Section: Module 5: Lesson 3: Human Gametogenesis | Biology | NextGenU.org

  • Learning Objectives:
    • Describe the progression (and relation to mitosis and meiosis) of the spermatogonium to the primary spermatocyte, to the secondary spermatocyte, to the spermatid, and to the spermatozoan.
    Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 52 minutes.

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    • Required Learning Resources and Activities
    • Read the content under the heading "Gametogenesis (Spermatogenesis and Oogenesis)." (4 minutes)

      Rice University - 2016

    • In this activity, participants will describe the process of gametogenesis. (100 min)

      Instructions: 

      Step 1: Analyze

      Review the required learning materials for this lesson.

      Human Reproductive Anatomy and Gametogenesis 

      Step 2: Respond 

      Prepare a 250-300 word piece discussing the function of each organ in the female reproductive anatomy. Your response should address the following points: 

      • Describe the process of gametogenesis. 
      • Explain how it ensures genetic variation.

      Step 3: Share 

      To share your work, click on the “Add a new discussion topic” button under this post and paste your work in the “Message” box. Make sure to reference others’ intellectual property when necessary. All references should follow 7th Edition APA formatting. For further instructions, see the resource on the Himmelfarb Health Sciences Library: APA citation resource (N.B. references are excluded from word counts).

      Step 4: Interact

      Evaluate and categorize the work from one of your peers based on items A - D of the rubric below. Provide a rationale for the grade you have provided, as well as comments or suggestions for improvement. To post a reply, click “Reply” on a particular discussion, write your feedback and then click on “Post to forum.” 

      You can use the list below as an example:

      Item A is  .…. because….  My suggestions for improvement are….
      Item B is  .…. because….  My suggestions for improvement are….
      Item C is  .…. because….  My suggestions for improvement are….
      Item D is  .…. because….  My suggestions for improvement are….

      OPTIONAL Step 5: Interact (10 minutes)

      If you would like to, you can reply to your peers' posts in a respectful and professional manner. Ensure that your post engages your peers' ideas by including a reflection on their comments, sharing ideas of other potential difficulties and parties involved, or asking thought-provoking questions. If a peer comments on your posting, please reply. To post a reply, click “Reply” on a particular discussion, write your feedback and then click on “Post to forum.”