Mr. Bursch's Science Site: 03/01/2014

Monday, March 31, 2014

Daily Summary 03-31

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BIOLOGY
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AGENDA:

– Objectives: SWBAT, in review, describe the structure and major functions of the biomolecule known as DNA, plus be able to describe genetic mutations and their possible effects on proteins/organisms

– Warm-up: Copy and answer the review questions that appear after this agenda slide (10 points, get stamp on log) [10]

– Work on unit review handout [30]

– Get mutations activity stamped if you didn’t last week [~30]

– Last day to turn in genetic code/protein synthesis activity

– If you still need to correct an unscored online DNA quizzes, make an appointment to come in to Wednesday tutorial

– DNA UNIT EXAM TOMORROW (p.3) and WEDNESDAY (p.2)

HOMEWORK:

–Review for DNA Unit Exam

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AGENDA:

– Warm-up: Copy and answer the review questions that appear after this agenda slide (10 points, get stamp on log) [10]

– Work on unit review handout [30]

– Get mutations activity stamped if you didn’t last week [~30]

– Check out laptop, correct unscored online DNA quizzes [~30]

– Last day to turn in genetic code/protein synthesis activity

– DNA UNIT EXAM TOMORROW

HOMEWORK:

– Review for DNA Unit Exam

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AGENDA:

– Objective: SWBAT complete activity 3.2.3, start 3.3.1

– WARM-UP: Explain how a single mutation of one base (e.g. C being changed to T) in DNA can cause a problem like sickle cell disorder.

– Complete activity 3.2.3: Does Changing One Nucleotide Make a Big Difference? (Drawings due in class today, activity handout portion due by 9 pm tonight in LMS)

– Start Activity 3.3.1: complete steps 1, 2, & 3 of part 1

HOMEWORK:

– Make sure activity 3.2.3 is finished and submitted by 9:00 pm tonight

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Friday, March 28, 2014

Daily Summary 03-28

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AGENDA:

– Objectives: SWBAT describe DNA mutations and their possible effects on proteins/organisms

– Warm-up: What is a genetic mutation? What kinds of mutations do you suppose could occur? What might cause these mutations? [5]

– Review the genetic code and protein synthesis [8]

– Overview of genetic mutations [20]

– Mutations activity [30]

– Finish genetic code/protein synthesis activity (due today) [25]

– Correct any still unscored online DNA quizzes (by group) [~25]

– Work on ESLP

HOMEWORK:

– Work on ESLP

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HONORS BIOLOGY
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NO CLASS TODAY (SEE YESTERDAY'S POST)

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PRINCIPLES OF THE BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES (PBS)
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AGENDA:

– Objective: SWBAT complete activity 3.2.3

– WARM-UP: What is a substitution mutation? A deletion mutation? Explain why one usually has much more serious consequences than the other.

– Concept maps from 3.2.1??? Other late stuff??

– Turn in Botany of Desire paragraphs

– Start activity 3.2.3: Does Changing One Nucleotide Make a Big Difference?

HOMEWORK:

– Make sure activity 3.2.3 is finished and submitted by 9:00 pm Monday

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Thursday, March 27, 2014

Daily Summary 03-27

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AGENDA:

– Objectives: SWBAT describe DNA mutations and their possible effects on proteins/organisms

– Warm-up: What is a genetic mutation? What kinds of mutations do you suppose could occur? What might cause these mutations? [5]

– Review the genetic code and protein synthesis [8]

– Overview of genetic mutations [20]

– Mutations activity [30]

– Finish genetic code/protein synthesis activity (due today) [25]

– Correct any still unscored online DNA quizzes (by group) [~25]

– Work on ESLP

HOMEWORK:

– Objectives: SWBAT describe DNA mutations and their possible effects on proteins/organisms

– Warm-up: What is a genetic mutation? What kinds of mutations do you suppose could occur? What might cause these mutations? [5]

– Mutations lesson (including activity) with Co-Teachers [60]

– Finish genetic code/protein synthesis activity (due today) [25]

– Correct online DNA quiz (by group) [~25]

– Stamp 12-3 section assessment [~25]

– Work on ESLP

HOMEWORK:

– Work on ESLP

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PRINCIPLES OF THE BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES (PBS)
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NO CLASS TODAY (SEE YESTERDAY'S POST)

