X Is for Wonderment - Understanding the Role of the X Chromosome in Human Genetics

Abstract:

In this lesson, students read a "job description" of motherhood and reflect on its meaning and accuracy. In groups, they research and make and present posters about a sex-linked genetic condition and evaluate possible hereditary scenarios by drawing Punnett squares. Finally, they write a short essay explaining how sex might be genetically linked to certain descriptors.

Subject:

Humanities, Science and Technology

Grade Level:

Primary, Secondary

Collection:

New York Times