Strand: Lesson:

SBI4U: Molecular Genetics History of DNA 2-day sequence

Enduring Understanding: Achievement Chart: (success criteria)

Many scientists involved in elucidating structure
& role of DNA Thinking:
DNA contains all the genetic information for any Able to examine evidence pioneering
living organism scientists in molecular genetics and
Science isnt always fair interpret the findings

Overall Expectations: Application:

D2 investigate, through laboratory activities,
the structures of cell components and their
roles in processes that occur within the cell Communication:
D3 demonstrate an understanding of concepts Use appropriate terminology related to
related to molecular genetics, and how genetic DNA replication
modification is applied in industry and
agriculture Knowledge:
Know the milestones of our development
Specific Expectations: of DNA understanding
D2.1 use appropriate terminology related to Understand current model of DNA
molecular genetics replication
D3.7 describe, on the basis of research, some
of the historical scientific contributions that
have advanced our understanding of molecular
genetics

Resources:
o Appendix 1: powerpoint slides (Teacher Resource)
o Chromebooks for both days (1 per student)
o Internet access to sapidii.com/games/OkazakisRevenge

Reading Nelson Biology 12, 4.1 & 4.2 (p206-216)

Classwork/HW 4.1.1; 4.1.4; 4.1.5; 4.1.6; 4.2.1; 4.2.3; 4.2.5; 4.2.6; 4.2.9
Review Okazakis Revenge DNA Basics sapidii.com/games/OkazakisRevenge

Focusing See slide 1 (isotopes, valence electrons, PT classification)

Timing Lesson Sequence Strategies/Activities

0-10 Focusing: complete & take up demo

10-35 To slide 14 large class discussion
group work
35-45 lecture
Socratic (Q and A)
45-70 Distribute Chromebooks, get lab work
everyone on correct website PEOE
60-65 problem solving
Okazakis Revenge: DNA Basics graphic organizer
65-75 gallery walk
think-pair-share
Day 2 Cleanup; assign HW jigsaw
0-5
placemat
fishbone
5-30 Review slide 14
four corners
30-45 To slide 24 note taking
word wall
Discussion about sexism in science worksheet
45-60 (slide 25) video
computer assisted
60-75 To slide 29 activity
case study
Okazakis Revenge: DNA Basics research
inquiry activity

Assessment (of/for/as): of: Classwork questions (slide 8)

for: Punnett Square focusing activity
as: anecdotal observations and discussion feedback
of: HW check

Accommodations/Modifications:

Reflections (what worked): Reflections

(improvement/replacement):