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Wednesday, March 26, 2014

Daily Summary 03-26

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BIOLOGY
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AGENDA:

– Objectives: SWBAT describe the process of protein synthesis in cells

– Warm-up: Considering what we have seen so far regarding protein production in cells, what are some possible reasons why a protein may end up malformed, non-functional, or both? What evidence could you use to support your hypothesis for the cause you are naming? [8]

– Review the genetic code and protein synthesis [15]

– Finish genetic code and protein synthesis activity (due next class meeting) [65]

HOMEWORK:

– Work on ESLP

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HONORS BIOLOGY
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NO CLASS TODAY (SEE YESTERDAY'S POST)

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PRINCIPLES OF THE BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES (PBS)
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AGENDA:

– Objective: SWBAT complete activity 3.2.2

– WARM-UP: What is a substitution mutation? A deletion mutation? Explain why one usually has much more serious consequences than the other.

– Concept maps from 3.2.1??? Other late stuff??

– Turn in Botany of Desire paragraphs

– Finish Activity 3.2.2: The Genetic Code and submit [30]

– Start activity 3.2.3: Does Changing One Nucleotide Make a Big Difference?

HOMEWORK:

– Make sure activity 3.2.2 is finished and submitted by 9:00 pm tonight

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Tuesday, March 25, 2014

Daily Summary 03-25

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AGENDA:

– Objectives: SWBAT describe the process of protein synthesis in cells

– Review the genetic code and protein synthesis [15]

– Finish genetic code and protein synthesis activity (due next class meeting) [65]

HOMEWORK:

– Objectives: SWBAT describe the process of protein synthesis in cells

– Review the genetic code and protein synthesis [15]

– Finish genetic code and protein synthesis activity (due next class meeting) [65]

– Stamp assignments from Co-Teachers’ lessons

HOMEWORK:

– Section Assessment questions from 12-3, ALL

Monday, March 24, 2014

Daily Summary 03-24

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AGENDA:

– Objectives: SWBAT describe the process of protein synthesis in cells

– Warm-up: Why are proteins so important in living cells (tissues, organisms, etc.)?

– Introduction to the genetic code and protein synthesis [20]

– Genetic code and protein synthesis activity [25]

HOMEWORK:

– Objectives: SWBAT describe the process of protein synthesis in cells

– Warm-up: Why are proteins so important in living cells (tissues, organisms, etc.)?

– Review of the genetic code and protein synthesis [20]

– Genetic code and protein synthesis activity [25]

HOMEWORK:

– Work on ESLP

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AGENDA:

– Objective: SWBAT complete activity 3.2.2

– WARM-UP: Have you turned in everything from Unit 3 so far?

– Concept maps from 3.2.1??? Other late stuff??

– Turn in Botany of Desire paragraphs

– Finish Activity 3.2.2: The Genetic Code [45]

HOMEWORK:

– NONE

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Friday, March 21, 2014

Daily Summary 03-21

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AGENDA:

– Objectives: SWBAT respond thoughtfully to one Viewer’s Guide question from each chapter of The Botany of Desire

– Warm-up: Have you signed up to co-teach? No, why not??? If you have, what topic(s) are you going to teach?

– Summarizing discussion: The Botany of Desire (p.3 & p.5) [10]

– Check out a laptop [5]

– DNA Structure and Replication Quiz [20]

– Check in with your ESLP team and begin/continue planning [40]

– Finish DNA Bead Activity and submit (last day to get credit)

– Introduction to the genetic code and protein synthesis [20]

– Turn in DNA Origami anytime during DNA Unit for bonus pts

HOMEWORK:

– Objective: SWBAT respond thoughtfully to one Viewer’s Guide question from each chapter of The Botany of Desire

– WARM-UP: What is the biochemical connection between a plant’s genes (sections of its DNA) and the physical traits it exhibits? In other words, how do organisms make biomolecules if those biomolecules aren’t produced directly from the plant’s DNA base codes?

– Concept maps from 3.2.1??? Other late stuff??

