Introduction

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Thursday, March 13, 2014

Daily Summary 03-13

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BIOLOGY
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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:

– Work on ESLP



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HONORS BIOLOGY
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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]

– 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:

– 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 12, 2014

Daily Summary 03-12

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BIOLOGY
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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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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 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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BIOLOGY
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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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HONORS BIOLOGY
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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

– 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]

– 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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PRINCIPLES OF THE BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES (PBS)
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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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BIOLOGY
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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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HONORS BIOLOGY
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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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PRINCIPLES OF THE BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES (PBS)
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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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BIOLOGY
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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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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 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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