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Can You Roll Your Tongue? Exploring Genetics with Punnett Squares

Explore Mendelian genetics and master Punnett Squares in this engaging 45-minute class. Learn key concepts, solve genetic problems, and discover how traits are inherited through interactive activities and discussions.
Lemons-Aid Learning
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What's included

2 live meetings
1 hrs 30 mins in-class hours
Mastery Evaluation
1 hour per week. Students receive feedback during class.
Progress Report
The instructor will send parents a message about how the learner did in class.

Class Experience

US Grade 7 - 9
Beginner - Advanced Level
๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ”ฌMaster Punnett Squares in just 45 minutes! In this engaging and interactive class, your student will practice completing Punnett Squares and the basics of Mendelian genetics. By the end of this session, they will confidently predict genetic outcomes and feel like a Genius Geneticist!

๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ”ฌMany students struggle with understanding how traits are passed down and inherited. Genetics can be confusing and abstract concept, but we will break it down into simple, manageable steps. This class was made out of a desire to make genetics fun and accessible to all students. We will do hands-on practice and use memory devices to remember the various parts of Punnett squares.

๐Ÿ”ฌPrevious knowledge of Mendelian genetics is required as this course will only touch on the basics and focus mostly on practicing Punnett squares and predicting genetic outcomes.

Student Outcomes:
โœ…Gain skills in genetics
-Students will practice and master Punnett squares after a short tutorial
โœ…Develop confidence in science
-Genetics can be very difficult and abstract, but with practice and guidance students will grow confident in their skills
Learning Goals
Students will predict inheritance of certain traits using a Punnett square.
learning goal

Syllabus

Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
Standards
Aligned with State-Specific Standards
2 Lessons
over 1 Week
Lesson 1:
Introduction to Genetics
 Learn the basic concepts of genetics such as genes, alleles, dominant and recessive traits 
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Punnett Square Practice
 Practice determining the probability of certain traits using a Punnett Square 
45 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Pre-Requisites
Students should understand the basic of genetics, such as dominant vs recessive traits, alleles, and genotypes.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
New York Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Kimberly Parinisi
Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Kimberly Parinisi
Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Jenn Riale
Washington Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Karen Lemons
Washington Teaching Certificate in Foreign Language
Karen Lemons
Washington Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
Karen Lemons
North Carolina Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Makenna Spry
Missouri Teaching Certificate
Ali Marie
Tennessee Teaching Certificate in Science
Danielle Mortimore
Master's Degree in Education from Liberty University
Karen Lemons
Master's Degree in Education from Western Governors University
Danielle Mortimore
Bachelor's Degree from Purdue University
Becky Padgett
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Philadelphia College of Bible
Kimberly Parinisi
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Millersville University
Jenn Riale
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Liberty University
Kristen Freeman
Bachelor's Degree in English from Florida State University
Karen Lemons
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Catawba College
Makenna Spry
Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education from Missouri State University
Ali Marie
Bachelor's Degree in Music from Western Connecticut State University
Blake Dahlmeyer
Bachelor's Degree in Political Science and Government from Patrick Henry College
Brian Smyth
Bachelor's Degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from Middle Tennessee State University
Danielle Mortimore
Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics from University of Northwestern - St. Paul
Kendra Mancuso
Mrs. Mortimore has a biology degree and has taught middle school and biology for over 7 years. She has a passion for genetics and predicting traits!

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$39

for 2 classes
2x per week, 1 week
45 min

Live video meetings
Ages: 13-15
3-12 learners per class

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