Instructional Video

Bacterial Conjugation

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Bacteria share the best gifts: genetic code offering drug resistance. As drug resistance becomes more common, scientists share how the process occurs with a brief animation. Viewers see a drug-resistant bacteria use conjugation to pass along resistance to an entirely different type of bacteria.

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Discuss why antibiotic resistance creates problems
  • Invite a doctor to discuss antibiotic resistance and how to prevent and fight against it
Classroom Considerations
  • Relies on prior knowledge of bacteria, genetics, and gene sharing
Pros
  • Requires very little class time
  • Allows for streaming or downloading in multiple formats
Cons
  • None