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DNA and RNA, A Nucleic Acid Primer! Instructional VideoDNA and RNA, A Nucleic Acid Primer! Instructional Video
Publisher
Bite Sci-zed
Resource Details
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Grade
7th - 11th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Instructional Videos
Media Length
2:55
Audiences
For Teacher Use
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Instructional Strategy
Direct Instruction
Technology
Video
Internet Access
Year
2012
Instructional Video

DNA and RNA, A Nucleic Acid Primer!

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Every single cell in the human body is packed with genetic material! A video presentation provides a thorough overview of the components of this genetic material. An engaging instructor defines DNA and RNA and discusses its structure and function.

4 Views 3 Downloads
CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

dna, rna, nucleic acids, adenine, guanine, cytosine, thymine

Additional Tags

science

Instructional Ideas

  • Incorporate as a quick introduction to DNA and RNA
  • Flip your classroom by assigning the video as homework; use class time for discussion and practice

Classroom Considerations

  • The presenter speaks quickly, which may require multiple viewings 
  • This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

  • Packs a large amount of information in a short amount of time
  • Gives hints for remembering the vocabulary

Cons

  • None

Common Core

SL.8.2 SL.9-10.2 SL.11-12.2 L.7.2.a RST.6-8.7 RST.9-10.7 RST.11-12.7

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