Lesson summary
Exploring genetics through First Nations peoples knowledge of heredity, evidenced by strict adherence to kinship, family structures and marriage laws.
Learning intentions:
Students will...
- explore the role of DNA and genes in heredity and how understandings of human heredity from a First Nations cultural perspective compare to the current Western scientific understanding of genetics.
Success criteria:
Students can...
- articulate the role of genetics in the survival of the human species
- identify the critical discoveries in Western science regarding genetics since the mid-19th century
- reflect on the difference between First Nations knowledge construction and Western science “scientific method”.
Lesson guides and printables
Lesson details
Curriculum Mapping
Australian Curriculum (v9.0) content descriptions:
Science:
Students learn to:
- Explain the function of DNA and genes in heredity and predict patterns of Mendelian inheritance (AC9S10U01)
General capabilities: Literacy, Intercultural Understanding
Syllabus outcomes: SC5-15LW
Cross-curriculum priority: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Cultures.
Relevant parts of Year 10 Science achievement standards: Students can explain processes that underpin heredity and genetic diversity and describe the evidence supporting the theory of evolution by natural selection.
Resources Required
- Computer
- Cornell Notes Template
- First Nations Biology Lesson 3 slide deck containing images from the lesson
- Projector
Skills
This lesson is designed to build students’ competencies in the following skills:
- collaboration
- critical thinking
- curiosity
- adaptability
- ethical understanding
- empathy
- intercultural understanding
- creativity
- communication
- reflection.
Additional Info
Warning: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are advised that these lessons may contain images, voices and names of deceased persons.
Level of teacher scaffolding: Medium - Open-ended questioning, facilitation of class discussion, options for taking notes in different formats.
This is an original Cool+ lesson.
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