Protein Synthesis
Protein Synthesis STEM Case
As a pediatrician, students learn about genes and protein synthesis to try to help a baby girl named Lucy who has an immunodeficiency disease.
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| Level | Description | Estimated Time |
|---|---|---|
| High School | This version is for general biology classes | 30-45 min |
| AP | This version is for AP level classes | 40-50 min |
Expanded Handbook
More About HandbooksMost content from the Expanded Handbook is included in the corresponding STEM Case.
| Level | Description | Estimated Time |
|---|---|---|
| High School | The Expanded Handbook covers amino acid side chains in addition to the concepts covered in the handbook section of the High School Case. | 15-20 min |
| AP | This Handbook is identical to the handbook section in the AP Case | 15-20 min |
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User Submitted Lesson Materials (2):
STEM Protein Structure Investigation
This guide allows students to take notes on different possible mutations that affect Lucy and describe th... (more)e experiments performed.
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STEM Case, High School Level
STEM Protein Study - Student Notes and Lab Analysis
This study note allows students to gather further information and have a focus as they complete this task... (more). Although the STEM case is aimed at AP students, it is appropriate for the Ontario SBI4U curriculum since it includes protein synthesis regulation.
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STEM Case, AP Level
User Recommendations (showing 5 of 6):
Great lesson, visuals and step-by-step breakdown were perfect.
Recommended: Handbook, High School LevelGizmo User from Ohio
Students enjoyed this and it stimulated great class discussion.
Recommended: STEM Case, High School LevelGizmo User from South Carolina
Great process for students to see how healthcare works
Recommended: STEM Case, High School LevelGizmo User from California
Great way to introduce protein synthesis to my AP Bio kids, before we delve more deeply using the text and lecture.
Recommended: Handbook, AP LevelGizmo User from California
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