ISD 549—Perham-Dent Public Schools Curriculum Map---Week 1-4
Curriculum / Course / Grade: Biotechnology
Teacher’s Name: Carl Aakre
Corresponding content, skills / benchmarks, assessment, and standard will be prefaced with alphabetical letters.
Standard Skills / Benchmarks: Assessment and Activities: Content:
I. Biotechnology Define Biotechnology. Written explanation of their Basic definitions of
Concepts and current understanding of biotechnology before and after
Principles
biotechnology and their ethical the age of molecular biology.
beliefs
Define Bioengineering. Ethics of BT Corn Discussion GM Crops: BT Corn
Describe the need for biotechnology. Analysis of current periodical Determined by Articles Brought
articles related to the areas of in by students
genetics and biotechnology.
Journal of All articles will be
kept.
The student will describe the influence of Development of an historical
agricultural biotechnology on human, timeline of biotechnology
plant, and animal needs.
discoveries in agriculture and the
consumer products/benefits that
have come with them.
The student will describe the influence of Begin Stage one of Tissue Discussion of the green
agricultural biotechnology on various Culture Lab revolution, basic plant breeding
cultures.
and an introduction to tissue
culture.
II. Historical Describe the discovery and purpose of Define the human genome and Genomics and sequencing of
Fundamentals of genes. the future of genetics genetic material with a
Biotechnology
comparison of genetic material
within all life.
Define DNA. DNA Extraction DNA
Define Nucleotide. Describe the Construct a paper plasmid Backbone of DNA
relationship of DNA with adenine,
thymine, cystosine, and guanine.
Describe the importance of noting 5 DNA Dance Lab DNA replication and polymerase.
prime and 3 prime ends as they relate to Single and Double Bonds of in a
phosphodiester bonds bonds.
DNA Molecule
Define Protein. ALYSSA Test for GM Protien Protein expression in Crops
Define recombination. DNA to the Races Lab Restriction Enzymes
Define codons, anticodons, MRNA, Genes to Proteins Lab Milk Production (Milk as a
TRNA and Protien Synthesis Protein)
Define genome. Calculation to determine the Human Genome Project
length of the human genome
Define translation and Transcription PGLO Lab Transformation in Bacteria
Describe gene expression. PGLO Lab Transformation in Bacteria
Define plasmid. Construct a paper plasmid Uses of Plasmids in Bacteria and
Plants
List the steps to a successful Restriction Enzyme Paper Lab Restriction Enzymes
recombination of desired traits in a given
species.
Essential Questions: What are the advantages and disadvantages of biotechnology in terms of agriculture, medicine and the
environment?
Resources used:
Methods of Delivery:
Curricular
Collaboration:
Each of the above categories
may be prefaced with
alphabetical letters,
corresponding to the content.
Notes:
ISD 549—Perham-Dent Public Schools Curriculum Map---Week 5-8
Curriculum / Course / Grade: Biotechnology
Teacher’s Name: Carl Aakre
Corresponding content, skills / benchmarks, assessment, and standard will be prefaced with alphabetical letters.
Standard Skills / Benchmarks: Assessment and Activities: Content:
Plant Science Describe and list examples of GMO’s. Describe how biofuels relate to Biofuels
Applications biotechnology
Describe the process of genetic DNA Fingerprinting Lab Diagram the genetic engineering
engineering. Process
Describe the process of gene splicing in Diagram the genetic engineering Round Up Ready Plants
plants. Process
Describe the process of gene splicing in Diagram the genetic engineering BST Production using
animals. Process recombinant Bacteria
Describe the economic impact of utilizing Identify the mainpoints in a GMO foods
GMO’s. reading in regards to the concerns
of GMO's
List the societal concerns associated with Great Tomato Debate Flavr Savor Tomato
GMO’s.
Describe the international ramifications of
Creation of a time line in Green Revolution Golden Rice
using GMO’s. production agriculture and
genetic lines of wheat
List the environmental impacts of Ethical Discussion Watching Personal Ethics in regards to
utilizing GMO’s. GATTACA Biotechnology
Describe how bacteria are used to create Diagram the process used for Agrobacterium
insect resistance. GM with agrobacterium
List the advantages of plants that have List the advantages and Bt Corn
been genetically modified for insect disadvantages of Bt
resistance.
Explain how Bt kills insects and remains Diagram Insect physiology and pesticides
harmless to humans.
Describe the economic and Mathematical Business plan to Farm Management
environmental advantages of producing show the economical
an herbicide tolerant plant.
advantage/disadvantage
Describe the process for Identifying a PCR Lab to identify a specific PCR
GMO Gene
Essential Questions: Is it safe to eat food that has been Genetically Modified?
Resources used:
Methods of Delivery:
Curricular
Collaboration:
Each of the above categories
may be prefaced with
alphabetical letters,
corresponding to the content.
Notes:
ISD 549—Perham-Dent Public Schools Curriculum Map---Week 9-12
Curriculum / Course / Grade: Biotechnology
Teacher’s Name: Carl Aakre
Corresponding content, skills / benchmarks, assessment, and standard will be prefaced with alphabetical letters.
Standard Skills / Benchmarks: Assessment and Activities: Content:
Animal Science Explain how biotechnology is used in
Applications animal breeding.
Define and explain the process of cloning. Create a Ven Diagram showing Cloning of Dolly
the cloning process
List the benefits of animal and product Describe the advantages and Genetic Breeding of Swine
uniformity. disadvantages of Artificial
Insemination
Describe the ethical issues surrounding
animal cloning.
