience Amazing Biotechnology curriculum and resources.  Some grants are awarded to help expand the program and consumable materials and equipment are provided free to trained teachers.  Check to see if there is an ABE program office in your area.

Talk Moves Great checklist to use in class to help get students talking science!  This tool was designed for elementary students, but also works great in high school! Teaching Channel videos on talk moves 

Washington University in St. Louis- Masters in Biology program: a program geared toward teachers!  I loved this program because I was able to take content courses to develop my depth of knowledge in Biology (rather than taking courses toward a Masters in Teaching).  It is a hybrid in-person/online program with 2 summers spent at the University.