BOEC Online Learning Center

Empowering STEM Educators: Innovative Curriculum for a New Era of Science Learning

Welcome to our specialized online platform, where we proudly offer two comprehensive courses designed exclusively for STEM educators. Our goal is to bridge the gap between contemporary scientific research and K-12 education, ensuring that your teaching methods are not only up-to-date but also inspiring. These courses are designed to align with the latest NGSS science standards, incorporating cutting-edge research projects from Iowa State University. 

By joining us, you will gain access to innovative curriculum packages that are tailor-made for classroom use, enriching your teaching experience and igniting a passion for science in your students. Join us in reshaping STEM education for future generations.

Select from the following online learning modules:

DNA Fingerprinting

Features a new twist on the BOEC "traditional" DNA fingerprinting lab.  Learn how the updated investigation combines students' curiosity about environmental stewardship with DNA analysis.

Students investigate woodchip bioreactors as an emerging technology designed to improve the health of our waterways by denitrifying surface water. Students engage with two hands-on investigations

Bacterial Transformation

Our AMR curriculum incorporates the BOEC bacterial transformation lab with research projects in Dr. Adina Howe's lab. 

Students investigate the development of drug-resistant microbes in agricultural settings and engage with two hands-on investigations