Rna Replication Lesson Plan for 9th Grade Example Students

Topic: RNA replication

Objectives & Outcomes

• Students will be able to describe the steps involved in RNA replication, and explain how they relate to the structure and function of RNA.

Materials

• Diagram of the structure of RNA
• Diagram of the structure and function of DNA replication machinery
• Sample of RNA for visualization (such as a drop of RNA solution on a slide)
• Microscope or magnifying lens

Warm-up

• Ask students if they have heard of DNA.
• Ask them to describe what they know about DNA.
• Then, ask them if they have heard of RNA.
• Ask them to describe what they know about RNA.
• Ask them if they know how RNA is made.

Direct Instruction

• Explain that DNA is the genetic material in cells, and it contains the instructions for making proteins and other molecules needed by the cell.
• Explain that RNA is also a type of molecule that contains genetic information, but it is more temporary and is used to make proteins and other molecules.
• Introduce the concept of RNA replication, explaining that it is the process by which RNA is made by copying the information from DNA.
• Explain that the process involves three steps: 1) unwinding the DNA, 2) copying the DNA into complementary RNA strands, and 3) re-winding the RNA.

Guided Practice

• Provide students with a handout containing a diagram of a DNA molecule and a diagram of an RNA strand.
• Ask students to identify the parts of the DNA molecule that are copied into the RNA strand.
• Next, provide students with a handout containing a diagram of an unwinding DNA molecule and a diagram of a complementary RNA strand.
• Ask students to identify the parts of the RNA strand that are copied from the DNA molecule.

Independent Practice

• Provide students with a handout containing a diagram of a DNA molecule and a diagram of an RNA strand.
• Ask students to identify the parts of the DNA molecule that are copied into the RNA strand.
• Next, provide students with a handout containing a diagram of an unwinding DNA molecule and a diagram of a complementary RNA strand.
• Ask students to identify the parts of the RNA strand that are copied from the DNA molecule.

Closure

• Review the steps of DNA replication with the class.
• Ask students to share their thoughts on the importance of DNA replication in the growth and development of living organisms.

Assessment

• Observe students during the sorting activity and assess their understanding of DNA replication through their choices of properties to sort.
• Evaluate students' independent projects for understanding of the concepts of DNA replication and the importance of DNA replication in the growth and development of living organisms.