Flipped Labs : Creation of Online Modules to Enhance Student Understanding of Specific Laboratory Techniques

Abstract

We have designed six biochemistry lab technique modules on the Articulate storyline platform. The modules tackle specific laboratory techniques. Each module takes the learner through the technique background/theory, typical equipment and reagents, data visualization, and data analysis. We have an instructor version and student version of each module. The instructor version of each module has additional instructor tips and examples on how to incorporate the lab techniques described in the module into a course. The modules are as follows: Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences (BBS) Lab Module Series 1 – Agarose gel electrophoresis (BBS) Lab Module Series 2 – SDS-PAGE (Coomassie staining) (BBS) Lab Module Series 3 – western blotting