Professional Development for Science and Math Teachers
For more information about professional development opportunities offered by the School of Science, please contact Dean Michael A. Palladino or Assistant Dean John A. Tiedemann.
Monmouth University’s School of Science is committed to providing high-quality professional development opportunities and support for local area science and mathematics teachers. Professional development experiences will focus on practical, science content-based opportunities that align with state science standards and enable teachers to incorporate age-appropriate exercises into their lesson plans and classroom teaching.
DNA Forensics Workshop
for Science Teachers
January 7 - 8, 2010
Monmouth University, West Long Branch, NJ
In conjunction with the:
Institute for Biotechnology Education
Raritan Valley Community College
8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
15 hours of Professional Credits
Cost: Free
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This two-day workshop was developed for middle and high school teachers to improve their knowledge of the use of DNA in forensic science. Teachers will prepare and conduct the following laboratories; DNA extraction, Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR); gel electrophoresis; and determine DNA profiles. The activities are aligned to the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards.
Contact biotech@raritanval.edu for more information.
