Genetics
Notebook Set-Up
Set up your new notebook!!! Each handout is in the downloads, and there are images to show you how to put them in your notebook. Feel free to come in during Seminar if you need help.
Genetics 1: The Great Cell Cycle
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Lesson 1: Types of Cells
Objective: Describe the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells
1/10: 3°
1/11: 5°, 1°, 2°
Make sure your notebook is set up! Put in your Genetics 1 TOC before you start working.
Copy the G1L1 Notes into your notebook.
Follow the "Microscope Drawing Rubric" to create three "microscope drawings" in your notebook based on the images included at the end of the notes.
Lesson 2: DNA Structure
Objective: Create a model to show the structure of DNA
1/11: 3°, 5°
1/12: 1°, 2°
Complete the Chpt 8.2 Reading Questions in your notebook using the text. Answer in complete sentences.
Complete a model of DNA. After you make your model, answer the Assessment Questions at the end of the assignment sheet in your notebook using complete sentences.
Lesson 3: DNA Replication
Objective: Outline the steps a cell takes to replicate DNA
1/13: 3°
1/17: 5°, 1°, 2°
Copy the G1L3 Notes into your notebook.
Using your notes as a guide, create a comic using no less than three frames showing the process of DNA Replication
Lesson 4: Chromosome Structure
Objective: Create a model to show how DNA and proteins create chromosomes
1/18: 3°, 5°
1/20: 1°, 2°
Complete the Chpt 5.2 Reading Questions in your notebook using the text. Answer in complete sentences.
Complete a model of a chromosome. You will need two paper clips, two meters of yarn, and a rubber band. Come in during Seminar if you need these supplies. After you make your model, answer the Assessment Questions at the end of the assignment sheet in your notebook using complete sentences.
Lesson 5: Mitosis
Objective: Create a model to show how chromosomes are divided during mitosis
1/23: 3°, 5°
1/24: 1°, 2°
Copy the G1L5 Notes into your notebook.
Using the template, create a Flipbook that shows the process of Mitosis. Due next class.
Lesson 6: Levels of Organization
Objective: Show how cells in eukaryotic organisms work together to form an organism
1/24: 3°
1/25: 5°, 1°, 2°
We took notes detailing the different levels of organization in class. As a make up, please head over to EdPuzzle and complete the assignment.
Lesson 7: Quiz Day! and Vocab
Objective: Show what you know!
1/26: 3°, 5°
1/27: 1°, 2°
Please sign up and come in during Seminar to take your Quiz.
Using the vocabulary words on the assignment, create a vocabulary foldable to place in your notebook.
Lesson 8: Meiosis
Objective: Create a visual aid to help show the stages of meiosis
1/27: 3°
1/30: 5°, 1°, 2°
Copy the G1L8 Notes into your notebook.
In your notebook, create four Venn diagrams. Label each set as a stage of Meiosis, with each circle representing either I or II. In the diagram, compare and contrast the stages. See the end of the notes for an example.
Lesson 9: Traits, Genes, and Alleles
Objective: Infer an individual's genotype based on their phenotypes
1/31: 3°, 5°
2/1: 1°, 2°
Copy the G1L9 Notes into your notebook.
Visit EdPuzzle for the Human Traits Activity Make-Up.
Lesson 10: Monohybrids
Objective: Use a Punnett square to show possible gamete combinations
2/1: 3°
2/2: 5°, 1°, 2°
Copy the G1L10 Notes into your notebook.
Print out and complete the SpongeBob Practice Pages. Due next class.
Lesson 11: Martian Babies
Objective: Use a model to show how genes are independently assorted to create offspring.
2/3: 3°, 5°
2/6: 1°, 2°
Complete the Martian Babies Activity. Come in during Seminar if you need help
Lesson 12: Exam Day!
Objective: Show what you know!
2/6: 3°
2/7: 5°, 1°, 2°
Sign up to come in during Seminar to take your exam. You have two weeks from this original test date.