– Turn in Botany of Desire paragraphs

– Finish Activity 3.2.2: The Genetic Code [65]

HOMEWORK:

– NONE

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Thursday, March 20, 2014

Daily Summary 03-20

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AGENDA:

– Objectives: SWBAT respond thoughtfully to one Viewer’s Guide question from each chapter of The Botany of Desire

– Warm-up: Have you signed up to co-teach? No, why not??? If you have, what topic(s) are you going to teach?

– Summarizing discussion: The Botany of Desire (p.3 & p.5) [10]

– Check out a laptop [5]

– DNA Structure and Replication Quiz [20]

– Check in with your ESLP team and begin/continue planning [40]

– Finish DNA Bead Activity and submit (last day to get credit)

– Introduction to the genetic code and protein synthesis [20]

– Turn in DNA Origami anytime during DNA Unit for bonus pts

HOMEWORK:

– Work on ESLP

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AGENDA:

– Objectives: SWBAT respond thoughtfully to one Viewer’s Guide question from each chapter of The Botany of Desire

– Warm-up: What topic(s) are you going to Co-teach? Have you prepared yet? We are now about two weeks off (behind) from the pacing calendar.

– Summarizing discussion: The Botany of Desire (p.3 & p.5) [10]

– Check out a laptop [5]

– DNA Structure and Replication Quiz [20]

– Introduction to the genetic code and protein synthesis [35]

– Check in with your ESLP team and begin/continue planning [40]

HOMEWORK:

–Work on ESLP

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PRINCIPLES OF THE BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES (PBS)
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NO CLASS TODAY (SEE YESTERDAY'S POST)

HOMEWORK:

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BIOLOGY and HONORS BIOLOGY: QUIZ: DNA Structure and Replication

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QUIZ: DNA Structure and Replication

Open the above quiz in Google Drive by clicking on the link
Convert the file to a Google Doc by using the "Open with" command under the "File" menu
To select an answer, make your choice bold and underlined.
When you have completed the quiz, have Mr. Bursch check your answers so he and you can know your score

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Wednesday, March 19, 2014

Daily Summary 03-19

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AGENDA:

– Objectives: SWBAT respond thoughtfully to one Viewer’s Guide question from each chapter of The Botany of Desire

– Warm-up: If you need to sign up for a Co-Teaching slot, Friday is your next opportunity

– Summarizing discussion: The Botany of Desire [10]

– Either check in with your ESLP team or fellow Co-Teachers [10]

– Finish DNA Bead Activity and submit

– Turn in DNA Origami anytime during DNA Unit for bonus pts

– CO-TEACHERS: Have you submitted your lesson plan and self-evaluation to Mr. Bursch (already taught your lesson)?

HOMEWORK:

– Write a short paragraph response for EACH of two questions you select to answer from The Botany of Desire Viewers’ Guide (any chapter)—MUST be turned in by Friday for credit

–Work on ESLP

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HONORS BIOLOGY
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NO CLASS TODAY (SEE YESTERDAY'S POST)

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AGENDA:

– Objective: SWBAT respond thoughtfully to one Viewer’s Guide question from each chapter of The Botany of Desire

– Concept maps from 3.2.1???

–Begin Activity 3.2.2: The Genetic Code [15]

HOMEWORK:

– Short paragraph response for each question you select from The Botany of Desire Viewers’ Guide (1 per chapter)

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Tuesday, March 18, 2014

Daily Summary 03-18

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AGENDA:

– Objectives: SWBAT respond thoughtfully to one Viewer’s Guide question from each chapter of The Botany of Desire

– Warm-up: If you need to sign up for a Co-Teaching slot, Thursday is your next opportunity

– Watch The Botany of Desire [20]

– Turn in DNA Origami anytime during DNA Unit for bonus pts

– CO-TEACHERS: Have you submitted your lesson plan and self-evaluation to Mr. Bursch (already taught your lesson)?

HOMEWORK:

– Write a short paragraph response for EACH of two questions you select to answer from The Botany of Desire Viewers’ Guide (any chapter)—MUST be turned in by Friday for credit

– Objectives: SWBAT respond thoughtfully to one Viewer’s Guide question from each chapter of The Botany of Desire

– Warm-up: Wild apples (Malus sieversii) possess a tremendous amount of (genetic and physical) diversity within the species—considerably more diversity than the domesticated apple, a direct descendant. How do you think this loss of diversity is reflected in our agricultural practices today? [5]

– Watch The Botany of Desire

– CO-TEACHERS: Have you submitted your lesson plan and self-evaluation to Mr. Bursch (already taught your lesson)?

