Genetic Engineering

A simulation where learners explore the process of genetic engineering by selecting genes to modify traits in organisms, visualizing techniques like gene splicing and recombinant DNA, and understanding real-world applications and ethical considerations.

Category: Biology
Grades: Grades 9-12
Variant: Guided
Standards: NGSS Life Science
Plays on: VRDesktopWeb

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Lab objectives and outcomes

Students will be able to explain the sequential steps of gene splicing and recombinant DNA formation by observing and interacting with the virtual tools.
Students will be able to apply genetic engineering techniques to modify a specific trait in a virtual organism by selecting appropriate genes and visualizing the outcome.
Students will be able to analyze the real-world applications and ethical considerations associated with genetic engineering based on scenarios presented in the simulation.

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Genetic Engineering Discussion

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