Learning Basic Genetics with Interactive Computer Programs

By Xiaoli Yang and Charles C. Tseng

Traditionally, genetics laboratory exercises at the university level focus on mono- and dihybrid crosses and phenotypic analysis--exercises under traditional time, materials, and process constraints. Lately, molecular techniques such as gene cloning, polymerase chain reactions (PCR), and bioinformatics are being included in many teaching laboratories--where affordable. Human chromosome analysis, when present at all, has often been restricted to simple identification of chromosomes by number, through the usual "cut-and-paste" method. Although several online karyotyping (chromosome identification) programs have become available, they are not meaningful for studying the dynamics of the chromosome system, nor do they help students understand genetics as a discipline. The software that accompanies this book has been shown to be an ideal tool for learning about genetics, which requires a combination of understanding, conceptualization, and practical experience.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1461460824
• ISBN13: 9781461460824
• Release Date: May 2013
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 261 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.3" x 9.3"