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Welcome to the 7C Science web page at Fremont Middle School for the 2015-2016 school year. We will study a variety of science topics. Topics include: the atmosphere and weather, sound and light, cells, heredity, and how science asks and answers questions.

Use this page for periodic updates on what we are doing, information on class projects, and to get to online reviews for tests and quizzes.

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Monday, January 20, 2014

Genetics Project – Genetics Conditions and Issues

The Genetics Project is your chance to learn about some condition or issue related to genetics. Most often the topic is something that you or someone in your family has experienced. It could also be something you want to know about.
In the past students have done projects on:


  • Diabetes
  • Tourettes
  • Cancer
  • Twins – Nature vs. Nurture
  • Is there a sports gene?
  • Designer babies
  • Genetic engineering
  • ADHD



The project may be done in any format approved by your teacher. Formats include: Word document, Power Point Presentation, Google Documents or Presentations, handwritten paper, 3-fold poster board.
The Media Center has put together resources to help you find information. Contact them for help.

Whatever format you choose, it should include information on;
·         Why this topic interests you.
·         Describe the condition or issue. What are the symptoms?
·         Is it inherited? Has a gene been identified?
·         Are there environmental factors that start or influence the condition?
·         How is the condition prevented or treated? This is where you discuss if a person with the gene for the condition can do anything to prevent or reduce the impact of the condition.
·         What will happen in the future? Is there any thought that genetic engineering will be used to treat the condition?
·         State your opinion about how much the condition is due to genetics.

General Guidelines
·         Use 2 outside sources and cite your sources.
o   Use credible sources for your information.
§  Here’s the link for the Media Center sources  https://sites.google.com/site/fremontmsmediacenter/useful-links/genetics-saeger
o   If you use sources not listed with the Media Center, focus on websites that are a .edu or.org. Check to be sure the author is trustworthy and the information is valid.
o   The Media Center has citation forms
·         Writing conventions and grammar will be graded.
·         Do not Copy and Paste! No credit will be given for copied work. I want your ideas and your words.

·         Due: Monday, January 27

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