This activity is a case study that draws from the work of Yoshiura et al (2006), where a single base substitution in the ABCC11 gene can result in phenotypic change in earwax consistency. A New York Times article discussing this study is used as the main reading of this activity, as it discusses the case without using key terminology and without specifically explaining the genetics behind the...

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In this activity (app. 25 min), students are introduced to CRISPRs (clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeats) and explore how these are used to edit genomes, not only at the individual level, but, potentially, of at the level of the population. The activity contains a mixture of lecture and questioning, with a culminating activity that clearly demonstrates to students the...

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This module provides a "skill check" with questions for students to gauge their general understanding of Mendelian (classical) genetics. Also contained are four content modules on the following: Mendelian genetics Carbohydrates Variations on Mendelian genetics Chromosomal basis of genetics Molecular basis of genetics Content modules include videos, articles, figures, and illustrations...

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This site contains 19 video lessons, each containing skill checks, videos, and articles. . Topics include Respiration, Photosynthesis, Evolution and natural selection, cell division, Heredity and genetics, etc.

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These are a series of workshops designed to help students connect biological concepts from lecture to the SEA-PHAGES lab experience.

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