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The Strange Case of the Cyclops Sheep Instructional VideoThe Strange Case of the Cyclops Sheep Instructional Video
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6th - 12th
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The Strange Case of the Cyclops Sheep

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Did you know the cyclops sheep got its name from the cyclopamine molecule found in wild corn lilies? But wht else is there to know about the cyclops sheep? Watch a video that explains the strange yet amazing discovery of the cyclopomine molecule and its contributions to science.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

sheep, genes, protein

Additional Tags

science

Instructional Ideas

  • Include in a study of genetic mutations

Classroom Considerations

  • Requires some prerequisite knowledge of genes and proteins as well as their functions

Pros

  • Includes a multiple choice quiz, discussion questions, and links for further research
  • Graphics demonstrate the topic under investigation

Cons

  • None

Common Core

RST.6-8.2 RST.6-8.7 RST.9-10.2 RST.9-10.7 RST.11-12.2 RST.11-12.7

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