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Cell Biology, DNA, & Genetics: Featuring the Alien Genetics Lab! (HS)
Stephanie Newton, BSc
Average rating:4.8Number of reviews:(85)
Learn about Cells, Cell Division, DNA, Genetics, & Punnett Squares with Nearpod Interactive Slides and diagrams you can label while listening to recordings. Tie it all together with the Alien Genetics Lab!
Class experience
US Grade 8 - 11
Beginner Level
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
Aligned with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)
In this 4-lesson self-paced/pre-recorded course, learners will learn about cells, cell division, DNA, genetics, and Punnett Squares via lecture videos clips interspersed between Nearpod Interactive Slides (to help learners stay engaged and have fun!). The class will culminate with the popular Alien Genetics Lab where they will learn how traits are passed down by drawing aliens using traits based on their Punnett Squares. **Each of the first 3 lessons includes**: 1. Lecture video clips...
4 lessons//4 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Animal CellsAnimal Cells Nearpod Interactive Slides (including Lesson 1 Quiz) Animal Cell Diagram PrintableWeek 2Lesson 2Cellular Respiration, Cell DivisionCellular Respiration, Cell Division (Mitosis and Meiosis) Nearpod Interactive Slides (including Lesson 2 Quiz) Meiosis Diagram PrintableWeek 3Lesson 3Punnett Squares, DNA & GeneticsDNA and Genetics Nearpod Interactive Slides (including Lesson 3 Quiz) DNA Escape RoomWeek 4Lesson 4Punnett Squares/Alien Genetics ProjectPunnett Squares/Alien Project Nearpod Interactive Slides (including Lesson 4 Quiz) Alien Project Printable
Learners will know the structure and function of cell organelles, understand the synergistic relationship between cellular respiration and photosynthesis, know the steps of cell division (mitosis and meiosis), be able to "code" DNA (ATCG), and understand how traits are passed down (utilizing Punnett Squares to observe trends). Learners will be able to apply their understanding of genetics by creating an Alien Family!
I have a BS degree in Nutrition and Food Science (pre-med track) from Florida State University. After working as a pharmaceutical sales representative, I later became a certified middle school science teacher and taught middle school science in the Florida public school system for 5 years. I have since been an online teacher since 2018. I'm also a mom to a homeschool graduate and a current high school student :)
Homework Offered
The Alien Genetics Project will take 1-2 hours. Lesson quizzes are offered at the end of each lesson. Homework is optional (although all work in a flex class is "homework" :).0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
The Alien Genetics Project will be graded. Lesson quizzes are offered at the end of each lesson.Grades Offered
All work turned in to me will receive feedback and a grade. Contact me if you would like me to total a cumulative grade at the end of the course.
Video clips are interspersed between engaging Nearpod Interactive Slides. Flexible deadline schedule. Homework is optional.
Paper and colored pencils for Meiosis Diagram and Alien Genetics Project.
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Meiosis is cell division of reproductive cells. These terms will be used in this class: egg, sperm, reproductive cells, offspring.
Nearpod.com, Youtube.com, CK12.org (no accounts of passwords required for these resources)
Average rating:4.8Number of reviews:(85)
Hello, welcome to my "classroom" :). My classes are listed below, but first...a little about me! I am a certified middle school science teacher and taught for 5 years in the public school classroom. My educational background is in...
Self-Paced Class
$18
weekly or $72 for all content4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks of teacher support
Choose your start date
1 year of access to the content
Ages: 13-18
