Little Rock School District
Sophomore
Biology
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August
Student Learning Expectations: Nature of Science Standard 10: Students shall demonstrate an
understanding that science is a way of knowing. Explain why science is limited to natural
explanations of how the world works NS.10. B.1 Explain why science is limited to natural explanations of how the world works NS.10. B.2 Compare and contrast hypotheses, theories, and laws NS.10. B.3 Distinguish between a scientific theory and the term “theory” used in general conversation NS.10. B.4 Summarize the guidelines of science: A. Explanations are based on observations, evidence, and testing B. Hypotheses must be testable C. Understandings and/or conclusions may change with additional empirical data D. Scientific knowledge must have peer review and verification before acceptance Standard 11: Students shall design and safely conduct scientific inquiry NS.11. B.1 Develop and explain the appropriate procedure, controls, and variables (dependent and independent) in scientific experimentation NS.11. B.2 Research and apply appropriate safety precautions (refer to ADE Guidelines) when designing and/or conducting scientific investigations NS.11. B.3 Identify sources of bias that could affect experimental outcome NS.11. B.4 Gather and analyze data using appropriate summary statistics NS.11. B.5 Formulate valid conclusions without bias NS.11. B.6 Communicate experimental results using appropriate reports, figures, and tables Standard 12: Students shall demonstrate an
understanding of current life science theories. NS.12.B.1 Recognize that theories are scientific explanations that require empirical data, verification, and peer review NS.12.B.2 Understand that scientific theories may be modified or expanded based on additional empirical data, verification, and peer review Standard 13: Students shall use mathematics,
science equipment, and technology as tools to communicate and solve
life science problems NS.13.B.1. Collect and analyze scientific data using appropriate mathematical calculations, figures, and tables NS.13.B.2 Use appropriate equipment and technology as tools for solving problems (e.g., microscopes, centrifuges, flexible arm cameras, computer software and hardware) NS.13.B.3 Utilize technology to communicate research findings Standard 14: Students shall describe the
connections between pure and applied science. NS.14.B.1 Compare and contrast biological concepts in pure science and applied science NS.14.B.2 Discuss why scientists should work within ethical parameters Standard 15: Students shall describe various life
science careers and the training required for the selected career NS.15.B.1 Research and evaluate science careers using the following criteria:
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The major content themes of biology Ø Matter and Energy Ø Cells Ø Interdependence Ø Reproduction and Inheritance Ø Evolution Ø Homeostasis and Stability What science is and is not Ø Deals only with natural world Ø Explanations can be tested Ø Explanations are used to make predictions Ø Is revised to account for new evidence Ø Also refers to a body of knowledge that has accumulated after repeated attempts to verify/refute Process of science Ø Starts with observation Ø Form inferences Ø Develop hypotheses Ø Test hypotheses Ø Form Theories Hypotheses vs. theories vs. laws Ø What if statements Ø Researched, hypothesized and tested Ø Statements of occurrences in natural world Ø Peer collaboration Ø Peer verification
Designing an Experiment Ø Stating the problem Ø Forming hypotheses Ø Setting up controlled experiment Ø Recording and analyzing results Ø Drawing conclusions Ø *Science Fair Proposals Graphing Ø
How raw data must be
organized to reveal patterns Ø
How to take data and
create charts Ø
Using charts to
create graphs Ø
Interpret results by
what is seen and not what it is thought to be Analyzing
data includes Ø
Understanding slope
and rates of change Ø
Extrapolating
information from graphs Ø
Recognizing patterns
in data plots Ø
The role of
dependent and independent variables
A theory is more than a guess Ø
It involves research Ø
Tested hypothesis Ø
Peer review Ø
Must be repeatable Ø
May combine several
ideas Ø
Ex. Plate Tectonic
Theory and how it developed The tools of
science are Ø
Mathematics Ø
The metric system Ø
Various lab
equipment Ø
Data collecting
equipment Ø
Rulers Ø
Calculators Ø
Computers
The role of
science in society Ø
Science leads to
changes in technology Ø
the goal of science
is to improve human condition Ø
Life has value and
should be respected even during research Ø
Pure science is
research that leads to the research being applied or used for the good of
humankind
Careers in
science Ø
What are some of the
various life science careers? Ø
What kind of
training does it take to be a life scientist? Ø
What are the working
conditions and compensation for being a life scientist? |
How can you use the same skills and strategies as a scientist to learn
about your world? Guiding Questions 1.
