Genetics for 6-8th Grade
In this class, students grades 6-8 will learn about the basics of genetics, including DNA, heredity, traits, and gene mutations. There will be videos, assignments and activities to keep students engaged while still learning.
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What's included
4 pre-recorded lessons
2 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentAssignments
1 hour per week. 3-6 throughout the classLetter Grade
1 after class completionCertificate of Completion
1 after class completionClass Experience
US Grade 6 - 8
This self paced class allows students to explore topics in genetics. Topics that will be covered include: what makes DNA, DNA and RNA replication, DNA mutations, protein synthesis, genes and alleles, Mendel's experiments with pea plants, Punnett squares, and how genetic information is passed down to the next generation. This class will have videos made by the instructor and Powerpoints for students to follow along with. Although supplemental material is given, the assignments are based on the videos and Powerpoints only. The assignments are designed to allow the student to interact with the material, rather than just trying to memorize.
Learning Goals
Be familiar with the basic concepts of genetics.
Syllabus
4 Lessons
over 2 WeeksLesson 1:
DNA
You are DNA! Learn about DNA and DNA replication. 1 assignment
12 mins of video lessons
Lesson 2:
RNA
Learn about types of RNA and RNA replication. 1 assignment
Lesson 3:
Proteins
Learn about protein synthesis, and how mutations occur in DNA and RNA. 1 assignment
6 mins of video lessons
Lesson 4:
How Genetic Information is Passed Down
Learn about heredity and how genes are passed down. 2 assignments
15 mins of video lessons
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External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
https://www.yourgenome.org/theme/what-happens-in-dna-replication/#:~:text=DNA%20replication%20involves%20three%20main%20steps%3A%20initiation%2C%20elongation%20and%20termination.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK21114/
https://flexbooks.ck12.org/cbook/ck-12-middle-school-life-science-2.0/section/3.10/primary/lesson/mutations-ms-ls/
https://www.khanacademy.org/science/ms-biology/x0c5bb03129646fd6:inheritance-and-variation/x0c5bb03129646fd6:chromosomes/e/understand-chromosomes
Joined September, 2024
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from Arizona State University
I have a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences (Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior). Reviews
Self-Paced Course
$13
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2 weeks of teacher support
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Ages: 11-13
