Introduction to Genetics
Ever wonder why you have your mom's eyes or why some diseases run in families?
Starts Tue, Jun 9
6:00 PM UTC · 1h
4 sessions
Tabitha
4.3
Outcomes, not lecture notes.
Decode the structure of DNA — nucleotides, base pairs, and the double helix — and explain how it functions as the body's blueprint
Apply Punnett squares to calculate the probability of offspring inheriting dominant and recessive traits through monohybrid crosses
Distinguish between different types of mutations and genetic variations, and evaluate their positive, negative, or neutral effects
Analyze real patient case studies to identify potential genetic disorders and differentiate them from non-genetic conditions
Interpret how selective breeding and genetic modification are used in agriculture to enhance crops and livestock
Explain how DNA fingerprinting and profiling are used in forensic investigations and criminal justice
Evaluate the role of ancient DNA analysis in tracing human migration and evolutionary history
Critically assess the ethical implications of genetic technologies in medicine, food science, and society
Meet Tabitha.
Tabitha
A dedicated medical educator and director of clinical content, Dr. Tabitha Michaud combines her clinical expertise with a passion for teaching. Her comprehensive experience—from pediatric rotations to multidisciplinary research—enables her to develop engaging, evidence-based educational materials across a variety of STEM topics. Dr. Michaud is the creator of Varsity Tutors’ “Mini Med School” summer camp, and regularly teaches fun, interactive biology classes to help learners understand what happens when they get sick and how rewarding medical careers can be.
Ever wonder why you have your mom's eyes or why some diseases run in families? Introduction to Genetics pulls back the curtain on the molecule that makes you you — DNA. Students will master the structure of the double helix, use Punnett squares to predict inherited traits, and explore how mutations drive everything from genetic disorders to evolutionary adaptation. This course goes far beyond the textbook: you'll think like a doctor diagnosing patient cases, like a detective using DNA fingerprinting to crack crimes, and like a scientist analyzing ancient DNA to trace human history. Whether you're eyeing a future in medicine, biology, or just want to understand the science behind GMOs, ancestry kits, and CRISPR headlines, this course makes genetics click.
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Introduction to Genetics