The New Genetics

This collection of lessons and activities is designed to teach genetics in a high school class. The lessons cover topics like DNA and RNA, the passing on of hereditary traits in families and more. The site provides a variety of materials, both in text and graphics.

Macromolecules One

With the aid of high quality graphics and animations, this program covers three major categories of biological macromolecules: carbohydrates, lipids and the nucleic acids RNA and DNA. It clearly explains the structure and biological roles of each type of macromolecule and examines similarities and differences between them, using many biological examples. The first of two programs on the subject, ?Macromolecules 1? is essential viewing for all senior biology students.

Asexual, Sexual Cells 3

In this exercise, students color a DNA structure. Moreover, students will be distinguishing different organelles and exploring the importance of RNA and DNA.

Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)

This resource introduces students to PCR, or polymerase chain reaction. Students learn about how DNA or RNA can be amplified through this technique.

The New Genetics

This eBook provides an introduction to genetics. Students learn about the field of genetics and the biological basis of genetics, as well as the importance of DNA and RNA.

DNA Fact Sheet

This fact sheet provides answers to common questions about DNA and its role in the human body. The site addresses questions about where DNA is found in the body, what it is made of and how it passes on genetic traits.

Cloning Fact Sheet

This fact sheet on cloning provides students with information on a variety of topics related to cloning, from how cloning is done to some of the side effects and health problems related to cloning animals. Students can also read about how a form of cloning occurs naturally among single-celled organisms.

Chromosomes Fact Sheet

This online fact sheet offers students information on chromosomes and their role within cells and within the human body. Students can read about what chromosomes are and what they do, how they pass on genetic traits and more.

Generations of Traits

This activity teaches students about how genetic material is passed down from generation to generation, and how it results in observable traits.

Molecular Genealogy

This site uses a number of videos to explain how genetic testing is used to construct a map of a person's family history. The videos explain various kinds of DNA and chromosomes and their role in passing on genetic traits and information that can be used to investigate one's genealogy.