Students are able to write a 2 to 4 page report on one specific genetic condition and orally present their results to the class.
Students research a genetic condition and orally present their results to the class.
After all presentations, the teacher presents a slide program summarizing selected genetic conditions. Students present major modes of inheritance and solve problems related to each type. Bergsms, Birth Defects Compendium. Wynbrandt, Encyclopedia of Birth Defects and Genetic Disorders. Local sources from newspapers, foundations, hospitals.