What's in Your Genes? - Intro to Genetics (Self Paced)
Mrs. Dawn Huffman, Certified Teacher
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(439)
Students will be amazed as they discover how traits are inherited!
Class experience
US Grade 6 - 9
This course will help students discover the role cellular reproduction plays in genetic variation/diversity. This course is filled with engaging, hands-on learning and will help prepare students for Biology in high school. All lessons are taught through recorded lessons. This course will include presentations, guided notes, videos, reading, writing, graphic organizers, foldables, labs, and demonstrations. I'm a firm believer in creating engaging learning experiences. Meeting 1: ...
7 lessons//7 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Asexual vs Sexual ReproductionThis lesson compares asexual and sexual cell reproduction. Asexual makes clones, seen in bacteria or mitosis. Sexual, like in animals and plants, mixes genes. We'll discuss pros and cons: asexual is fast but lacks variety, while sexual is diverseWeek 2Lesson 2MitosisStep into the microscopic world of cell division lesson on mitosis! Discover how a single cell splits into two identical ones, diving deep into the mesmerizing phases like prophase, metaphase, anaphase, and telophase. Through cool visuals and hands-on activities, you'll unravel the secrets of how cells grow, repair, and even replicate in organisms. Get ready for an adventure in the tiny realm of mitosis!Week 3Lesson 3MeiosisEmbark on an exciting journey into the world of genetics with our lesson on meiosis! Explore how cells divide twice to create unique offspring. Dive into the phases of meiosis, discover genetic diversity, and unlock the mysteries of inheritance. Get ready for a thrilling exploration of life's blueprint!Week 4Lesson 4Intro to Genetics & Structure of DNAGet ready to unlock the secrets of life itself in our lesson on genetics and DNA structure! Dive into the fascinating world of genes, chromosomes, and DNA molecules. Explore the double helix structure, learn how traits are inherited, and uncover the blueprint of all living organisms. Get ready for a mind-blowing journey into the code of life!Week 5Lesson 5Genotype, Phenotype & Punnett SquaresIn this captivating lesson, unravel the genetic code with genotype, phenotype, and Punnett squares! Discover how genes determine traits, from eye color to hair texture. Dive into Punnett squares to predict offspring traits. Get ready for a thrilling adventure into the genetics playground!Week 6Lesson 6Pedigree Charts & Traits LabEmbark on a genetic detective journey ias we study pedigree charts and conduct a traits lab to explore dominant and recessive genes. Get ready for an exciting genetics adventure with real-world applications!Week 7Lesson 7Genetic Disorders & MutationsDelve into the intriguing world of genetic disorders and mutations. Explore how DNA changes lead to genetic disorders. Investigate the impact of mutations on traits and health. Get ready for a thought-provoking journey into genetics and human health!
I've been teaching middle school comprehensive science for four years and I taught 5th-grade science prior to moving to middle school. I currently help design activities that support the 7th & 8th-grade curriculum for all of the science teachers. I will be incorporating reading and writing in this science course as well. I have a master's degree in reading and writing, and I am a firm believer in reading and writing in the content area.
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
The course will cover cellular reproduction, which will include asexual reproduction (mitosis) and sexual reproduction (meiosis). If you have any questions about the content, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(439)
“If a child can't learn the way we teach, maybe we should teach the way they learn.” – Ignacio Estrada I am a certified teacher and a math & science instructional coach. I began my teaching career as a 5th-grade elementary teacher in Illinois in...
Self-Paced Class
$8
weekly or $55 for all content7 pre-recorded lessons
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1 year of access to the content
Completed by 67 learners
Ages: 11-15
