Great Transitions: The Origin of Humans

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Summary

Which traits distinguish humans from other primates? When and where did these traits evolve? Analysis of the major fossil finds from Africa, dating back to 4.4 million years ago, provides answers to these questions and reveals the history of our evolutionary origins.

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Curriculum Connections:

  • NGSS (2013) LS - 3
  • NGSS (2013) ESS - 1
  • AP Biology (2012-2013) - 2
  • IB Biology (2009) - 5
NGSS (2013) LS
MS-LS4-1, MS-LS4-2, HS-LS4-1
NGSS (2013) ESS
MS-ESS1-4
AP Biology (2012-2013)
1.A.4, 1.B.2
IB Biology (2009)
5.4.2, 5.4. D.3.5, 5.4. D.3.6, 5.4. D.3.7&ndash, 10