Curated OER
Getting Up the Nerve
Students examine the basics of the nervous system through an interactive program. They discover how the brain is linked to muscle movement. They can test cells through the interactive program to see how it reacts to different stimuli.
Curated OER
Stem Cell Research Policy Lesson Plan: Create an Advocacy Brochure
Students after researching the science and the controversy around stem cell research, students create brochures to display their knowledge and a point of view.
Curated OER
Stem Cell Research
Young scholars examine embryonic cell research and the controversy that surrounds it. In this stem cell lesson students use a debate model and present and defend their positions.
Curated OER
Heads or Tails? Studying Regeneration in Planaria
Students view a video on stem cells and regeneration. In this investigative lesson students complete a worksheet while viewing the video.
Curated OER
Stem Cells
In this stem cells activity, students answer multiple choice questions about research found in stem cells. Students complete 5 questions total.
Curated OER
Curious Science: Stem Cells
In this online interactive science quiz learning exercise, students respond to 4 multiple choice questions about stem cells and their functions.
Curated OER
Stem Cells and Cloning
Students discuss an article on cloning and stem cells and complete an Internet cloning activity. For this genetic engineering lesson, students analyze stem cell issues by reading an article and participating in a class discussion. They...
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Stem Cell Bioethics
Students study the steps of embryonic development. They distinguish between the advantages/disadvantages of embryonic stem cells vs. adult stem cells and discuss the ethical implications of stem cell research.
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Cell & Developmental Biology
In this biology activity, learners identify and locate various vocabulary terms related to cells and developmental biology. There are 54 biology terms located in the word search.
Curated OER
Bioethics of Stem Cells
Young scholars complete a variety of activities as they examine the ethics behind stem cell research and use.
Library of Congress
Loc: Everyday Mysteries, What Are Stem Cells?
The buzz word "stem cells" are scientifically defined and the differences between stem cells and other cells explained in this "Everyday Mystery".
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Biotechnology Institute
Biotechnology Institute: Your World: Neuroscience & Biotechnology [Pdf]
A full-length download of the biotech magazine which discusses diseases of the central nervous system. It also takes a closer look at a sample of the tools and technology scientists use to address the various ways your brain and spinal...
Sumanas
Sumanas Inc: Human Embryonic Stem Cells
Learn the basics of stem cells by reading the article and watching the stem cell animation. Stem cells as therapy for diseases is the perspective of this website. Somatic cell nuclear transfer is covered.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: What Is Leukemia?
Stem cells found in the bone marrow are crucial for our health because they are needed to become new blood cells that sustain and protect our bodies. But when the transformation goes wrong, harmful mutations can cause the cells to start...
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: What Are Stem Cells?
Is personalized medicine for individual bodies in our future? Possibly -- with the use of stem cells, undifferentiated cells with the power to become any tissue in our bodies. The following learning module describes the role of these...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Stem Cells: Seeds of Hope?
This video explores the basic scientific and ethical questions surrounding the use of stem cells in medical research.
University of Wisconsin
The Why Files: Stem Cells
The Why? Files have provided a fantastic site about stem cells. Stem cells are described in detail and their role in the body. The content is mildly controversial and opinionated.
The Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry
Abpi: Stem Cell Research
Students learn about stem cells, and how these cells are used in medical research and treatments. Find out scientific facts, read several case studies, and participate in a group debate activity to explore the ethics of this topic. A...
PBS
Nova Online: Life's Greatest Miracle
The miracle of life is featured in this wonderful series of short videos and journal entries. A variety of topics are covered in this well written, authoritative piece.
PBS
News Hour Extra: Obama Overturns Restrictions on Stem Cell Research
Utilize this segment highlighting President Barack Obama's reversal of the decisions the Bush Administration regarding stem cell research in the classroom. March 10, 2009.
PBS
Pbs: The Cloning Process
This slide show provides an illustration of the process of creating embryonic stem cells using a cloned mouse embryo. Scientists generally refer to the technique as "somatic cell nuclear transfer." It is the process at the heart of what...
OpenStax
Open Stax: Cellular Differentiation
The process of cellular differentiation leads cells to assume their final morphology and physiology - learn here all about this process.
National Institutes of Health
National Institutes of Health: Health Information
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services provides a comprehensive resource on health issues. Browse hundreds of health topics using the alphabet index or click into health news especially for men, women, seniors, minorities, and...
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: The Cloning of Cells
Learners continue their education on cells in the human body. They discuss stem cells and how engineers are involved in the research of stem cell behavior. They learn about possible applications of stem cell research and associated...