Standards+and+Objectives

Standard 3.0 Life Science (Investigating Genetics)
Topic C.  Indicator 1. Explain the ways that genetic information is passed from parent to offspring in different organisms.

Objectives:
==== 1. Investigate and explain that in sexual reproduction, a single specialized cell from a female (egg) merges with a specialized cell from a male (sperm) and the fertilized egg now has genetic information from each parent, that multiplies to form the complete organism composed of about a trillion cells, each of which contains the same genetic information. ====

3. Investigate and explain that in some kinds of organisms, all the genes come from a single parent, whereas in organisms that have sexes, typically half of the genes come from each parent.
==== 4. Compare inherited traits (eye color, shape of ear), acquired traits (taillessness in mice), and traits that are the result of an interaction between genes and the environment (e. g., height, weight, skin color). ====

5. Give examples of inherited conditions (e. g., sickle cell anemia, cystic fibrosis, Type I diabetes) that can result in poor health.
==== 6. Use information about how the transfer of traits from parent or parents to offspring occurs, to explain how selective breeding for particular traits has resulted in new varieties of cultivated plants and domestic animals. ====

**AASL Standards for the 21ST Century Learner **
1. Inquire, think critically, and gain knowledge 1.1.1 Follow an inquiry- based process in seeking knowledge in curricular subjects, and make the real- world connection for using this process in own life. 2. Draw conclusions, make informed decisions, apply knowledge to new situations, and create new knowledge 2.1.5 Collaborate with others to exchange ideas, develop new understandings, make decisions, and solve problems. 3. Share knowledge and participate ethically and productively as members of society. 3.1.1 Conclude an inquiry- based research process by sharing new understandings and reflecting on learning. 3.1.3. Use writing and speaking skills to communicate new understandings effectively. 3.1.4. Use technology and other information tools to organize and display knowledge and understanding in ways that others can view, use, and assess.

**21st Century/ NETS-S Standards **
3. Research and Information Fluency Students apply digital tools to gather, evaluate, and use information. Students: a. plan strategies to guide inquiry <span style="font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif";">b. locate, organize, analyze, evaluate, synthesize, and ethically use information from a variety of sources and media. <span style="font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif";">4. Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Decision Making <span style="font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif";">Students use critical thinking skills to plan and conduct research, manage projects, solve problems, and make informed decisions using appropriate digital tools and resources. Students: <span style="font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif";">a. identify and define authentic problems and significant questions for investigation. <span style="font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif";">b. plan and manage activities to develop a solution or complete a project. <span style="font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif";">c. collect and analyze data to identify solutions and/or make informed decisions.