This Listening Station Has Three Separate Sections.
Each Section Has Its Own Set of Directions.
Section 1: Unraveling the Genetic Code That Makes Us Human
Directions:
1. Create a Google Doc entitled, "(first name, last name) DNA Listening Station". Share it with your teacher (Ms. Hoe or Ms. Sylvia).
2. Listen to or read Article 1 linked below ("Unraveling the Genetic Code That Makes Us Human").
3. Create a 5 question quiz with an answer key in your google doc.
4. Listen to or read Article 2, "NY Preschool Starts DNA Testing for Admission".
5. On the same google Doc, write your response to this idea: Should kids be subjected to DNA testing?
Article 1:
http://www.npr.org/2012/07/23/157231248/unraveling-the-genetic-code-that-makes-us-human
Article 2: http://www.npr.org/2012/04/01/149804404/n-y-preschool-starts-dna-testing-for-admission
Section 2: What Does Watson Have to Say About Sequencing His Genome?
Directions:1. Listen to or read the article below.
2. Briefly share your reaction on the Listening Station Google Doc: Would you get your own Genome sequenced?
http://www.npr.org/blogs/health/2012/09/19/160955379/scientists-see-upside-and-downside-of-sequencing-their-own-genes
Section 3: Epigenetics
Directions:
1. Watch the short NOVA episode, "Epigenetics."
2. On the Listening Station Google Doc, list 3 questions or comments you have in reaction to this film.
