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ERIC Number: EJ649545
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2001
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Comparing Common Origins: Using Biotechnology To Teach Evolution.
McLaughlin, John; Glasson, George
Science Teacher, v68 n8 p26-31 Nov 2001
Presents an innovative, inquiry-oriented lesson plan for using biotechnology to teach evolution. Using acrylamide gel electrophoresis, students learn how to isolate and compare different proteins from the muscle tissue of readily available seafood specimens to determine phylogenetic relationships. Uses a 5E (engagement, exploration, explanation, extension, and evaluation) instructional model. (DLH)
Descriptors: Biotechnology, Chemical Analysis, Evolution, Inquiry, Oceanography, Science Activities, Secondary Education
Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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