What is the importance of the major themes of
biology? 2.
What is the role of experimental design in
biology? 3.
What systematic procedures are necessary to
investigate biological problems? 4.
What are important tools used in the study of
biology? 5.
What are useful data types and how are they
analyzed? 6.
What important mathematical manipulations should
be performed on qualitative data? 7.
Why is the scientific method a logical process for
observing the natural world 8.
What is the difference between a hypothesis and a
theory? 9.
Why it is important to acknowledge that science is
a human endeavor, not separate from society but a part of society? 10.
In
what ways do scientists make accommodations for differences in racial,
social, and ethnic backgrounds among scientists? Essential Question What are some of the various roles that science plays in society, especially in the workforce? |
Anchor
Assessments: Scientific Method Lab (Vitruvian Man) Lab Report Anchor Assessment Careers
in Life Science Term Paper and Presentation |
Liquid Volume Lab OR Volume Lab Mystery Canisters OR Length Lab Scientific Method: Vitruvian Man |
Resources Literacy Items
( found in LRSD Biology Literacy Notebook) “Owls use dung to “Fish” for Beetles” “Distinguishing Science and Pseudoscience” “Scientific Laws, Hypotheses, and Theories” “Wrong! Wrong! Wrong!” “Designing an Experiment” “The effects of steroids on athletes” “Experimental Design/Presentation Rubric” “ Experimental Design Reference” “Natural plant defenses-fight or flight?” “Suicide grasshoppers” “Brainwashed by Parasite Worms” “Toads that Go Pop in the night” “Weapons of Mouse Destruction?” “A Weed, a Fly, a Mouse and a Chain of Unintended Consequences” “Future Tech, Spare Parts” “Device Uses Sewage Bacteria to Produce Electricity” “Locus Inspire Technology That May Prevent Car Crashes” “Scientists sticking it to nature by replicating tiny gecko feet” |
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September Ecological and Biological Relationships Standard 8: Students shall demonstrate an
understanding of ecological and behavioral relationships among organisms.
EBR.8. B.1
Compare and
contrast the characteristics of biomes. Diagram the
carbon, nitrogen, phosphate, and water cycles in an ecosystem. Analyze an ecosystem’s
energy flow through food chains, food webs, and energy pyramids. Identify and
predict the factors that control population, including predation,
competition, crowding, water, nutrients, and shelter. Summarize the
symbiotic ways in which individuals within a community interact
with each other: commensalisms, parasitism and
mutualism EBR.8. B.7 Compare and
contrast primary succession with secondary succession. Identify the
properties of each of the five levels of ecology: organism, population
,community ,ecosystem and biosphere MC 2.B.6 Compare and contrast the functions of autotrophs and heterotrophs Standard
9: Students shall demonstrate an understanding of ecological impact of
global issues. EBR.9. B.1 Analyze the
effects of human population growth and technology on the Environment/biosphere. EBR.9. B.2 Evaluate long
range plans concerning resource use and by-product disposal in terms of
their environmental, economic, and political impact. EBR.9. B.3 Assess
current world issues applying scientific themes (e.g., global changes in
climate, epidemics, pandemics,
ozone depletion, UV radiation, natural resources, use of technology,
and public policy). Molecules and Cells Standard 1: Students shall demonstrate an
understanding of the role of chemistry in life processes. MC.1.B.1 Describe the structure and function of the major organic molecules found in living systems: Carbohydrates Proteins Lipids Nucleic Acids MC.1.B.2 Investigate the properties and importance of water and its significance for life: · surface tension ·
