Genetic Tree

Objective: Following basic instruction on using Inspiration software, create a family genetic tree in order to determine your health risks of genetic diseases.

1) Go to http://www.inspiration.com/Curriculum-Integration/Inspiration and watch the videos on how to use the software.

2) Open Inspiration software http://www.inspiration.com/freetrial , select Webspiration Pro at the bottom of the page, create a free account and password, once you log on select diagram, select the symbols you want to use and drag them onto the screen. Select the line icon to connect the symbols. Use any shapes, images, or symbols from the library that you desire. Go back to your grandparents on your mother and father sides unless you have five or more aunts and uncles on one side (then select this side only). Use a heart sign to link a marriage or union. Identify health problems that you are aware of for your family members. Identify the deceased and dates with gray and health conditions with a symbol. Insert any other graphics you desire. Once your tree is complete, erase the sample tree below and copy and paste (Edit – Select All – Copy) your tree into this word document. If this does not work - On a PC, hold down the Alt key, press the PrtScn, then paste the screen below. On a Mac, hold down the Command and Shift key, then hit 3 and then paste it

Sample Tree

3) Based on your genetic tree, are there any genetic conditions that you should be aware of in your family? If so, list them.

4) Based on your family tree, what is the most common cause of death?

5) Based on your family tree, what is the most common health risk factor?

6) Choose one of the health topics below and create a concept map using Inspiration only. You can use the images from the library or import pictures from the internet. Paste your concept map below.

Heart disease risk factors

Classification of psychoactive drugs and examples

Food groups and examples of each

Examples of carbs, proteins, and fats

Blood vessel network

CPR steps

Smoking effects on body

Health-related physical fitness components

Infectious disease risk factors