Resources

Gene expression 

What Makes a Firefly Glow?

An animated example of transcription and translation from Learn.Genetics, the Genetic Science Learning Center of the University of Utah (US).

Resource: Learn Genetics website
Software: Macromedia FlashAge range: 16-18
Approach: Animation

Animation of Translation

An excellent animation on You Tube.This is made by the NDSU Virtual Cell Animations project. Click here for more information.

Resource: YouTube
Age range: 11-14 / 14-16 / 16-18
Approach: Animation

Transcribe and Translate a Gene

Interactive tutorial from Learn.Genetics, the Genetic Science Learning Center of the University of Utah (US).

Resource: Learn Genetics website
Software: Macromedia FlashAge range: 11-14 / 14-16
Approach: Interactive tutorial

The Basics of RNA

Tutorial on DNA, RNA and proteins from Learn.Genetics, the Genetic Science Learning Center of the University of Utah (US). Examines evidence for the role of RNA in the origin of life.

Resource: Learn Genetics website
Software: Macromedia Flash
Age range: 11-14 / 14-16
Approach: Games and quizzes