DNA, Genes, and Mutations Middle School - This Introductory Biology lesson is specifically designed for Middle School science and covers the NGSS MS–LS3-1 Standard. It is meant to be done over 2-3 days. It describes why structural changes to genes (mutations) located on chromosomes may affect proteins and may result in harmful, beneficial, or neutral effects to the structure and function of the organism.

The lesson content includes:

• What DNA and chromosomes are
• What genes are
• Common genetic features
• What proteins are
• How does changing DNA change proteins
• Mutations - what they are and what causes them
• Mutations - harmful, beneficial, or neutral effects
• Sickle cell anemia

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The focus of the lesson is the understanding that changes in genetic material may result in making different proteins. which leads to mutations but does not include specific changes at the molecular level, mechanisms for protein synthesis, or specific types of mutations.

NGSS: The material is all explained at the appropriate level using simplified terminology and examples. The emphasis is on the law of conservation of matter using physical models and drawings. It does not include specific changes at the molecular level, mechanisms for protein synthesis, or specific types of mutations.

This lesson package includes the lesson (student and teacher versions), SIX embedded videos, lots of good colorful diagrams, a student lesson handout as a document, and an auto-graded, 4-question Exit Ticket via Google Forms.

Included in the lesson package:

• The teacher version of the presentation
• The student version of the presentation
• SIX embedded videos
• An auto-graded Exit Ticket
• Student lesson handout

The student version of the presentation contains multiple blanks that need to be filled in throughout the lesson. These blanks are conveniently underlined and bolded on the teacher copy. I have found this to be the most effective means of keeping my students engaged and active without having them write everything out. This also leaves more time for discussion and activities.

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Exit Ticket

Included in your package is an Exit Ticket which can be directly accessed from the last Google Slide. Additionally, your purchase will create a copy of the Google Form Exit Ticket which you can edit to meet your class needs.

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