Week 8 Blog

 


This week in lab we checked on our fast plants and determined what phase of their life cycle they are in. We then reviewed and learned more about the central dogma, genetics, and genetic mutations. I learned that there are three types of genetic mutations: insertion, deletion, and substitutions. We explored these types of mutations through a super hero activity. Furthermore, I found it interesting to use the stimulations to visualize the process of DNA transcription into mRNA and how it then develops into proteins. It was especially interesting to incorporate genetic mutations and watch how that affected the process. 


I will be able to apply much of what we learned to my future teaching. Due to our class activities, I can visualize how mutations affect the DNA transcription and translation processes, therefore I can better explain these concepts to my future students. The super hero activity especially supported my understanding, and is an activity I would use in my classroom. I think this activity would keep students engaged. They would also enjoy connecting science to super heroes, ultimately deepening their understanding. Overall, the information from this week will help me better teach genetics in a way that students can connect to and understand. 


One question I have after this week is, how can we teach genetics to foster an interdisciplinary understanding among our students? 

Comments

  1. Megan SimonMarch 12, 2025 at 12:53 PM

    Hi Carly, I believe the mutation simulation is a great visual for students to see DNA and how the transcription and translation process works. This is definitely something I will use in my classroom. I also really enjoyed the superhero activity. This activity helped my understanding, so I know it would be great for my future students as well.

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  2. Kamryn Becker - Elementary Science Methods 1March 12, 2025 at 2:59 PM

    Hi Carly! I think students would LOVE connecting science to superhero's. The activity we did in class would support students learning while also incorporating student interests. This is something that would be super cool to use in my future classroom and then possibly adding on to it by having students draw their superhero's. Then showcasing those superhero's within the classroom!

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  3. Ellie BehrensMarch 13, 2025 at 9:33 AM

    It's great to hear that the lab activities and superhero simulation helped you visualize the process of DNA transcription, translation, and mutations! I agree that it was helpful to have these activities. It sounds like you're making strong connections between the content and how to apply it in your future classroom.

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  4. BellaMarch 13, 2025 at 1:11 PM

    Hi Carly! It’s clear that you gained knowledge about genetics and mutations and thought deeply about how to apply this understanding to your future teaching. I like how you highlighted the superhero activity as both a way to solidify your own learning and a potential tool for engaging your future students.

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