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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

How Cells Duplicate and Why, Where Something Can Go Wrong

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders study cell division. They examine the role of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA), and how and why it must replicate, is essential to comprehending how our genetic patterns are transmitted to new cells.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Protein Synthesis: Transcription

For Students 9th - Higher Ed
In this transcription worksheet, students color in a drawing of a DNA molecule that is going through the process of transcription.
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Activity
Howard Hughes Medical Institute

Biodiversity and Evolutionary Trees

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Compare what shells look like on the outside with what makes that happen on the inside. Scholars begin by sorting an various seashells by their physical characteristics into phylogenetic trees. They then conduct a DNA comparison of...
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Activity
Howard Hughes Medical Institute

Molecular Genetics of Color Mutations in Rock Pocket Mice

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Can you identify mutations just by viewing DNA sequences? Scholars apply prior knowledge of DNA sequences to do just that in an engaging activity. They transcribe and translate genes, thus identifying the locations of mutations. Then,...
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Unit Plan
North Carolina State University

Exploring Genetics Across the Middle School Science and Math Curricula

For Students 6th - 8th Standards
Where is a geneticist's favorite place to swim? A gene pool. Young geneticists complete hands-on activities, experiments, and real-world problem solving throughout the unit. With extra focus on dominant and recessive genes, Punnett...
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Lesson Plan
Virginia Department of Education

Viruses

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Germs, parasites, and viruses, oh my! Facilitate a lesson on viruses as individuals explore functions of Archaea, Bacteria, and Eukarya. They learn how viruses compare with other organisms in nature and how they contribute to health...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

What is Forensic Science? Website and Worksheets

For Teachers 5th - 6th
In this science website and worksheets, students read the definitions and applications of forensic science. They read about DNA, fingerprints, and handwriting analysis. They carry out an ink chromatography experiment and record the...
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Meiosis Worksheet

For Students 9th - 12th
These two pages cover the gamut of topics regarding reproduction and DNA replication. Structures, processes, functions, and reasons for them are tested here. The questions are mostly multiple choice, but there are also a few...
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Introductory Bacteria and Virus Worksheet

For Students 9th - 12th
Compare and contrast eukaryotes, prokaryotes, and viruses with a chart and a Venn diagram. Beginning microbiologists consider motility, reproductive ability, DNA content, and the presence of organelles. They write short answers to...
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PPT
Curated OER

Mutations

For Teachers 9th - Higher Ed
After studying DNA replication and the genetics of inheritance, this slide show is useful for explaining specific mutations that can happen and result in an illness. Sickle cell anemia, and cystic fibrosis are explained on a genetic...
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PPT
Curated OER

Mutations

For Teachers 9th - Higher Ed
The basics of mutation types and some potential effects of those are described and diagrammed here. Each detail is very clear and includes the labels and translation change exhibited. A great slideshow to expand on DNA replication issues.
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Handout
National Institute of Open Schooling

Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Although their name makes them sound dangerous or toxic, carboxylic acids are found throughout nature in things such as citric acid, vinegar, and even in your DNA. Through detailed readings, discussions, and answering questions...
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Activity
Howard Hughes Medical Institute

Natural Selection and the Evolution of Darwin's Finches

For Teachers 6th - 12th Standards
Darwin explained the connection between species of finches 150 years before scientists understood DNA. Technology and progressing science proved he was right, yet many struggle to understand how natural selection happens. Scholars use...
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Interactive
Howard Hughes Medical Institute

RNA Diversity

For Students 9th - 12th
Messenger RNA, transfer RNA, and ribozymes ... the many faces of RNA. The structure of RNA makes it much more versatile than the very similar DNA. Learners view a slideshow presentation to learn all about the different forms and...
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Interactive
Howard Hughes Medical Institute

Bacterial Quorum Sensing

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
The marine bacteria vibrio harveyi helps with DNA repair in humans. Understanding how to manipulate and genetically mutate this bacteria fascinates researchers. Young scientists observe two different mutations, predict the resulting...
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PPT
Biology Junction

Genetic Problems

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
In a world of DNA testing popularity, understanding how to solve basic genetic problems allows scholars to better understand and interpret test results. They work through many different types of genetic problems using statistics, Punnett...
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PPT
Biology Junction

Kingdom: Fungi

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Based on DNA, fungi relate more closely to animals than to plants. This new scientific knowledge shifted the world view of scientists and opened up new classifications. Viewers learn about fungi's place in evolution, in the tree of life,...
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Activity
Howard Hughes Medical Institute

The Molecular Evolution of Gene Birth and Death

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
More than 90 percent of humans' DNA doesn't code for anything! Scholars watch a presentation as they answer questions relating to gene mutations. They read details, watch videos, and view animations supporting the concepts. The questions...
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Activity
Howard Hughes Medical Institute

Mapping Genes to Traits in Dogs Using SNPs

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Genetic analysis has gone to the dogs! Learners use real DNA information collected from dog saliva to study the relationship between genotypes and phenotypes. They analyze alleles to determine correlations to coat color, length, and...
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PPT
Curated OER

Genetics

For Teachers 10th - 12th
An interesting PowerPoint which provides the main facts, definitions, and terminology necessary for understanding DNA. It also presents summaries of the processes involved with DNA replication and the application of protein isolation and...
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Replication, Transcription and Translation Review

For Students 9th - 12th
How well do your pupils understand DNA, mRNA, and amino acids? This three-page handout will help you assess their comprehension through sequencing questions, fill in the blanks, and labeling diagrams.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Pete And Repeat

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students draw a picture of a person from popular culture, then "clone" it using printing techniques in this Art lesson that tackles the questions surrounding cloning, DNA, and current scientific techniques. An emphasis is placed on the...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Protein Factory

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students discuss the steps of protein synthesis before acting out the process as a class. They are assigned specific roles and receive an instruction card and get materials listed in order to perform their role. Students switch roles...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Protein Synthesis

For Teachers 4th - 7th
In this science related worksheet, students study, locate and answer ten multiple choice questions dealing with protein synthesis.

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