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Transcription of DNA to RNA: Making mRNA InteractiveTranscription of DNA to RNA: Making mRNA Interactive
Publisher
CK-12 Foundation
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Grade
7th - 8th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Interactives
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For Teacher Use
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Duration
10 mins
Instructional Strategies
Direct Instruction
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Video
Internet Access
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Year
2014
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Interactive

Transcription of DNA to RNA: Making mRNA

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This Transcription of DNA to RNA: Making mRNA interactive also includes:
  • Transcription and Translation
  • Student Reference
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Transcription means a written copy but how can DNA write a message? The video explains transcription and translation as they relate to DNA and RNA. Then in the interactive, scholars practice base pairing and answer analysis questions about transcription and mutations.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

transcription, dna, rna, the nucleus, nucleotides, genetic mutation

Additional Tags

science

Instructional Ideas

  • Discuss some of the genetic mutations that are common, both positive and negative

Classroom Considerations

  • Users must have a free CK-12 account to access the interactive
  • Assumes prior knowledge of ribosomes, proteins, and genes

Pros

  • Includes two extension ideas in the learn more section
  • Video shows the real time it takes to complete the process of transcription

Cons

  • None

Common Core

RST.6-8.4

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