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DNA replication and repair concept map, Intro Biology

Level:

This is a short review exercise designed to help undergraduates review the basic mechanisms of DNA replication and DNA repair. The exercise can be completed in-class in ~10 minutes, and is designed to be used to help students synthesize the material they have already learned

Keywords:

DNA replication, DNA repair, replication, DNA mutations

Learning objectives:

After completing this assignment, students will be able to:

• Outline the steps of DNA replication
• Compare and contrast leading vs lagging strand DNA synthesis
• Identify the DNA repair pathway required for different kinds of DNA damage

Planning

• The instructor will need to print concept maps for each student
• Students should need <10 min to complete this worksheet during class. 
• Students need to be familiar the terminology and concepts of DNA repair and replication

Materials Needed:

• Download student and instructor key
• Print one copy per student

Activity

Powerpoint with instructor and student concept maps:

Formative assessment:

Classroom polls with clicker can be used to assess certain boxes of concept map

Muddiest point would be a good follow-up to assess what students were struggling with

Conclusion and moving forward

This exercise should solidify their knowledge of DNA replication and repair