Format
1. Definition of key terms
2. Brief Discussion of Genetics
2. Discussion of Mutations
3. Discussion of Selective Breeding in Animals
4. Connection of Principles of Genetics to the Modern Zoo
Objectives
Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:
1.) Define key terms in genetics: Genetics, Inheritance, DNA, & Genes
2.) Compare and Contrast mutations, deciding which may result in harmful, beneficial, or neutral effects to the structure and function of the organism
3.) Discuss the advantages of selective breeding in influencing the transfer of genetic information for captive animal populations.
4.) Demonstrate understanding of selective breeding principles by solving a mock Species Survival Plan.
Standards Alignment
National Standards
NS.9-12.3: Life Science: Biological evolution & Molecular basis of heredity LS3.A: Inheritance of Traits
LS3.B: Variation of Traits
State Standards
South Carolina Science
B-4 (2005 Standard)
H.B.4 (2014 Standard)
NGSS:
MS-LS1-5: From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes
MS-LS3-1: Heredity: Inheritance and Variation of Traits
HS-LS1-1: From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes
HS-LS4-1 & 2: Biological Evolution: Unity and Diversity
ISTE 1: Empowered Learner
ISTE 7: Global Collaborator
ISTE 6: Creative Communicator