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Birds, bees, flowers, trees ... and Funisia dorothea? Biology scholars journey back in time to discover more about the history of sexual reproduction. The video, one of many in a biology playlist, covers our earliest eukaryotic ancestor, pros and cons of both types of reproduction, and how chromosomes are passed to new generations of organisms.
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Instructional Ideas
- Use the video to add some flair to a reproduction unit
- Expand the lesson by having the class learn more about Funisia dorothea with a research-based article
Classroom Considerations
- Review basic meiosis and mitosis terms with younger viewers before starting the video
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- The video is lighthearted but very informative
- Phylogenic trees aid in conveying the relationships between eukaryotic ancestors
Cons
- None