7. Designing Genetic Circuits

Sugat Dabholkar
Biology
Two class periods (90 min)
High School
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Overview

In this lesson, students use the genetic switch model to make modifications in the genetic circuit of the cell to make it fitter to compete and survive. You will use the models that students build to compete against each other and see which one survives. 

You could have highly enriching discussions about genetics, evolution and genetic engineering. 

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Standards

Next Generation Science Standards
  •   Life Science
    • [HS-LS4] Biological Evolution: Unity and Diversity
  •   NGSS Practice
    • Analyzing Data
    • Communicating Information
    • Constructing Explanations, Designing Solutions
    • Asking Questions, Defining Problems
    • Using Models
    • Arguing from Evidence
    • Conducting Investigations
Computational Thinking in STEM
  •   Data Practices
    • Analyzing Data
    • Collecting Data
    • Creating Data
    • Manipulating Data
    • Visualizing Data
  •   Modeling and Simulation Practices
    • Using Computational Models to Find and Test Solutions
    • Using Computational Models to Understand a Concept
  •   Systems Thinking Practices
    • Investigating a Complex System as a Whole
    • Thinking in Levels
    • Understanding the Relationships within a System
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