HOMEWORK:

– Finish paragraph responses for each question you select to answer from The Botany of Desire Viewers’ Guide (1 per chapter)

Monday, March 17, 2014

Daily Summary 03-17

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AGENDA:

– Objectives: SWBAT respond thoughtfully to one Viewer’s Guide question from each chapter of The Botany of Desire

– Warm-up: Which ESLP project are you signed up for? Who are you working with? What have you done so far? [5]

– ESLP reminders and suggestions (period 2 only) [10]

– Finish DNA Bead Activity (period 2 only) [20]

– Finish watching The Botany of Desire

– Turn in DNA Origami anytime during DNA Unit for bonus pts

– CO-TEACHERS: Have you submitted your lesson plan and self-evaluation to Mr. Bursch (already taught your lesson)?

HOMEWORK:

– Write a short paragraph response for EACH of two questions you select to answer from The Botany of Desire Viewers’ Guide (any chapter)

– Objectives: SWBAT respond thoughtfully to one Viewer’s Guide question from each chapter of The Botany of Desire

– Warm-up: If you had to make a case for which kingdom of organisms (plants or animals) had more influence over the direction of the evolution of the entire biosphere, what would you argue and why? [5]

– Start watching The Botany of Desire

– CO-TEACHERS: Have you submitted your lesson plan and self-evaluation to Mr. Bursch (already taught your lesson)?

HOMEWORK:

–Write a short paragraph response for each question you select to answer from The Botany of Desire Viewers’ Guide (1 per chapter)

–Work on ESLP

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AGENDA:

– Objective: SWBAT respond thoughtfully to one Viewer’s Guide question from each chapter of The Botany of Desire

– WARM-UP: What is one surprising thing you saw/heard in TBD about the plants being described?

– Finish watching The Botany of Desire

HOMEWORK:

– Write a short paragraph response for each question you select to answer from The Botany of Desire Viewers’ Guide (1 per chapter)

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Thursday, March 13, 2014

Daily Summary 03-13

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AGENDA:

– Objectives: SWBAT carry out the tasks for the next stage of their ESLP project

– Warm-up: Which ESLP project are you signed up for? Who are you working with? What have you done so far? [5]

– New stamp logs [~5]

– ESLP reminders and suggestions [10]

– Finish DNA Bead Activity

– Work on ESLP

– DNA Origami (BONUS CREDIT)

– CO-TEACHERS: Have you submitted your lesson plan and self-evaluation to Mr. Bursch (already taught your lesson)?

HOMEWORK:

– Objectives: SWBAT carry out the tasks for the next stage of their ESLP project

– Warm-up: Which ESLP project are you signed up for? Who are you working with? What have you done so far? [5]

– ESLP reminders and suggestions [10]

– Work on ESLP

– Finish DNA Bead Activity

– Finish DNA Origami and turn in—make sure your name is on it!

– CO-TEACHERS: Have you submitted your lesson plan and self-evaluation to Mr. Bursch (already taught your lesson)?

HOMEWORK:

Wednesday, March 12, 2014

Daily Summary 03-12

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AGENDA:

– Objectives: SWBAT describe the structure of a DNA nucleotide, the DNA double helix, chromatin, and a eukaryotic chromosome

– Warm-up: About 6 feet (1.6 million micrometers) of DNA can be found in the nucleus of a typical human cell, but the cell itself is usually no bigger than 10 or 20 micrometers in diameter. Explain how this is possible. [5]

– Turn in Mitosis Mini-book, Assignment Stamp Log (now late)

– Continue introduction to DNA [15]

– DNA Bead Activity, Parts I and II [55]

– DNA Origami (BONUS CREDIT) [25]

HOMEWORK:

– Sketch and describe the different levels of structure in a eukaryotic chromosome. Use p. 297 in your text and the internet (DUE THURSDAY/FRIDAY)

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NO CLASS TODAY (SEE YESTERDAY'S POST)

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AGENDA:

– Objective: SWBAT describe the process of protein synthesis and how mutations in DNA affect protein products

– WARM-UP: Where (in a cell) are the instructions kept for building proteins?

