Genetics by Diane Armitage https://padlet.com/dianearmitage/mqwdkyzit576acfc Learning Outcome in Focus en-us 2022-01-31 17:28:12 UTC 2022-04-07 20:20:27 UTC hello@padlet.com Junior Cycle Science LOs dianearmitage https://padlet.com/dianearmitage/mqwdkyzit576acfc/wish/2021825480 2022-01-31 17:29:33 UTC https://padlet.com/dianearmitage/mqwdkyzit576acfc/wish/2021825480 Biological World LO2: Explore patterns in the inheritance and variation of genetically controlled characteristics dianearmitage https://padlet.com/dianearmitage/mqwdkyzit576acfc/wish/2071698506 Linked LOs:
BW 2: Students should be able to describe asexual and sexual reproduction; explore patterns in the inheritance and variation of genetically controlled characteristics

BW 3: Students should be able to outline evolution by natural selection and how it explains the diversity of living things

NOS8: Students should be able to evaluate media based arguments concerning science and technology

NOS9: Students should be able to research and present information on the contribution that scientists make to scientific discovery and invention and its impact on society 
]]> 2022-03-01 15:29:17 UTC https://padlet.com/dianearmitage/mqwdkyzit576acfc/wish/2071698506 Mendel and Punnet Square Lesson Plan dianearmitage https://padlet.com/dianearmitage/mqwdkyzit576acfc/wish/2120062558 2022-03-29 19:21:31 UTC https://padlet.com/dianearmitage/mqwdkyzit576acfc/wish/2120062558 Punnet Square Worksheet dianearmitage https://padlet.com/dianearmitage/mqwdkyzit576acfc/wish/2120064200 Obtained from a colleague. Useful document for class worksheet with additional example that could be used as an extension or as a homework exercise depending on time constraints.]]> 2022-03-29 19:22:31 UTC https://padlet.com/dianearmitage/mqwdkyzit576acfc/wish/2120064200 Natural Selection Unit of Learning dianearmitage https://padlet.com/dianearmitage/mqwdkyzit576acfc/wish/2120105736 2022-03-29 19:50:49 UTC https://padlet.com/dianearmitage/mqwdkyzit576acfc/wish/2120105736 Paper on the teaching of Biological Inheritance in Second Level Schools dianearmitage https://padlet.com/dianearmitage/mqwdkyzit576acfc/wish/2120166420 This paper looks at using constructivist theories to teach evolution in schools. I found it useful to learn about this method of education. It also includes a useful overview on common misconceptions that students have in regards to this topics and this will help my planning accordingly.]]> 2022-03-29 20:35:44 UTC https://padlet.com/dianearmitage/mqwdkyzit576acfc/wish/2120166420 BBC First Life Evolution David Attenborough dianearmitage https://padlet.com/dianearmitage/mqwdkyzit576acfc/wish/2120202571 Great overview of evolution. ]]> 2022-03-29 21:05:36 UTC https://padlet.com/dianearmitage/mqwdkyzit576acfc/wish/2120202571 Genetic Engineering TY Project, Genetics Class Project and DNA Profiling Exercise dianearmitage https://padlet.com/dianearmitage/mqwdkyzit576acfc/wish/2120207797 Obtained from a colleague. Useful worksheets to use in class]]> 2022-03-29 21:10:18 UTC https://padlet.com/dianearmitage/mqwdkyzit576acfc/wish/2120207797 NOS 8 Students can develop their communication skills by using the Young Scientist Journal dianearmitage https://padlet.com/dianearmitage/mqwdkyzit576acfc/wish/2131162229 Also useful for researching projects and they can send in their work for publication
From JCT Teacher Learning for New Material pdf]]> 2022-04-05 17:39:22 UTC https://padlet.com/dianearmitage/mqwdkyzit576acfc/wish/2131162229 BW LO2: Useful overview of Genetic concepts dianearmitage https://padlet.com/dianearmitage/mqwdkyzit576acfc/wish/2131169112 Includes teacher materials
From JCT Teacher Learning for New Material pdf]]> 2022-04-05 17:42:56 UTC https://padlet.com/dianearmitage/mqwdkyzit576acfc/wish/2131169112 BW LO3 Evolution and Natural Selection Resources dianearmitage https://padlet.com/dianearmitage/mqwdkyzit576acfc/wish/2131174894 From JCT Teacher Learning for New Material pdf]]> 2022-04-05 17:46:03 UTC https://padlet.com/dianearmitage/mqwdkyzit576acfc/wish/2131174894 JCT key skills and principles dianearmitage https://padlet.com/dianearmitage/mqwdkyzit576acfc/wish/2131281913 Key principle in this unit: Learning to Learn- students will be researching the impacts of genetics based technology on society
Key Skill: Discussing and debating- the students will be evaluating the credibility of sources e.g. peer review documents, media, NGOs etc
I am including this principle and skill as they cover NOS Learning Objectives 8 and 9]]> 2022-04-05 18:45:28 UTC https://padlet.com/dianearmitage/mqwdkyzit576acfc/wish/2131281913 Collaborative Planning Document dianearmitage https://padlet.com/dianearmitage/mqwdkyzit576acfc/wish/2131337402 2022-04-05 19:21:39 UTC https://padlet.com/dianearmitage/mqwdkyzit576acfc/wish/2131337402 Reflection dianearmitage https://padlet.com/dianearmitage/mqwdkyzit576acfc/wish/2135235811 How my thinking on specification, NoS and Inquiry has developed ]]> 2022-04-07 19:43:54 UTC https://padlet.com/dianearmitage/mqwdkyzit576acfc/wish/2135235811 Mendel and how Pea Plants helped us understand Genetics dianearmitage https://padlet.com/dianearmitage/mqwdkyzit576acfc/wish/2135278068 3 min introduction to Mendel]]> 2022-04-07 20:20:20 UTC https://padlet.com/dianearmitage/mqwdkyzit576acfc/wish/2135278068