Understanding Genetics and Evolution with Computational Models (SoL)   

Sugat Dabholkar
Biology
2 weeks
High School
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Overview

In this unit, students understand molecular mechanisms of genetic regulation and design engineer genetic circuits using a computer simulation of a bacterial cell. They also study models of bacterial populations to understand ecological concepts such as carrying capacity and concepts in evolution. This course is designed to foster scientific thinking and computational thinking in the context of biological systems.

 

Underlying Lessons

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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