adhesion ·
cohesion ·
polarity ·
pH MC. 1.B.3 Describe the relationship between an enzyme and its substrate molecule(s) MC. 1.B.4 Explain the role of energy in chemical reactions of living systems:
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Ecology Levels of Organization Ø biosphere àBiomeà ecosystem à community à population à species à organism Energy flow Ø Autotroph vs. Heterotroph Ø Producers: photosynthesis and chemosynthesis Ø Consumers: herbivore, carnivore, detritivore, omnivore, decomposer Ø Feeding relationships: food chain vs. food web Ø Energy conversion and transfer by trophic levels Biosphere recycling Ø Water cycle Ø Nutrient cycles: Carbon, Nitrogen, Phosphorous Ecosystem productivity and biomass Factors shaping ecosystems: Ø Climate zones and Greenhouse phenomenon Ø Biotic and Abiotic factors Ø Niche concept Ø Community interactions: competition, predation, symbiotic interactions (commensalisms, mutualism, parasitism) Succession Ø Primary succession and pioneer species Ø Secondary succession Biomes Ø Identify defining characteristics of each Ø Terrestrial biomes: tropical rain and dry forests, savanna, desert, grassland, temperate woodland and shrubland, temperate forests, coniferous forests, boreal (taiga) forests, tundra Ø Aquatic ecosystems: Ø Freshwater – flowing, standing, Ø Wetland Ø Estuary Ø Marine – photic vs. aphotic Ø Zones, intertidal, coastal, coral Ø Reef, open ocean, benthic zone Population growth Ø Factors affecting and limiting growth Ø Density-dependent and density independent factors Ø Carrying capacity vs. exponential growth Ø Describe human population growth, analyze age structures, describe how humans growth has affected other species Human impact on the environment: Ø Biodiversity threat Ø 6th mass extinction Ø pollution, acid rain, ozone depletion, and greenhouse affect Ø global warming Ø exotic (introduced) species Ø conservation efforts and how individuals can affect change Review basic chemistry concepts: Ø atomic structure Ø bonding Ø covalent, ionic, hydrogen Ø elements and isotopes Carbon Ø chemistry of carbon Ø macromolecules of life – identify and describe structure (monomers) and examples of polymers Ø lipids, carbohydrates, proteins, Ø nucleic acids Chemistry of water: Ø polarity Ø hydrogen bonding Ø water properties Ø solutions and suspensions Ø pH – acids and bases and buffers Enzymes Ø reactions and activation energy Ø enzymes as catalysts Ø 3-D structure of enzymes Ø examples of enzymes Ø how enzymes work Ø regulation of enzymes |
How are all living things connected to one another and to the universe? 1.
How are the biotic factors of an ecosystem
different from the abiotic factors? 2.
What are the biotic and abiotic factors present in
a temperate deciduous forest? 3.
What is the general climate in each of the 7 major
biomes? 4.
What role does the climate play in determining the
types of organisms that can live in specific biomes? 5.
How does carbon enter the living part of the
carbon cycle? 6.
How does carbon re-enter the environment from
living things? 7.
How does nitrogen cycle from the environment into
living things? 8.
How does water enter and exit the biotic part of
the water cycle? 9.
How does energy cycle through an ecosystem? 10.
What
are some specific factors that limit growth of animal populations? 11.
What
are three types of symbiotic relationships between organisms?
Give an example of each type or relationship. 12.
How
does primary succession differ from secondary succession? 13.
How
do humans impact the carbon cycle and what are the global consequences? 14.
What
factors should be taken into consideration when deciding the location for
a new landfill? 15.
What
human activities have impacted the ozone layer? 16. Why is sustainable use of natural resources important?
