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This is a Must Have Video Link to share and use throughout the school year. It is a great visual aid that students can refer to as they go through their Biology course.
Like what you see? You can purchase on my TPT store and then print to post and use as a word wall.
Biomedical Science courses complement really nicely with Biology courses. Whether students are working towards a medical degree or a biomedical certification, or whether you are part of a HOSA club or advisor, here you will find a variety of engaging and fun ideas and resources.
One of my all time favorite labs definitely has to be one that contains food items-the Biomolecules Lab! Students get the opportunity to have an up close experience with their favorite foods- pizza, cookies, chips, sports drinks to name a few.
Do students talk over you? Are students distracted or having side conversations while you are trying to teach? There are simple and quick classroom management techniques you can follow to make your lessons more effective and engaging.
Student’s faces will brighten up as they see the white starch baggie turn purple in a matter of minutes. Students will start asking “Why? How does this happen?”. Students will see how the Iodine diffuses from the cup to inside the baggie.
Hey there Biology teachers. I want to share a colorful and fun lab where students get to see how Osmosis and Diffusion works. Gummy bears will shrink and grow as they are soaked in water and sugar/salt solutions.
A must at the beginning of every school year is introducing laboratory safety, tool and the use of the microscope. Focus on what is important and give students an opportunity to see and hold each piece.
Creating daily and weekly lesson plans can be time consuming and a headache but not to worry! Let’s review the main requirements of a lesson plan.
Introducing such an abstract concept such as Cell organelles can be intimating. Here are a wide variety of activities that have proven successful when teaching cell organelles.
Word Walls are a great resource for all students to visualize different terminology. Its important to include content vocabulary both in English and Spanish to support ELL and ESL students. Word Walls can be laminated for longer lifetime and durability and reused on a yearly basis.
Sticky Notes are a fun and engaging way to have students submit their Do now or exit tickets. They will be actively taking notes and collaborating with their peers.
Science Fair (Project Based Learning "PBL")
Science Fair projects and ideas don't have to be overwhelming. Follow me, I will show you step-by=step how to guide your students and complete an experimental design using project-based learning.