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The Little Stuff: Energy, Cells, and Genetics
  • Level Foundation
  • Duration 10 hours
  • Course by University of Colorado Boulder
  • Offered by

About

In this course, we will explore the smaller side of biology: molecular biology. We’ll cover basic topics including cell biology and how cells can go “rogue” and turn into cancer, how energy from the sun is transferred to fuel our bodies, basics of genetics and inheritance, and genetic technologies. At the end of this course, we will discuss ethical and moral implications of several exciting and new genetic technologies.

Modules

Module 1 Main Track Content

    • 3 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 PeerReview
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1 Peer Review

  • Research on your own

3 Videos

  • Course 2 Introduction
  • What can you do with a cell?
  • Cancer

2 Readings

  • Please Read About Peer Reviews
  • Basics of Cell Biology

Module 1 Honors Track Content

    • 1 PeerReview
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1 Peer Review

  • Discussion/reflection

Module 2 Main Track Content

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 PeerReview
    • 1 Plugin
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module 2

1 Peer Review

  • FYI notice

2 Videos

  • Plants and energy transfer
  • How do cells use glucose?

1 Readings

  • Glucose and Fueling our Bodies

Module 3 Main Track Content

    • 3 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 PeerReview
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Genetics Quiz

1 Peer Review

  • Discussion with a friend

3 Videos

  • Who was Rosalind Franklin?
  • Central Dogma
  • Mendel was Lucky

2 Readings

  • TED-ED video
  • Mutations

Module 3 Honors Track Content

    • 1 PeerReview
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1 Peer Review

  • Extension activity

Module 4 Main Track Content

    • 4 Videos
    • 3 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Research on your own

4 Videos

  • Introduction
  • Part 1: Genetically Modified Organisms
  • Part 2: Genetically Modified Organisms
  • Genetic Technologies in the News: CRISPR, PDG, De-extinction, Three-parent babies

3 Readings

  • Gene Sequencing
  • TED-ED video
  • GMO TED-ED video

End of Course Post-Assessment

    • 1 Readings
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1 Readings

  • Biology Everywhere Post-Assessment

Module 4 Honors Track Content

    • 1 PeerReview
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1 Peer Review

  • Ethics in the classroom

Auto Summary

Explore the fascinating world of molecular biology with "The Little Stuff: Energy, Cells, and Genetics." This foundational course, offered by Coursera and taught by expert instructors, delves into cell biology, energy transfer, genetics, and cutting-edge genetic technologies. With a comprehensive duration of 600 minutes, learners can choose from Starter or Professional subscription options. Ideal for those keen on understanding the intricate details of biology and its ethical implications.

Melanie Peffer
Instructor

Melanie Peffer