The Biological Basis of Heredity is part of a series entitled "Anthropology Tutorials." This Lecture/Tutorial focuses on an introduction to basic cell structures as they relate to genetic inheritance and includes units on Basic Cell Structure (focusing on chromosome structure and terminology), Cell Reproduction (mitosis and meiosis), Recombination and Linkage, Sex-Linked Genes, and the Molecular Level of Genetics. Each topic is explained through use of text, sound files, illustrations and links to a glossary. A tutorial is provided at the end of each unit. Additional information is provided with late-breaking news with links to related internet sites.
Type of Material:
Tutorial
Technical Requirements:
Web Browser, MediaPlayer, or RealPlayer plugin
Identify Major Learning Goals:
Basic Cell Structure (focusing on chromosome structure and terminology)
Cell Reproduction (mitosis and meiosis)
Recombination and Linkage
Sex-Linked Genes
Molecular Level of Genetics
Target Student Population:
High School or Lower-Level College (Freshman/Sophomore)
Content Quality
Rating:
Strengths:
Quality of Content: (4.25) (4.50) = 4.4
Clearly laid out and organized
Accurate with appropriate vocabulary
Good general coverage of material
Simple illustrations appropriate for basic understanding
Integrates concepts through interactive quizzes
.wav files helps students with proper pronunciation
Concerns:
Some drawing need more detail or could be replaced with real photomicrographs
Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool
Rating:
Strengths:
Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool: (4.25) (4.40) = 4.3
Great resource for general information
Good for students having trouble verbalizing terms
Quizzes immediately graded with reasons for each answer
Conceptual understanding is generally provided through additional links
Concerns:
Inclusion of animations or links to animations would make the site more exciting and engaging to students
Links to additional related web sites should be inserted
Ease of Use for Both Students and Faculty
Rating:
Strengths:
Usability: (5.00) (4.60) = 4.8
Well designed and intuitive
Easy to navigate and fast
Definitions are linked directly to term without need for scrolling
No bugs or defective links found
Concerns:
None
Overall rating: (4.50) (4.50) = 4.50
Creative Commons:
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