Describe the potential environmentalList the Pros and Cons of Animal Discussion of cloning of Atlantic
effects of cloning. Cloning "super salmon"
Describe specific uses of plant and Ethical Discussion Watching Personal Ethics in regards to
animal products for medicinal uses. GATTACA Biotechnology
Define gene therapy. Ethical Discussion Watching Personal Ethics in regards to
GATTACA Biotechnology
Explain the concept of pharming. Summarize the reading in regards Biofarming reading
to biofarming
Essential Questions: Should animals be genetically enhanced and cloned for medicinal and food purposes?
Resources used:
Methods of Delivery:
Curricular
Collaboration:
Each of the above categories
may be prefaced with
alphabetical letters,
corresponding to the content.
Notes:
ISD 549—Perham-Dent Public Schools Curriculum Map Friday Project
Curriculum / Course / Grade: Biotechnology
Teacher’s Name: Carl Aakre
Corresponding content, skills / benchmarks, assessment, and standard will be prefaced with alphabetical letters.
Standard Skills / Benchmarks: Assessment and Activities: Content:
Weekly Journal of current events 1 Current Event Article per week
in the areas of agriculture,
medicine and the environment
Science Research Project Develop a project that researches
a biotechnological topic that can
be converted to a science
research project.
Essential Questions: How will biotechnology have an effect on your quality of life?
Resources used:
Methods of Delivery:
Curricular
Collaboration:
Each of the above categories
may be prefaced with
alphabetical letters,
corresponding to the content.
Notes:
1. Define Biotechnology.
2. Define Bioengineering.
3. Describe the need for
biotechnology.
4. The student will describe the
influence of agricultural
biotechnology on human, plant, and
animal needs.
5. The student will describe the
influence of agricultural
biotechnology on various cultures.
1. Describe the discovery
6. The student will develop an
awareness of careers in
biotechnology. 2. Describe the history an
7. The student will explore career
opportunities in biotechnology
including: 3. Describe alleles.
a. Education requirements 4. List and describe the M
b. Career Titles 5. Define chromosome.
c. Starting Salaries 6. Define dominant.
d. Necessary work skills 7. Define recessive.
8. The student will describe the
influence of biotechnological
advancements on: 8. Define and distinguish
a. Food availability 9. Define DNA.
b. Leisure time 10. Define RNA.
c. Agricultural production
practices. 11. Define Nucleotide.
9. The student will describe the
benefits and harmful effects of pests
as they relate to biotechnological
advances. 12. Describe the importanc
10. The student will identify
environmental deficiencies and
apply biotechnological solutions. 13. Construct a paper helix
11. The student will inventory
agricultural resources based on
societal needs and the importance
science plays in that relationship.
14. Define Protein.
12. The student will survey and
assess consumer knowledge and
attitudes about foods processed
through biotechnology. 15. Describe the contributi
13. The student will explain the use
of biotechnology as it relates to the
cost of energy and increased
efficiency. 16. Describe the relationsh
14. The student will explain the use
of problem solving to address
biotechnology issues. 17. Define evolution.
15. The student will describe the
cost benefit analysis of genetically
engineered plants and animals in
comparison with traditional crops
and breeds. 18. Define mutation.
16. The student will research the
impact of biotechnology on: 19. Define recombination.
a. International environmental
factors 20. Define codons.
b. Alternative sources of energy
21. Define anticodons.
c. Management practices and
processes of modern agriculture
22. Define genome.
17. The student will analyze impacts
(limitations and concerns) of
biotechnology in plan and animal
reproduction including but not
limited to: 23. Define protein synthes
a. Growth hormones 24. Define messenger RNA
b. Invitro fertilization 25. Define transfer RNA.
c. Embryo Transfer 26. Compare & contrast di
d. Cloning 27. Define polymerase.
e. Genetic Engineering 28. Define translation.
Describe the relationship between biotechnology and Integrated Pest Management 29. Describe gene express
30. Define plasmid.
List the steps to a successful
Construct a paper plasmid
17. Define evolution. 2. Describe the history and process of
crossbreeding.
18. Define mutation. 3. Describe alleles.
4. List and describe the Mendelian principles.
5. Define chromosome.
6. Define dominant.
7. Define recessive.
8. Define and distinguish genotype and
phenotype.
1. Describe the discovery and purpose of genes.
2. Describe the history and process of crossbreeding.
3. Describe alleles.
4. List and describe the Mendelian principles.
5. Define chromosome.
6. Define dominant.
7. Define recessive.
8. Define and distinguish genotype and phenotype.
9. Define DNA.
10. Define RNA.
11. Define Nucleotide.
12. Describe the importance of noting 5 prime and 3 prime ends as they relate to phosphodiester bonds bonds.
13. Construct a paper helix of DNA.
14. Define Protein.
15. Describe the contributions of Watson & Crick to Biotechnology.
16. Describe the relationship of DNA with adenine, thymine, cystosine, and guanine.
17. Define evolution.
18. Define mutation.
19. Define recombination.
20. Define codons.
21. Define anticodons.
22. Define genome.
23. Define protein synthesis.
24. Define messenger RNA.
25. Define transfer RNA.
26. Compare & contrast different types of RNA.
27. Define polymerase.
28. Define translation.
29. Describe gene expression.
30. Define plasmid.
List the steps to a successful recombination of desired traits in a given species.
Construct a paper plasmid