– Complete activity 3.2.1

– Work out file submission issues

HOMEWORK:

– NONE

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Tuesday, March 11, 2014

Daily Summary 03-11

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AGENDA:

– Objectives: SWBAT describe the structure of a DNA nucleotide, the DNA double helix, chromatin, and a eukaryotic chromosome

– Turn in Mitosis Mini-book, Assignment Stamp Log (now late)

– Continue introduction to DNA [15]

– DNA Bead Activity, Parts I and II [55]

– DNA Origami (BONUS CREDIT) [25]

HOMEWORK:

– Sketch and describe the different levels of structure in a eukaryotic chromosome. Use p. 297 in your text and the internet (DUE THURSDAY/FRIDAY)

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AGENDA:

– Objectives: SWBAT describe the structure of a DNA nucleotide, the DNA double helix, chromatin, and a eukaryotic chromosome AND explain DNA replication, including the main enzymes used

– Briefly review DNA basics [10]

– DNA replication overview [10 - 15]

– DNA Bead Activity, Parts I, II, & III [45 - 55]

– DNA Origami

HOMEWORK:

– DNA Origami

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AGENDA:

– Objective: SWBAT realistically describe in detail what life can be like for people living with sickle cell disease, including emotional aspects

– WARM-UP: What do you think is the most difficult part of living with sickle cell anemia?

– Finish and submit Sickle Cell Diaries [30]

– Start lesson

HOMEWORK:

– Read introduction to lesson 3.2

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Monday, March 10, 2014

Daily Summary 03-10

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AGENDA:

– Objectives: SWBAT describe the structure of a DNA nucleotide, the DNA double helix, chromatin, and a eukaryotic chromosome

– Warm-up: From what you already know, come up with at least two factual details about DNA (its chemical composition, molecular structure, its function, etc.) [5]

– Turn in Mitosis Mini-book (now late)

– Turn in Assignment Stamp Log (now late)

– Introduction to DNA: the structure of a DNA nucleotide, the DNA double helix, chromatin, and a eukaryotic chromosome

HOMEWORK:

– Sketch and describe the different levels of structure in a eukaryotic chromosome. Use p. 297 in your text and the internet (HINT: use the search phrase “chromosome structure”)

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AGENDA:

– Objectives: SWBAT describe the structure of a DNA nucleotide, the DNA double helix, chromatin, and a eukaryotic chromosome

– Warm-up: From what you already know, come up with at least three factual details about DNA (its chemical composition, molecular structure, its function, etc.) [5]

– Introduction to DNA: the structure of a DNA nucleotide, the DNA double helix, chromatin, and a eukaryotic chromosome

HOMEWORK:

– Draw (in detail) and describe the different levels of structure in a eukaryotic chromosome. Use p. 297 in your text and the internet to help you.

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AGENDA:

– Objective: SWBAT realistically describe in detail what life can be like for people living with sickle cell disease, including emotional aspects

– WARM-UP: What do you think is the most difficult part of living with sickle cell anemia?

– Finish and submit Sickle Cell Diaries [30]

– Start lesson

HOMEWORK:

– Read introduction to lesson 3.2

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Friday, March 7, 2014

Daily Summary 03-07

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AGENDA:

– Objectives: SWBAT demonstrate basic understanding of major cells processes by earning 70% or higher on Major Cell Processes Unit Quiz AND make progress on ESLP

– Warm-up: Typically when a eukaryotic cell divides, it produces how many daughter cells? If the original dividing cell has 22 chromosomes and divides by undergoing mitosis, how many chromosomes should each daughter cell have? [5]

– Major Cell Processes (Photosynthesis, Cellular respiration, Cell Growth & Division) Unit Quiz [25]

– ESLP help and Q & A session [10]

– Turn in Mitosis Mini-book

– Turn in Assignment Stamp Log

– Work on ESLP with your group [50]

HOMEWORK:

– Discuss next steps (with your team) for your ESLP and make at least one entry in your project activity log

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NO CLASS TODAY (SEE YESTERDAY'S POST)

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AGENDA:

– Objective: SWBAT describe the major molecular components of blood and explain what causes the symptoms seen in those with sickle cell anemia

– WARM-UP: What are common complications of sickle cell disorder? Why is it considered an anemia?

