Genetically Modified Organisms and Biotechnology (Grades 6-8)
Web page: http://bit.do/smsp-gmo-biotech
Grade levels: 6, 7, 8
Content areas: Career & Technical, Math, Science
Topics: STEM, smsp, GMOs, Biotechnology, Engineering, Genetics
Related Standards : NGSS.MS.LS3.2, NGSS.MS.LS4.5, NGSS.MS.ETS1.1, NGSS.MS.ETS1.2, CCSS.Math.Content.6.EE.A.2, CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RST.6-8.8, CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.6.1b, CCSS.Math.Content.6.RP.A.1, CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.6.1a
Type of resource: Lesson/Unit Plan
In this unit of study students will construct an argument based on evidence regarding their position on genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Students will conduct an inquiry investigation in Mendelian genetics using Wisconsin Fast Plants. This unit integrates nine STEM attributes and was developed as part of the South Metro-Salem STEM Partnership's Teacher Leadership Team. Any instructional materials are included within this unit of study. Conditions of Use: Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial 4.0. Copyright Holder: Toni Hanson