$15
weeklyor $75 for 5 classes
Genetics for 7-9th Grade (Live)
Ages 12-14
Live Group Course
Live video meetings
1x per week, 5 weeks
1-12 learners per class
45 min
What's included
5 live meetings
3 hrs 45 mins in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. 3-6 throughout the classProjects
Students will complete one presentation on any genetics topic they want. The presentation can be in any format, and it doesn't have to be very long. The main objective is to have fun with it and learn something new.Letter Grade
1 after class completionCertificate of Completion
1 after class completionClass Experience
US Grade 7 - 9
Beginner - Advanced Level
This 5-week 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 consist of Powerpoints made by the instructor, and they will be posted for students to follow along with. The Powerpoints have words, pictures, and discussion based questions. 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 what makes DNA
Be able to explain the process of DNA and RNA replication
Syllabus
Standards
Aligned with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)5 Lessons
over 5 WeeksLesson 1:
Intro + DNA
You are DNA! Learn about what DNA is made of and the steps of DNA replication. Learn a bit about me, the instructor, too.
45 mins online live lesson
1 assignment
Lesson 2:
RNA + mutations
Learn about types of RNA and RNA replication. We'll also cover how mutations occur in DNA and RNA, and examples of them.
45 mins online live lesson
1 assignment
Lesson 3:
Protein Synthesis
Learn about protein synthesis while doing an interactive activity about it.
45 mins online live lesson
1 assignment
Lesson 4:
Heredity
Learn about heredity and how genes are passed down. We'll do practice on Mendel's pea plant experiments too.
45 mins online live lesson
1 assignment
Other Details
Supply List
Everything will be provided by the instructor
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Meet the teacher
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from Arizona State University
I have a BS in Biological Sciences (Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior) and am currently in a doctoral program for Audiology. In my undergrad career, I have taken and excelled in genetics and genomics.
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