Hybrid Learning from February 2nd – 27th, 2026
Curious about how Colorado life sciences leaders are using gene editing to advance medical breakthroughs? This NGSS-aligned professional development course invites middle and high school educators to explores the cutting-edge area of gene therapy by exploring the genome editing technology of CRISPR-Cas9. Through interactive LabXchange modules and weekly insights including experts from Colorado’s bioscience ecosystems, participants will not only dive deep into the technology but also examine real-world applications of CRISPR-Cas 9 and ethical considerations. Designed with the classroom in mind, this course explores the innovations in the bioscience field happening right now with emphasis on real world application of this technology. Educators will leave with a ready to implement curriculum plan that showcases the latest technology advancements in Colorado’s bioscience ecosystem.