Genetics 2: Of Germs and Genes
Lesson 13: Sex-Linked Traits
Objective: Describe how males are more likely to show a sex-linked disorder over females
2/8: 3°, 5°
2/9: 1°, 2°
Copy the G2L1 Notes into your notebook.
Complete the "Sex-Linked Activity" in your notebook. Come in during Seminar if you need to borrow any supplies.
Lesson 14: Incomplete Dominance
Objective: Decipher how alleles can show different expressions
2/9: 3°
2/10: 5°, 1°, 2°
Copy the G2L1 Notes into your notebook.
Complete the "Fingerprint Activity" in your notebook. Come in during Seminar if you need to borrow any supplies.
Lesson 15: Codominance
Objective: Explain how certain genes may be shown equally and separately
2/13: 3°, 5°
2/14: 1°, 2°
Complete the "Blood Typing Make Up" in your notebook. Come in during Seminar if you need to borrow any supplies.
Lesson 16: Genetics with Bunnies
Objective: Use a model to show how phenotypes can affect survival
2/14: 3°
2/15: 5°, 1°, 2°
Complete the "Bunnies Make Up" in your notebook. Come in during Seminar if you need to borrow any supplies.
Lesson 17: Pedigrees
Objective: Create a pedigree to trace phenotypes in a family
2/16: 3°, 5°
2/17: 1°, 2°
Copy the G2L5 Notes into your notebook.
Complete the "Pedigree Worksheet" in your notebook. Come in during Seminar if you need to borrow any supplies.
Lesson 18: Karyotypes
Objective: Use a karyotype to show changes in chromosomes
2/17: 3°
2/21: 5°, 1°, 2°
Copy the G2L6 Notes into your notebook.
Complete the "Karyotypes" in your notebook. Come in during Seminar if you need to borrow any supplies.
Lesson 19: Quiz Day! and Transcription
Objective: Explain how mRNA is made from DNA
2/22: 3°, 5°
2/23: 1°, 2°
Come in during Seminar to take your quiz!
Copy the G2L7 Notes into your notebook.
Lesson 20: Translation
Objective: Describe the steps a cell takes to create proteins
2/23: 3°
2/27: 5°
2/28: 1°, 2°
Copy the G2L8 Notes into your notebook.
Complete the Protein Synthesis EdPuzzle. Take notes
Lesson 21: Mutations
Objective: Explain how changes in DNA or chromosomes can affect phenotypes
2/28: 3°
3/1: 5°, 1°, 2°
Copy the G2L10 Notes into your notebook.
Complete the Mutations EdPuzzle. Take notes in your notebook. Due next class.
Lesson 22: Exam Day!
Objective: Show me what you know!
3/2: 3°, 5°
3/3: 1°, 2°
Sign up to come in during Seminar to take your exam. You have two weeks from this original test date.
Genetics 3: Lord of the Genes
Lesson 23: GMO Project
Objective: Explain what a GMO is and how they are created.
3/3: 3°
3/6: 5°, 1°, 2°
Complete BOTH Part 1 and Part 2 sections of the GMO Project. Both of these parts are aimed at learning about GMOs.
Lesson 24: GMO Individual Research
Objective: Describe what GMOs are and how they are part of our society today
3/8: 3°, 5°
3/9: 1°, 2°
Using your assigned GMO (as found in Infinite Campus), complete Part 3 of your GMO Project
Lesson 25: GMO Project Building a GMO
Objective: Create a GMO fit for society
3/9: 3°
3/10: 5°, 1°, 2°
Working with a partner (or solo if you'd prefer), start creating your GMO while filling out Part 4.
Lesson 26: GMO Project Poster
Objective: Create a GMO fit for society
3/14: 3°, 5°
3/15: 1°, 2°
Create a poster to "sell" your GMO to your peers. Follow the instructions given.
Lesson 27: GMO Project Presentation
Objective: Create a GMO fit for society
3/15: 3°
3/16: 5°, 1°, 2°
You will be presenting to a group of your peers. If you are absent for this, you will have to create a "video" to send to Ms. Stewart. See you then!