Computer Simulated Experiments in Genetics

A computer simulation package called "Star Genetics" is used to generate progeny for one or two additional generations. The distribution of the phenotypes of the progeny provide data from which the parental genotypes can be inferred. The number of progeny can be chosen by the student in order to increase the student's confidence in the inference.
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General Information

Subject(s): Mathematics, Science
Grade Level(s): 7
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Computers for Students, Internet Connection, Microsoft Office, Java Plugin
Instructional Time: 1 Hour(s) 30 Minute(s)
Keywords: computer simulation, genetics, Punnet squares, Mendel's laws, fruit flies
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Formative Assessment
Instructional Design Framework(s): Structured Inquiry (Level 2)
Resource Collection: FCR-STEMLearn Science - General

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