AdvResearchTech/LabExpSciAdol (EDU 582)
Term: 2008-2009 Academic Year Spring
Schedule
Wed, 5:25 PM - 7:35 PM (1/14/2009 - 5/10/2009) Location: MAIN KELLE K105
Description
Advanced Research Techniques will introduce the prospective science educator to a wide variety of state-of-the-art laboratory techniques used throughout the world in leading research institutions. The subject content will cover advanced research techniques in three main areas: 1) cell culture and biochemical analysis; 2) subcellular localization of genes and gene products; and 3) microscopy and cellular structural analysis. Historical relevance behind the development of novel analytical techniques will be reviewed. Modern methods of genomic database analysis in relation to gene and gene product isolation protocols will be examined. There will be several laboratories incorporated into the syllabus to provide an integrated "hands on" collaborative experience in modern laboratory techniques and laboratory safety. The teacher candidate will develop pedagogical skills that include empirical interpretation and analysis, acquisition of modern biotechnological skills for scientific evalua