Genetics and Inheritance

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Patterns of inheritance, Mendelian genetics, variation of traits, pedigrees

Reebops: A “Model” Organism for Teaching Genetic Concepts
Lesson
Students create imaginary creatures, called “Reebops,” to explore the relationships between genes and inherited traits.

Grades: 3-5 6-8 9-12
X or Y: Does It Make a Difference?
Lesson
Students learn and describe the functional differences between X and Y chromosomes, and explain the significance of these differences in the human genome.

Grades: 9-12

Introduction to Inherited Traits
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What determines the physical and biological characteristics of an individual organism, and how are these traits passed from one generation to the next? In this presentation, Dr. McNeel describes the basics of genetic inheritance.
Introduction to Mendelian Genetics
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Mendel used experimental approaches to characterize a particulate model of inheritance. In doing so, he developed the three Laws of Inheritance. Examine how Mendel made his important discoveries.
Introduction to Pedigrees
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A pedigree shows how a trait is inherited over several generations. Dr. Lisa Meffert explains why pedigrees are important, and the key factors scientists consider when studying pedigrees.