Genetic Disorders Extra Credit Project



Genetic Disorders Extra Credit Project

Possible 25 Points Added to Lowest Test Grade

Students will select a genetic disorder from the list provided to research and prepare a project to present required information. The project may be a PowerPoint slide show, a tri-fold brochure, or a poster. A fact worksheet must be completed and turned in with the finished project. All work must be in the student’s own words. Copying and pasting are not allowed. A list of references must be included with the project.

Genetic Disorders List

Cystic Fibrosis Phenylketonuria

Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Prader-Willi Syndrome

Fragile X Syndrome Sickle Cell Disease

Huntington’s Disease Tay-Sachs

Hemophilia Turner Syndrome

Marfan Syndrome Wilson Disease

Project Due Date: Friday, November 30th

Instructions

1. Select a disorder from the list above.

2. Start with the list of reputable Web sites below and complete the fact worksheet provided. Other references may be used. Foundations and other organizations devoted to working with a particular disorder are typically good sources of information. Google or other search engine may be used to find a site, but should not be listed as a reference.

3. Prepare a project to present the information in a creative way. Options include PowerPoint slide show, tri-fold brochure, or poster. Other options must be approved by the teacher prior to the due date.

4. Be sure to include a reference list. References may be listed with the title of the Organization and the Web address. Books need to include the title, author, and copyright date. A minimum of 4 sources must be used.

5. Follow any directions specific to the project chosen.

Suggested Sources for Reputable Information

Human Genome Project



National Human Genome Research Institute



New York Online Access to Health



National Library of Medicine/National Institutes of Health



Mayo Clinic - Diseases and Infections



Genetic and Rare Conditions Site



NORD National Organization for Rare Disorders



Grading

Facts Worksheet 5 points

Reference List 5 points

Finished Project:

Accuracy (facts, spelling, grammar) 5 points

Completeness (all topics addressed) 5 points

Creativity (Neat, colorful, attractive) 5 points

Total Possible 25 points

Genetic Disorder Fact Sheet

General information: What other names are there for this disorder? (Example: Down Syndrome is also Trisomy 21) How frequently does it occur? (Example: 1 in 350 births) Who is at risk? What population is affected? What is the life expectancy of individuals with this disorder? Can they have children as adults? Will those children be affected?

Symptoms: Does it affect muscle tone, appearance, mental ability, digestion, etc.?

Diagnosis: Are there prenatal tests for this disorder? Is there a screening test for newborns? Is it diagnosed later in life?

Inheritance: What is the cause and how is it inherited? Is it caused by a mutation? A nondisjuncture (extra chromosome)? Is it sex-linked, recessive, and/or dominant? What gene or chromosome is involved? (Examples: X, Y, 21)

Treatment: What kind of medical assistance will the affected child need? Will further assistance be needed, as the child grows older? Are there any treatments or cures? Medicines? Dietary restrictions? Behavioral treatment? Gene therapy?

Other interesting facts: Are there any famous people who have had this disorder? Any other interesting information?

Foundations or Support Groups:

Sources:

Specifics for Individual Projects

All of the categories of information on the fact sheet must be included for each project. There must be a minimum of 2 visuals (pictures, drawings, charts, etc.) related to the chosen condition. The information should be presented in an organized and appealing manner.

PowerPoint: There should be a minimum of 10 slides, but there should be no more than 35 words per slide to make reading easier. Bullets often tend to work better than complete sentences for PowerPoint. Be sure to include a title slide and a reference slide. Name and block should be included on the title slide.

Tri-fold brochure: Include information on each section and incorporate pictures as noted above. References and student name and block should go on the back center section.

Poster: This will require more creativity as all the information will be seen at once. Neatness is especially important. The different sections of information will need to be arranged in a creative way with the visuals to ensure that the poster is informative and interesting rather than busy and distracting. Name, block, and references should be placed on the back of the poster.

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