This Week in Biology (Oct 19-23)
Dear Parents and students,
There was a lot going on this past week with homecoming. 70’s, 80’s, and 90’s days reminded us all of the past. The coolest part may have been the Delorean that showed up to take the students back to the future. It was a reminder of a time when technology was not as prolific or advanced as it is now. The students really have no idea how amazingly privileged they are to have the knowledge of the world accessible to them at any moments notice. The internet has revolutionized learning. The Biology students constantly use technology to do research. I remember when we were limited to the resources in our library!
Here is our class schedule for the week:
Read 3.9 Human Chromosomes
Notes and Practice: 3.10 Genetic Linkage
Genetic Linkage Investigation
Read 3.11 Mendelian Inheritance
Notes and Practice: 3.12 Genetic Disorders
Genetic Disorder Project
Notes and Practice: 3.13 Biotechnology
Design a product that uses biotechnology. What does it do? How does it work?
Illustrate the product and explain its purpose.
Notes and Practice: 3.14 Biotechnology Applications
Research applications for biotechnology. Write a 200 word essay detailing the current and potential applications for biotechnology.
Notes and Practice: 3.15 Ethical, Legal, and Social Issues in Biotechnology
BIOTECH PROJECT:
Research ethical issues in biotechnology. Write a position paper explaining your view on specific applications that you find unethical. Make sure to document your sources.
Instructional videos for each day are found in your CK-12 reading.
All Practices must be completed with at least 80% accuracy to receive credit.
All work is due Friday by 3:30 PM
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I would love to hear any feedback or questions you or your student may have. Feel free to contact me via email at any time.
Thank you again for sharing your wonderful student with us this year,
Chris Newton
Biology
San Tan Charter High School
cnewton@santancharterschool.com
