Humane Genetics Curriculum (HGC) Student Materials Lesson 0

Authors

Phillip Keck, The Live Oak SchoolFollow
Brian Donovan, University of Colorado BoulderFollow
Monica Weindling, University of Colorado BoulderFollow
Andrew Brubaker, University of Colorado BoulderFollow
Robbee Wedow, Purdue UniversityFollow

Abstract

Science classes require students to engage in academically rigorous conversations to understand difficult concepts. In order to create an environment for students that is as safe as possible and facilitates academically productive conversations, it is important for teachers and students to agree upon behavioral norms they will follow when interacting with one another. In this lesson, the teacher and students will co-construct, agree upon, and practice these norms in groups to establish an environment that fosters productive academic conversations. We encourage teachers to implement this lesson toward the beginning of the year so students are skilled in using these norms by the time they reach the Humane Genetics unit.

Keywords

Humane Genetics Curriculum (HGC); classroom norms; classroom environment

DOI

10.5703/1288284318513

Date of this Version

2-3-2026

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