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Many people oppose genetically modified foods yet support selective breeding in dogs. Learn about the similarities and differences through a short presentation that features many video clips. It covers natural selection, artificial selection, and the speed at which evolution occurs due to each variation.
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Instructional Ideas
- Track the selection process for certain breeds of dogs and discuss which features people wanted and which they did not
- Debate the ethics of creating new species, such as ligers, through artificial selection
Classroom Considerations
- Relies on prior knowledge of genes, evolution, Darwin, natural selection, and artificial selection
Pros
- Engaging videos help viewers stay focused
- Works well in a traditional or flipped classroom
Cons
- None