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Differentiation and the Fate of Cells Instructional VideoDifferentiation and the Fate of Cells Instructional Video
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Howard Hughes Medical Institute
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9th - 12th
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Media Length
1:25
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10 mins
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Differentiation and the Fate of Cells

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Did you realize cells become restricted in the types of cells they produce as embryos develop? Stem cells might become anything, but late state cells can only become the specialized cell based on their locations. A captivating video does a great job explaining the process that determines the fate of so many cells.

19 Views 15 Downloads
CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

stem cells, embryology

Additional Tags

science

Instructional Ideas

  • Create a graphic of the phases of cell development
  • Highlight the importance of stem cells over more specialized cells

Classroom Considerations

  • Video is available for download in both MOV and WMV formats

Pros

  • Requires very little class time
  • Includes a full transcript for visual learners

Cons

  • None

Common Core

SL.9-10.2 SL.11-12.2 RST.9-10.4 RST.11-12.4

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