UDL training helps faculty customize curricula to meet diverse student needs and foster inclusive learning environments. Faculty will receive online training from the Center for Applied Special Technology (CAST) and develop UDL-based plans for their courses.

The purpose of high school partnerships is to build a pipeline and customer base for BioSCOPE products in local feeder high schools, thereby addressing the enrollment challenges faced by community college (CC) biotechnology programs. Despite enrollment being a significant concern, recruitment from high schools is often overlooked. By engaging high school teachers in a community of practice with CCs and the biotechnology industry, the aim is to raise awareness of the biotechnology field, provide resources for teachers, and create alignment between high school and community college programs, ultimately boosting student enrollment in biotechnology courses.

We created BioSCOPE 101, a comprehensive collection of standard operating procedures, batch records, flow charts, skills matrix and presentations available on a Canvas platform. This resource is designed for easy integration into your Canvas module or Google Classroom and includes projects like LB agar plate preparation and buffer/plasmid prep.

The products manufactured by community college students are delivered to customers who actively use them, including high school and fellow community college students. This initiative may also extend to nonprofits and companies, providing them with valuable resources. This system not only enhances the educational experience for the users but also gives the student manufacturers the opportunity to apply their skills in real-world scenarios, making a meaningful impact on a broader community.

The BioSCOPE model empowers community college students to manufacture products that support bioscience classrooms at both the high school and community college levels. When adopted by faculty in new and expanding CCC Biotechnology programs, teaches students industry-relevant practices such as following SOPs, documenting batch records, and adhering to GMP and quality control standards. Students also gain hands-on experience in lab skills like manufacturing solutions, growth media, kits, producing plasmids, and calibrating equipment. Throughout the semester, students will engage in BioSCOPE activities, building confidence and proficiency in these essential skills.