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Human Genetics and Heredity

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Learners choose topics for research based on human genetics and heredity. They conduct research via the Internet and write a brief explanation of the milestone in genetics and heredity and attach it to a class timeline. They share...
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The Human Genome Project: WebQuest Jigsaw

For Teachers 12th
Twelfth graders research facts about the Human Genome Project. In this biology lesson, 12th graders brainstorm on the pros and cons of this project. They complete the jigsaw puzzle and present their findings in class.
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Human genome project

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers research writings on "the book of life." Students research the human genome project. High schoolers discover the issues of nature versus nurture are still hashed over in the scientific community.
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DNA Week

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students perform different activities about DNA for a week in order to celebrate DNA Week and raise their awareness of DNA. The teacher is provided with a different theme for each day.
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Genome: The Secret of How Life Works

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students explain how DNA directs the production of proteins.
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From Genomes of Species

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students investigate genomic research being done and its potential for understanding, treating, and possibly curing human genetic conditions. The potential of proteomic research as a companion to the work being done with genomics is...
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Issues in Genomics

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students explore the definition of ethics and genomics. In this organism lesson students participate in the chosen teacher lesson.
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Genetic Research: Decisions to be Made

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine the genetics involved in the human genome. They brainstorm the advantages and disadvantages to this discovery. They research different experts opinion and write a case study which addresses an ethical dilemma.
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DNA Analysis

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners explore the ways in which DNA research is changing the ways in which we fight disease.
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Personal Genetics Education Project

Introduction to Personal Genetics

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Adolescents have the opportunity to consider how they feel about the possibilities presented by the current availability of genetic sequencing. After some instruction, they participate in a four-corners activity in which you read a...
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X or Y- Does it Make a Difference?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine the X and Y chromosomes. In this research lesson plan, students use the 5E lesson plan model as they read articles about human chromosomes then discuss their findings and opinions.
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Genome's Greatest Hits

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers explore the progression of discoveries that have led to the genetics knowledge that scientists currently have. In groups, students research scientists that have made important contributions to understanding the molecules...
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DNA and Individual Differences

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers list differences between DNA-related terms and create a simple DNA circle map. They order terms including human body, organ, tissue, cell, nucleus, etc. from largest to smallest. They discuss differences and...
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The ABC's of DNA

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students describe genetics as if they were explaining it to a young child. After reading an article, they discover new discoveries in the human genome project. Using the internet, they research a pair of genetic terms and develop a...
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It's Genetic--Or Is It?

For Teachers All
Students identify examples of the interplay between genes and environment on certain traits and discuss how the Human Genome Project has led to a greater understanding of the role of genes on complex traits.
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Model Organisms: The Genes We Share

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students gather information about gene banks. In this biology lesson, students work in groups to complete an activity sheet about genetic databases and organism genomes. Lesson includes extension ideas.
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Ethical Applications of Human Genetics

For Teachers 10th
Tenth graders read about, observe case study videos, and participate in live interactive broadcasts, and maintain a log book on all of the activities pertaining to the Human Genome Project.
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The Human Geonome Project

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Pupils explore the Human Genome Project (HGP). Students research a fact situation, examine genetic data given, and discuss choices available for a solution. Pupils consider the ethical question and consequences of each choice.
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cDNA Sequencing By Restriction Project

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students try to confirm the sequence of a given cDNA clone using the WWW tools and traditional restriction analysis. They grow the clone, prep the plasmid, cut the plasmid with restriction enzymes and compare their results to what was...
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MENSA Education & Research Foundation

Peas in a Pod: Genetics

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Can peas have grandparents? Learn about inherited traits and heredity with a set of activities focused on Mendelian genetics. As your class learns about the process of passing traits along in Punnett squares, they take on the role of...
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Beyond Benign

What is Biotechnology

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Examine the sequence of key events in the history of genetics. An engaging lesson plan asks scholars to sort events to create a timeline of biotechnology milestones. Arranging the events gives learners a perspective on the...
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Simulated Genetic Counseling Session

For Teachers 8th - Higher Ed
Young scholars, in groups, prepare a family history for a family with a genetic condition. They simulate a genetic counseling session and listen to a guest lecture by a genetic counselor.
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Karyotypes and Inheritance of Chromosomes

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students explore the mode of inheritance of chromosomes. Given a scenario, students use the Human Genome sheet to determine inherited chromosomes. They illustrate the difference between genotype and phenotype. Students develop a model...
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Doggy DNA: The Power of PCR

For Teachers Higher Ed
Students listen as the teacher lectures about Polymerase Chain Reaction, and the technical information about its uses. They collect dog saliva and run/analyze a gel electrophoresis. Students use a computer to integrate information, and...

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