Work through the resource on genetic influences on development

Watch Genetics   (good review of genetics if you need it)

Gene SNP Overview

step2.

Read Chapter 2

There are two elearning self assessments to check your understanding in each chapter. There are also scenarios that you can engage in and links to important sites on the web.  Take advantage of each of these resources to help you develop deep conceptual understanding

step 3

Investigate the connection between genetics and intelligence and personality

Review Is Intelligence Determined by Genetics?

task

Scenario Analysis: A friend emphatically insists that intelligence is set at birth based on genetics and that there is nothing one can do about it.  Using evidence from research, build a case why this statement is either true or false.  Cite your sources.