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Human Gene Discovery Laboratory: A Problem-Based Learning Experience
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Bonds, Wesley D., Sr.; Paolella, Mary Jane – American Biology Teacher, 2006
A single-semester elective combines Mendelian and molecular genetics in a problem-solving format. Students encounter a genetic disease scenario, construct a family pedigree, and try to confirm their medical diagnoses through laboratory experiences. Encouraged to generate ideas as they test their hypotheses, students realize the importance of data…
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Learning Experience, Science Experiments, Science Laboratories