A.      DNA and RNA (Individual Activity)

          Use the chart to compare and contrast DNA and RNA

B.      Protein Synthesis (Individual Activity)

          Create a storyboard explaining protein synthesis with notes and diagrams.

C.      Mitosis vs. Meiosis

          1.      Create Cell Cycle Booklet. Include labeled diagrams and notes for each phase.

          2.      Create a Meiosis labeled diagram with notes.

          3.      Compare and contrast mitosis and meiosis in a chart.  (Click here for example.)

D.      Genetics Vocabulary (Individual Activity)

          Create a pictionary including terms, notes and pictures.

Terms:  allele, dihybrid, diploid, dominant, gamete, gene, genotype, haploid, heterozygous, homozygous, monohybrid, phenotype, recessive, trait, Law of Dominance, Law of Segregation, and Law of Independent assortment.

E.      Punnett Square (Individual Activity)

          Complete Punnett Square activity

F.      Mutations (Individual Activity)

          Complete Two Columns Notes (Click here for example.)

G.      DNA Technology in forensics, medicine, and agriculture and Genetic Engineering (Paired Activitiy)

After reading about the concepts, choose one of the following RAFTs and complete the assignment based upon whether you approve of the use of the technology or not.

          If you approve of the technology, complete the following RAFT.

          Role-Ad agency

          Audience-the Public

          Format—Newspaper Ad promoting the use of this technology

          Topic—DNA Technology

          If you disapprove of the use of DNA technology, complete the following RAFT.

          Role—Concerned Constituent (Voter)

          Audience—US Senator

          Format—Letter requesting a bill (law) against the use of this technology

          Topic—DNA Technology

H.      Class Review Activity