Ancestry and Identity in the Genomic Age

PBS Learning Media
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Resource Type
Classroom Material
Keywords
The Gene Ken Burns DNA RNA Genetics Ancestry Testing CRISPR Ken Burns An Intimate History personal genetics genetic code genes human genome genetic mapping genetic testing genetic identity
Subjects
Science
Grade Levels
Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12
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Ancestry and Identity in the Genomic Age

This lesson was created by the Personal Genetics Education Project, and paired with a clip from The Gene.

This lesson explores genetic ancestry testing and the exciting and complicated layers it can add to people's concepts of identity and history.

Interested in learning more? pgEd offers a companion lesson on how ancestry testing works.

 
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PBS Learning Media

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