Friday 12/16

Learning Goal (What will we know): I can explain that organisms pass genetic information to their offspring, and genetic differences result in variations of traits.

Relevance (Why do we need to know this?): We need to understand genetics to help diagnose, treat, prevent and cure illnesses.

Success Criteria (What will we do to show that we have reached our learning goal?): 

• Pass the EdPuzzle quizzes with a score of 70% or higher 
• Complete Daily assignments and Labs

Agenda

Warm-Up: Study the Quizlet: Heredity and Genes 

1. Tree of Genetic Traits activity


Homework: Extra Credit Genetics Assignment Choices

• Build a model of DNA - find some examples here

• Handy Family Tree activity

• Make flashcards for 6 of the Quizlet vocabulary words: 
• One side of the flashcard must have the word and definition 
• The other side must have a picture and sentence using the word