This resource challenges the traditional focus on Mendelian genetics by exploring how most traits are influenced by multiple genes and environmental factors. It offers practical strategies for teaching multifactorial inheritance, emphasizing real-world applications like breast cancer genetics, taste perception, and Māori perspectives on genetic risk. Designed for Year 10 science educators, it encourages a shift towards genetics literacy that reflects the complexity of human biology.
Image: Nothing Ahead [Pexels]