Learning Goals
Students will be able to explain how the structure of DNA determines the structure of proteins in specialized cells.
Students will be able to model transcription and translation from a DNA sequence to a protein sequence.
Students will be able to analyze how a mutation in DNA can alter protein structure and affect specialized cell function.
Students will be able to construct an evidence-based explanation linking a DNA change to a trait or inherited condition.
Students will be able to collaborate to revise a scientific product using peer and teacher feedback.
Students will be able to communicate a clear scientific claim about how DNA shape affects protein function in specialized cells.
Products
DNA-to-Protein Evidence Notebook
Students create an individual notebook that records models, annotated explanations, mutation analyses, and reflections tied to the project question. It demonstrates personal mastery of how DNA structure influences protein structure and specialized cell function.
Cell Jobs and Protein Stories Science Showcase Exhibit
Teams design and present an interactive exhibit with a model, visual evidence, and a spoken explanation for a public audience. The exhibit answers the essential question and shows how a DNA change can affect protein structure and specialized cell jobs.
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