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These resources have been reviewed and selected by STEM Learning’s team of education specialists for factual accuracy and relevance to teaching STEM subjects in UK schools.

Activity 1: Introduction

This activity includes a quiz and fact file describing the use of fingerprints for identification and processes of DNA profiling.

Also Included is The forensic use of bioinformation - resources for teachers which contains:

  • curriculum links
  • lesson plans
  • teaching notes
  • activity sheets
  • background information

This document contains information applicable to two other closely related resources from the Nuffield Council on Bioethics: 

Activity 2: Ethical Issues  

Activity 3: Case Studies 

The activities are developed for Key Stage Four and above.

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