– Sickle Cell Diaries [80]

HOMEWORK:

– Finish Sickle Cell Diaries

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Thursday, March 6, 2014

Daily Summary 03-06

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AGENDA:

– Objectives: SWBAT demonstrate basic understanding of major cell processes by earning 70% or higher on Major Cell Processes Unit Quiz AND make progress on ESLP

– Major Cell Processes (Photosynthesis, Cellular respiration, Cell Growth & Division) Unit Quiz [25]

– ESLP help and Q & A session [10]

– Turn in Mitosis Mini-book

– Turn in Assignment Stamp Log

– Work on ESLP with your group [50]

HOMEWORK:

– Objectives: SWBAT demonstrate basic understanding of major cell processes by earning 80% or higher on Major Cell Processes Unit Quiz AND make progress on ESLP

– Major Cell Processes (Photosynthesis, Cellular respiration, Cell Growth & Division) Unit Quiz [15]

– ESLP help and Q & A session [10]

– CTE: Introduction to DNA [45]

HOMEWORK:

Introduction to DNA

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Wednesday, March 5, 2014

Daily Summary 03-05

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AGENDA:

– Objective: SWBAT explain how eukaryotic cells are able to reproduce (make new cells from existing cells)

– Warm-up: If at some point during the process of division of a eukaryotic cell (including mitosis) a serious error occurs, what are some of the probable outcomes (what is likely to occur as a consequence)? What is an unlikely but potentially dangerous outcome for the entire organism? Explain. [5]

– Review cell cycle, mitosis [5]

– Mitosis Mini-book [75]

– Finish 10-2 section assessment questions (DUE today) [~75]

– Cell Size and Diffusion Rates Experiment (if not yet done) [~10]

– When everything else is finished work on Unit Review [~20]

– Check/stamp any as of yet unchecked assignments

HOMEWORK:

– Finish Mitosis mini-book (DUE NEXT MEETING)

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NO CLASS TODAY (SEE YESTERDAY'S POST)

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AGENDA:

– Objective: SWBAT describe the major molecular components of blood and explain what causes the symptoms seen in those with sickle cell anemia

– WARM-UP: What do diabetes (certain forms, at least) and sickle cell disease have in common?

– Possible Evolutionary Origins of Diabetes [10]

– Sickle Cell Diaries [40]

HOMEWORK:

– Finish Sickle Cell Diaries

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Tuesday, March 4, 2014

BIOLOGY and HONORS BIOLOGY: Major Cell Processes Unit: Review Questions

Monday, March 3, 2014

Daily Summary 03-03

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AGENDA:

– Objective: SWBAT explain how eukaryotic cells are able to reproduce (make new cells from existing cells)

– Warm-up: Karyokinesis (the separation of the full sets of chromosomes to opposite ends of the cell, aka, mitosis) and cytokinesis (the sharing of cytoplasm between two daughter cells) are two very important parts of cell division in eukaryotic cells. Why? [5]

– Review cell cycle, mitosis [5]

– Cell growth and division: read section 10-2, answer all section assessment questions [20]

– Turn in “Effects of Exercise on Respiration” lab (LATE) [~20]

– Cell Size and Diffusion Rates Experiment (if not yet done) [10]

– Mitosis Mini-book [10]

– Check/stamp any as of yet unchecked assignments

HOMEWORK:

– Finish Mitosis mini-book (DUE NEXT MEETING)

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AGENDA:

– Objective: SWBAT explain the operation of the basic control systems for regulating cell growth

– Warm-up: How do you suppose cells know when to stop growing? [5]

– Regulation of the Cell Cycle (Anthoniel & Sofia) [25 - 30]

– Put finishing touches on Mitosis Mini-book and turn in [20]

– Submit U of A Onion Root Tips Activity (online) [~20]

– Check/stamp any as of yet unchecked assignments (10-2)

HOMEWORK:

– Any homework given by your student teachers

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AGENDA:

– Objective: SWBAT describe the major molecular components of blood and explain what causes the symptoms seen in those with sickle cell anemia

– WARM-UP: What do diabetes (certain forms, at least) and sickle cell disease have in common?

– Possible Evolutionary Origins of Diabetes [40]

– Sickle Cell Diaries [10]

HOMEWORK:

– None

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