Bozeman Science
DNA and RNA - Part 1
Explore the history of DNA through Griffith, Avery, and Watson and Crick. The narrator of a science video briefly covers how DNA is organized in prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms.
Crash Course
DNA Structure and Replication
I wish I was adenine because then I could get paired with U. Awwww. The video explains what DNA is made of and analyzes its structure. Video includes a short pop quiz about base pairs before explaining the differences between RNA and DNA...
Crash Course
DNA, Hot Pockets, and the Longest Word Ever
Show learners how DNA transcription works with a video that details the step-by-step instructions required to copy genes, and how cells follow those instructions, via translation, to produce proteins and enzymes...
Stated Clearly
What is DNA and How Does it Work?
Explaining exactly how DNA works to provide genetic information is a complex topic, but it is presented in a clear and engaging way through a five-minute video. Have learners try to explain how DNA works before watching the video, then...
TED-Ed
The Twisting Tale of DNA
Introduce biology classes to the structure of DNA, the role of genes, and how mutations occur with this nifty resource. After viewing an animated video, discuss the accompanying Think questions and then explore the myriad of additional...
CBC (Canada)
Talent vs Training
To what degree is athletic talent natural versus trained? What role do genetics play in an individual's athletic potential? Invite your young learners to consider these questions and discover the science behind athletic improvement and...
Curated OER
DNA Structure
Stop animation helps Jeremy describe the components of the Double Helix structure of DNA. This is actually a very informative clip which will make explaining the nature of DNA easy to understand.
Curated OER
Mitosis
Watch as an animated cell goes through the process of mitosis as DNA coils and bunches into chromosomes. Once the nuclear membranes dissolve, spindles pull chromatids to opposite sides and stretch the cell. The video ends as mitosis...
Curated OER
Genetics
Has your class finished its unit on genetics? Use this resource to provide a quick, encompassing review. Mr. Anderson discusses DNA, RNA, nucleotides, mitosis, meiosis, diploids, haploids, gametes, gene expression, etc. Create a...
Curated OER
The Theory of Evolution Made Easy
Your upper graders will have no problem understanding the Theory of Evolution after watching this comprehensive clip. Multiple examples are used to demonstrate how a species is able to adapt and change over time due to both environmental...
Curated OER
Genetics - Introduction
Explore genetics with Mr. Anderson! In this introduction, he discusses which topics he'll cover in subsequent sections. From DNA to RNA and cell cycle to mitosis and meiosis, Mr. Anderson provides a quick introduction to future videos.
Curated OER
Human Ancestry Made Easy
Explore the Out of Africa Theory, genetics, and human ancestry with this clear and interesting video clip. Older scientists will gain a basic understanding of how genetic markers have helped anthropologists determine the origin and...
Curated OER
Mitosis in Real Time
Watch as cells split beneath a microscope. This nineteen-second clip does not have narration or music, but it gives a fascinating look at mitosis. Use this in a high school biology class to demonstrate what mitosis really looks like.
Curated OER
Mitosis Demonstration
Models of chromosomes are moved around on a table as a teacher describes mitosis in its separate phases. If you need a demonstration for your biology class, you can use this video.
Curated OER
Microbial Universe - Part 4
Scientists and researchers progress in their research toward growing the microbe SAR-11. Though they have not accomplished this yet, they strive for greater understanding of microbes in general, and how they help us in our world. End...
Curated OER
Genetics and The Structure of DNA - Part 2/2
How is DNA structured? Composed of deoxyribose, phosphate, and bases, DNA seems so simple, yet it determines so much of who we are. Give your class a better understanding of their genetic makeup with this video. Part two of two.
Curated OER
Video on Cells
Cellular transport and activity are highlighted with vivid images taken by a microscope. Some animation and other footage is shown as well to discuss the inner workings of a cell. Begin your biology class with this introduction to cells.
Curated OER
DNA Replication Process
Do you need a visual representation for DNA's replication process? This short clip provides a brief overview of how this process occurs.
Curated OER
Genetics and The Structure of DNA - Part 1/2
If you could unravel all the DNA in your body and stretch it out, it would reach to the sun and back...over 100 times! How incredible! Cover basic genetic vocabulary and hear a geneticist speak about your body's internal recipe....
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Dna
Learn about deoxyribonucleic acid. Get an overview of DNA bases, complementary base pairing, and the structure of the double helix. [13:02]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Dna
Learn about deoxyribonucleic acid. Get an overview of DNA bases, complementary base pairing, and the structure of the double helix. [13:02]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Dna as the "Transforming Principle"
Learn how Griffith and later Avery, McCarty, and MacLeod found strong evidence that DNA is the "transforming principle" that encodes genetic information. [10:18]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Hershey and Chase: Dna Is the Genetic Material
Find out how Alfred Hershey and Martha Chase showed conclusively that DNA is the genetic material. [8:49]
Howard Hughes Medical Institute
Hhmi: Biointeractive: The Chemical Structure of Dna
Learn how the chemical properties of the DNA molecule determine its structure and function in this video. [2:45]