Protein Synthesis

Welcome: Protein Synthesis
Description: NGSS HS-LS1-1: Construct an explanation based on evidence for how the structure of DNA determines the structure of proteins, which carry out the essential functions of life through systems of specialized cells. NGSS HS LS3-1: Ask questions to clarify relationships about the role of DNA and chromosomes in coding the instructions for characteristic traits passed from parents to offspring. SWBAT: summarize the process of DNA being transcribed into mRNA to help make proteins and identify different influences that help cells become specialized. Students will read through the article highlighting vocabulary terms in one color and highlighting important concepts in another color. After each section, shoulder partners will work together to use their own words and summarize what they read. Check for Understanding questions will then be answered. When the CFU questions are complete, watch the Amoeba Sister video (Protein Synthesis) and explain why proteins are so important. After this, please list the correct order of Central Dogma and list the steps of transcription and translation. Student will then complete the online interactive for protein synthesis. They will record their time and score and compare with their group. They will then try to beat their last score! Students will complete the steps of transcription and translation to create a protein made of beads. Each color bead represents a different amino acid. They will answer conclusion questions and present what type of protein was created to their group.
Grade Level: 9-12
Curriculum: Science
Keywords: Central Dogma, Transcription, Translation, Protein Synthesis, mRNA, tRNA, Gene Expression
Author(s): Stephanie Deckman