The study of the following unit on sociobiological genetics is designed to be instructional for those students who have a basic background in genetics, sexual and asexual reproduction and molecular biology. Although the unit will cover all of this information, it is assumed that the additional suggested references are being used.
Each lesson is structured to begin with learning objectives and end with suggested thought questions and glossary words. Within the text the material is explained and special annotations are provided for the instructor.
The level of difficulty of the material and the extent of research and laboratory investigation with each lesson is left to the instructor’s discretion.