Genetics
Week 1
LPA 2013-2014
Standard 4
Objective 1
Monday Objective
• I will explain the steps of asexual
reproduction.
Bell work
• Use the supplemental packet you received
yesterday and answer questions #2-6 that are
in the “Practice” section of the Asexual
Reproduction chapter.
Vocabulary
• Create new flashcards for the following terms:
– Binary Fission
– Fragmentation
– Budding
Video
• 2N = Two full sets of chromosomes
• N = one full set of chromosomes
• Khan Academy mitosis on You Tube
– Take notes as they are put on the board.
Homework
• Write a paragraph describing the phases of
Mitosis.
– Minimum of 8 sentences!!
Tuesday Objective
• I will explain the phases of mitosis.
• I will explain cytokinesis.
Bellwork
• Create flash cards for the following terms:
– Mitosis
– Interphase
– Prophase
– Metaphase
– Anaphase
– Telophase
– Cytokinesis
Mitosis Models
• As a group, use the materials provided to
model mitosis.
• Draw your model.
– Be sure to represent your materials.
– Be sure to represent and label all phases of
Mitosis.
Homework
• Read pages 192-198 in your textbook.
Wednesday Objective
• I will compare asexual and sexual
reproduction.
Bellwork
• Create flash cards for the following terms:
– Meiosis
– Gamete
– Haploid
– Diploid
Unit Project Intro
• Review the instructions for the “Position
Paper on Genetic Technology/Bioengineering”
project.
• This paper is your unit project and is due on
Monday, March 24th.
Comparing Reproduction
• Use the worksheet to take notes during our
discussion today.
Homework
• Finish the worksheet.
Thursday Objective
• I will explain the phases of meiosis.
Bell work
• On a separate piece of paper; use complete
sentences to answer questions #1-7 on page
198 of your textbook. Be detailed!!
Coloring Pages
• Complete the Mitosis and Meiosis coloring
pages.
– Remember to highlight the information that is
NOT included in your textbook.
Homework
• Complete the Coloring Pages.
Friday Objective
• I will explain the phases of meiosis.
Bell work
• Complete the following:
Meiosis I
Meiosis II
Review
• Take notes as you watch the Khan Academy
video teaching the phases of Meiosis.
Summary
• Write 2 paragraphs (min. 8 sentences EACH).
– Paragraph 1 – Describe the purpose and phases of
Meiosis I.
– Paragraph 2 – Describe the purpose and phases of
Meiosis II.
Homework
• Finish your summary paragraphs.
• Read pages 199-207 in your textbook.