Andrew Kutscher

Classwork and homework for 2/29/12

Today the students began participating in a collection of station review activities on genetics and dna structure.   The goal is to prepare students to do very well on the Genetics and DNA Unit test this Friday.

Classwork and homework for 2/28/12

Today we reviewed the lab followup questions and the students finished taking notes on Chapter 6-2 that was focused on DNA structure, function and types of mutations.  This is the continuation of notes from last week and should build on the knowledge of our DNA model-building lab from yesterday.  The powerpoint is attached to my blog post last Thursday.

Classwork and homework for 2/27/12

Today students participated in a lab where groups of students built models of DNA.  The lab had a few follow-up questions that needed to be answered as well.  A copy of the lab is attached.

Download DNA Model Kit Lab

Test on Genetics and DNA on March 2nd.

Students will have a unit exam on Genetics and DNA on Friday, March 2nd.

Classwork and homework for 2/24/12

Today we took Cornell Notes on Chapter 6-1(The Structure of DNA) and then wrote a summary.  The summary had to do 3 things. First, the students had to address 3 discoveries that led to an understanding of DNA structure.  Second, they had to describe the structure of DNA.  Third, they had to explain how DNA can be copied. 

We then began to take notes on Chapter 6-2 (The function of DNA).

The homework it to continue to prepare for next Friday's test on Genetics and DNA.

Warmups for Week 25 (Feb 20 - Feb 24)

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Classwork and homework for 2/23/12

Today we started by reviewing the concepts of mitosis and meiosis and discussing why meiosis was is important. We then talked about yesterday's test results and discussed the strengths and weaknesses of each class. Finally, we began taking notes on the structure of DNA (Chapter 6).  A copy of the notes are included below. Students were informed that they would have a final test on genetics and DNA structure toward the end of next week.

Download Ch06_win

Classwork and homework for 2/22/12

Today students took a test on Genetics.  After the test, students were asked to read all of the material found in Chapter 6 (2 sections) about the structure and function of DNA.

The homework is to finish reading Chapter 6.

Classwork and homework for 2/21/12

Today the students were given a few strategies for how to study for tomorrow's exam and show one method of analyzing a study guide to maximize their study time.  Student questions were also answered to help prepare them for the test.

Homework is to study for tomorrow.

Warmups for Week 24 (Feb 13 - Feb 17)

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