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Genes 101: Life’s Instruction Manual | UNC-TV Science

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Discover the common genetic ground shared by humans and chickens. Group members listen and view an animation about genes and proteins, which details their roles in building biological structures such as tissues and organs. Participants review concepts by completing a multiple-choice worksheet after the video.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Have scientists brainstorm common organs and biological structures shared between humans and chickens to illustrate points from the video
  • Provide scholars with a Venn diagram to compare and contrast genes and proteins
Classroom Considerations
  • Arrange audience members to accommodate viewing needs 
Pros
  • Employs easy-to-understand analogies to make content accessible for all learners
  • Concise video is ideal for introduction or concept review
Cons
  • Does not include a key for the student worksheet