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Why do some organisms reproduce sexually, others reproduce asexually, and some both? Biology scholars examine the pros and cons of sexual and asexual reproduction through a short, informative video. The resource offers great examples of types of asexual reproduction and compares them with organisms that strictly reproduce sexually.
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CCSS:
Adaptable
Concepts
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Instructional Ideas
- Bring a spider plant to class and have pupils examine its cloned offspring
- Follow the video with a short time lapse presentation of a hydra budding
Classroom Considerations
- Ensure learners relate asexual and sexual reproduction to meiosis and mitosis as they video plays
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- The opening hook about plant reproduction is interesting and engaging
- Diagrams help make the types of asexual reproduction easy to comprehend
Cons
- None