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SCI 115_”Evolution of Disease, Humans, and Animals”

“Evolution of Disease, Humans, and Animals” Note: Online students, please respond to one (1) of the following three (3) bulleted items. In your own words explain the concept of rRNA then suggest three (3) reasons why scientists choose to use rRNA as an Evolutionary Chronometer. Provide a 100-250 word debate as to whether or not you believe that […]






Constructing Meaning through Critical Literacy

Select a grade level and research critical literacy instructional strategies (looking at both reading and writing).  Chose a text from Appendix B of the Common Core standards.  From your selections and research, create a chart that includes 10 strategies that you can use to help your student construct meaning through critical literacy using the text […]






SCI 115_Assignment 2: Gene Technology

Assignment 2: Gene Technology Gene technology carries with it social and ethical implications—many of which engender personal views and discussion. Select one (1) of the following biotechnology topics to write about:  Genetically modified crop plants Genetically modified microorganisms Genetically modified animals Personal genomics and / or personalized medicine for humans Gene therapy Write a four […]






Essay Question

1. Discuss reporter shield laws as they relate to confidentiality.   Your response should be at least 100 words in length.   Reference Hall, D. E., & Feldmeier, J. P. (2012). Constitutional law: Governmental powers and individual freedoms (2nd ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson.     2. Describe three types of speeches which are […]






SCI 115_”Evolution”

“Evolution” Note: Online students, please respond to one (1) of the following three (3) bulleted items. Using the internet and Strayer databases choose three (3) recent advances in genetics, development, and geology and explain two (2) ways your chosen advances have enriched our understanding of evolution. Next suggest two (2) ways that new sources of evidence for evolution […]






Case Study

  Freedom of Speech   Walsh, M. (2015). High Court Rules in Online Threat, Religious Rights Cases. Education Week, 34(34), 19. Provide a two page case study which examines freedom of speech and expression as they relate to the following two U.S. Supreme Court case decisions:     Elonis v. United States   Equal Employment […]