Curated OER
Insect Biology and Ecology: A Primer
Students explore insects and closely related organisms. They examine the growth and development of a lady beetle. Students classify insects and organize them. They investigate pest management.
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Oak Ridge National Laboratory: Behavioral Genetics
A useful introduction from the Oak Ridge National Laboratory on the study of how genetics and behavior are linked. Many useful resource links are included.
W. W. Norton
W. W. Norton & Company: How Humans Evolved
This provides access to a webbook about How Humans Evolved. The following topics are covered: (1) How Evolution Works, (2) Primate Behavior and Ecology, (3) The History of Human Lineage, and (4) Evolution and Modern Humans. Each chapter...
PBS
Pbs: Our Genes, Our Choices
Student teams research human behavior and explore whether traits are inherited only by genetic inheritance or if environmental factors can play a role as well.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Life Science: 10.25 Primates and Humans
Understand the genetic similarities between humans and primates.
Lumen Learning
Lumen: Boundless Psychology: Nature vs. Nurture
Study what roles genetics and the environment play in human behavioral development. This is a learning module which includes the reading assignment, a quiz, and PowerPoint program.
Curated OER
Smithsonian Nmnh: What Does It Mean to Be Human, Human Evolution Evidence
What does it mean to become human? This brilliant and detailed resource examines early man's behavior, including information on stone tools he used, burial, clothing, and shelter. Find information on genetics including human skin color...
DOGO Media
Dogo News: Scientists Say Being 'Hangry' Is Normal
Article reports on the science behind being "hangry" - a term that refers to the grumpiness that often accompanies hunger. Includes video.
Discovery Education
Discovery Education: Twins
This lesson encourages students to explore the phenomenon of identical twins, with emphasis on behavioral as well as genetic aspects. Teachers will appreciate extension activities, suggested readings, and links in addition to lesson plan...