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** Appendix A: Lesson Script ** __Day One__ : Introduction: To start the class, show the first few slides (slides 1-5) of the Power Point Presentation of Notes referring to the relationships between DNA, chromosomes, and genes. Ask several questions regarding this material to ensure student understanding prior to moving on to the new material. This material is review and students should be expected to answer correctly any questions asked. (5-10 min.)

Body: Once students are refreshed regarding past information, move on to the new vocabulary (slides 6 and 7). At this time, hand out vocabulary worksheets to students. They should use these to write down definitions during note taking. Slides 8-13 will be presented linking prior knowledge to new knowledge. There are questions in these slides that should be asked to verify student understanding. Slides 14-17 will introduce gene mapping. There is a link on slide 17 that provides some great examples to work through as a class. Explain and work through the examples at this time. The examples are good preparation for tomorrow’s Web Quest activities. The presentation will then continue with an introduction to genetic disorders and mutations (slides 18 and 19) which will be followed up with a brief introduction and explanation of different genetic engineering techniques (slide 20). Initiate a brief discussion about some possible consequences of some of these techniques as well as potential ethical issues. (25-30 min.)

Conclusion: Slide 21contains a link to a Teacher Tube video that should be played at this time. The video contains a few references regarding assignments that do not pertain to this class, but the song and content in the rest of the video should get students thinking about the ethical debates that go on relating to genetic research. Following the video, students will be given their homework assignment (slide 22 has the specifications). At this time, distribute the Homework Activity 1 handouts to students and determine their understanding of the assignment by having them ask questions for clarification. (10-15 min.)

__Day Two__ : Introduction: The class period will begin with a brief review and question/answer session regarding gene mapping techniques we discussed the prior class period. Students will then be assigned a partner to work with them on the Web Quest/gene mapping activity. At this time, the Gene Mapping Activity/Web Quest handouts will be distributed. (10-15 min.)

Body: For the remainder of the class period, students will be using technology along with a list of assigned websites with specific instructions to explore various online simulations representing the principles we have been learning about in class. Assistance should be provided to students having difficulty with the technology or with the concepts. The links to the various websites should be kept handy in the event that a demonstration is necessary. I will again be observing students to check for understanding. (30-35 min.)

Conclusion: Students should be encouraged to continue exploring the online simulations for better understanding outside of class. At the end of the class period, students will be reminded to complete their essay projects and to bring them to the next class meeting for discussion and presentation. (5 min.)

__Day Three__ : Introduction: Students will be given the first 10 minutes of class to discuss their topics of interest in groups. Groups of three or four will be assigned. Students should be discussing the relevant ethical and social issues involved with their topic of choice. (10 min.)

Body: Students will be giving their individual presentations for the remainder of the class period. I will be assessing the quality and quantity of the information presented using the rubric for Homework Activity 1. (35 min.)

Conclusion: Students that have not yet presented will be presenting their topics the next class period. Students will be informed at this time that they will be having a quiz over the information contained in this lesson following the final presentations. (5 min.) __Day Four__ : Introduction: Students will finish presenting their current event essays. (15-20 min.)

Body: Following the final presentation, we will have a brief discussion of some of the ethical and social issues presented. Students will be allowed to ask questions regarding topics of interest to them. Students will be expected to answer the questions relating to their individual topic. Assistance will be provided if necessary. Following the discussion, students will be given a final opportunity to ask questions regarding material that has been covered up to this point and that may be on the quiz. (10-15min.)

Conclusion: Students will be given a quiz over the lesson. (20 min.)

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