Activity 1: Assessment. Estimated duration: 12 min
Genetics: heredity, genes and reproduction
12 questions assessment
Cynthia B (Flying Hypothesis)
Cynthia B (Flying Hypothesis)
Activity 2: Question Game. Estimated duration: 20 min
Galaxy Escape
10 Bright Monsters have been captured in space and they need your help to cross the galaxy jumping between platforms, finding them, and releasing them by correctly answering each question. Each monster that you release and unlock will be available to play with in the next level, in the search for the next monster. In your journey, you’ll be able to find power-ups, like ‘Double points’ and ‘Slow down’, which can be activated by finding gems, and their duration can be extended by correctly answering a question. Unlock and release the 10 different monsters and a spaceship along 10 different levels, while you make the most possible points.
Ratings
Teacher Ratings (500) 4.4 stars.
Student Ratings (268474) 3.9 stars.
Activity 3: Question Game. Estimated duration: 11 min
Gene-slinger (Mid)
It's time to take a shot at learning about reproduction and gene transfer! Use your slingshot to hit the flying objects that will cross your screen. Some of the objects that you hit will provide you with facts. You will see other objects that will give you questions to answer that will boost your score. As the levels advance, the objects will move more quickly! Good luck!
Ratings
Teacher Ratings (64) 4.0 stars.
Student Ratings (13660) 3.4 stars.
Activity 4: Question Game. Estimated duration: 15 min
Chrome Along with Me! (Mid)
Chrome along! In this game, you are a chromosome and need to leap your way through spinning orbs. You will be faced with questions about genetic inheritance patterns through sexual and asexual reproduction. If you fall off an orb, you'll have to test your knowledge to stay in the game. Work through all the levels on the map to learn about genetics and complete the game!
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Ratings
Teacher Ratings (39) 4.0 stars.
Student Ratings (9819) 3.4 stars.
Activity 5: Question Game. Estimated duration: 12 min
Genetic Escape (Mid)
Help your character escape! In this game, you are a chromosome and must travel to collect supplies so that you can open a door. You must collect three batteries so that you can light your flashlight. Once you've lit your flashlight, you will be able to find the key to the door to reach the next level. You'll answer questions about DNA replication, heredity, and mutations along the way.
Ratings
Teacher Ratings (167) 4.0 stars.
Student Ratings (31174) 3.7 stars.
Activity 6: Question Game. Estimated duration: 13 min
Descendant Ascent (Mid)
You will hop to the sky! In this game, your character is a bunny who will help you learn about genetics and reproduction as you ascend a tower. Use your grappling hook to climb from wall to wall like a ninja. Dodge the dangerous spikes on each side or meet an untimely end. Watch out for the laser tripwires, and don't let go of your rope.
Ratings
Teacher Ratings (22) 3.5 stars.
Student Ratings (6213) 3.0 stars.
Activity 7: Question Game. Estimated duration: 11 min
Oscar's World - Reproduction and Gene Transfer
In this game, you will learn the differences between asexual and sexual reproduction. You will also be presented with different examples of asexual and sexual reproduction. First, you will learn the basics of asexual reproduction. Next, you will discover how sexual reproduction causes genetic variation. By the end you will unlock an arcade stage. To complete the arcade game, answer the questions correctly and try not to fall.
Ratings
Teacher Ratings (45) 3.8 stars.
Student Ratings (9471) 3.2 stars.
Activity 8: Instructional Game. Estimated duration: 8 min
Lab Rat Fungus Muncher
Ratilda will teach you about the difference between asexual reproduction and sexual reproduction by comparing animals (munchers) and fungus. You will learn about the two types of reproduction, and you will stop the spread of fungi with your munchers that eat fungi! There are six labs to complete with questions at the end of each lab.
Ratings
Teacher Ratings (65) 3.8 stars.
Student Ratings (19253) 3.3 stars.