Nature versus Nurture
Learning Objective
I can evaluate the roles of nature and nurture in human development.
Lesson Flow
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Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
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Identical twins share all their genes, while fraternal twins share about half, similar to ordinary siblings.
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Twin studies reveal that many behaviors, including religiosity and political attitudes, have a genetic component.
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Genes work in probabilistic ways, meaning they predispose individuals but don't determine their outcomes, and gene expression can be influenced by the environment.
Practice
7 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
“Describe one key insight gained from studying identical twins raised apart regarding the influence of genes on behavior. Provide an example of a specific trait or behavior that research suggests has a genetic component.”
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