Explore Evolution : Gallery Programs : For Educators : University of Nebraska State Museum of Natural History

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GRADES
7-12

STANDARDS SUPPORTED
NCCRS-Science: SC.8.9.4; SC.8.10.5.C; SC.HS.9.4

PROGRAM DURATION
45 minutes

DESCRIPTION
Delve into evolution by exploring the current research of seven teams of scientists and the seven organisms they study. Investigate four components of evolution: variation, inheritance, selection, and time to develop an understanding of how organisms change through time.

PROGRAM STRUCTURE
Students will investigate and apply the four components of evolution to one organism and then share their discoveries with the rest of the group.

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