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Doing the Meiosis Shuffle.

Authors :
Krauskopf, Sara
Source :
American Biology Teacher. Jan 1999 61(1):60-61.
Publication Year :
1999

Abstract

Presents a game called the Meiosis Shuffle that helps students simulate the process of meiosis in which homologous cards representing chromosomes pair up, line up, and split apart. Students respond well to the simulation and are better able to conceptualize what chromosomes do and how independent assortment causes genetic variation. (CCM)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0002-7685
Volume :
61
Issue :
1
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
American Biology Teacher
Publication Type :
Electronic Resource
Accession number :
EJ590304
Document Type :
Guides - Classroom - Teacher<br />Journal Articles