Biochemistry How do molecules sustain living things? 1. What are the major groups of organic compounds and how do they function in living things? 2. What is an enzyme and how does it function in cells? 3. Why is water essential to life? 4. What are the distinguishing chemical and physical properties of water? |
Anchor Assessment: And Models from Carbohydrate Modeling Lab OR Models from Amino Acid Modeling Lab |
Ecology Labs Population Ecology (Goldfish) OR Random Sampling Food Web construction and manipulation Loss of Vegetation (trophic interaction) Biochemistry
Labs Chemistry of Carbohydrates (models) Chemistry of Amino Acids and Proteins (models) Pineapple Enzyme Lab OR Lactase Enzyme Lab |
HOLT INTERACTIVE "Ecosystem Dynamics" Literacy Materials (Ecology) “Soil Fertility in Agricultural Systems” “Power or Plants?” “What’s the big Deal About dirt?” “ A Diverse Ecosystem Offers Little or No Protection Against Invading Species” “Earth’s Uncanned Crusaders: Will Sardines Save Our Skin?” “A melting Glacier in Tibet serves as an Example and a Warning” “Overfishing is Emptying World’s Rivers, Lakes, Experts Warn” “Global Warming is Spurring Evolution, Study Says” “Is Global Warming Harmful to Health?” Literacy
Materials-Biochemistry “Enzymes may help brain clean the slates” “Enzyme may aid people with Celiac Disease” “Tiny Invader” “Lactic acid is not muscles' foe, it's fuel” |
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October( thru end of 1st 9 weeks) Nature of Sci. Standard 12 Students shall demonstrate an understanding of current life science theories. NS.12.B.4. Relate the development of the cell theory to current trends in cellular biology. Molecules and
Cells Standard 2: Students shall demonstrate an understanding of the structure and function of cells. MC 2.B.1 Compare and
contrast prokaryotes and eukaryotes. Describe the role of sub-cellular structures (organelles, ribosomes, & cytoskeleton) in the life of a cell. MC.2.B.5 Compare and
contrast the structures of an animal cell to a plant cell.
October (thru
remainder of month during 2nd 9 weeks) MC 2.B.4 Relate the
function of the plasma (cell) membrane to its structure.
MC. 2.B.11 Discuss homeostasis
using thermoregulation as an example. Compare and
contrast active transport and passive transport mechanisms:
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Cell structure and function Ø History: Hooke, van Leeuwenhoek Ø History: cell theory (Schleiden, Schwann, Virchow) Ø Symbiotic theory: Margulis Ø Levels of Organization Atoms -> Molecules->Cells-> Tissue->Organ->Organ System->Organism->Species->Population-> Community->Ecosystem->Biome->Biosphere Ø Eukaryotes vs. Prokaryotes o Be able to compare and contrast Eukaryotic cell structure o Organelles o Cytoplasm o Nucleus o Compare plant vs animal cell Ø Levels of organization Microscope use: Ø Identify parts of a microscope Ø Make specimen slides Ø Identify parts of cell Ø Cell membrane structure and function Ø Lipid bilayer Ø Cell wall Ø Diffusion through Ø Osmosis Ø Active transport Ø Homeostasis |
Cells Essential
question What are the activities cells carry out that are necessary to sustain life? Guiding Questions 1. The invention of what important tools led to the formation of the cell theory? 2. What is the cell theory? What evidence supports the cell theory? 3. What are prokaryotic cells? 4. What are eukaryotic cells? 5. How do prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells compare? 6. What organelles are found in eukaryotic cells? 7. What is the function of each organelle? 8. What is the difference between animal and plant cells? Plasma Membrane Essential Question: How does the Plasma membrane function as the gateway of a cell? 1. How do the responsibilities of cells in multi cellular organisms compare to the cells that comprise single-celled organisms? 2. What is the composition of the cell (plasma) membrane? 3. What are the processes that allow materials to enter and exit the cell? 4. What is homeostasis? 5. How do cells maintain homeostasis? |
Anchor Assessment: Anchor Assessment: |
Use
of Microscope & Techniques For Better Use osmosis/diffusion from AP lab book OR |
HOLT INTERACTIVE "Cell Transport and Homeostasis" Literacy Materials (Cell) “How Human Cells Get Their Marching Orders” “ Stressed to Death” “Stem Cell Surprise” “ Cells that Read Minds” |
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November Cellular Respiration and Photosynthesis Standard 3: Students shall demonstrate an
understanding of how cells obtain and use energy. (Energetics) Compare and
contrast the structure and function of mitochondria and chloroplasts. Describe and
model the conversion of light energy to chemical energy by
photosynthetic organisms (light dependent & independent reactions). Compare and
contrast cellular respiration and photosynthesis as
energy conversion pathways. MC.3.B.2 Describe and model the conversion of stored energy (glycolysis, citric acid cycle, electron
transport chain) in organic molecules into usable cellular energy (ATP). Standard 2: Students shall demonstrate an
understanding of the structure and function of cells.
Compare and contrast
aerobic and anaerobic respiration (lactic acid and alcoholic
fermentation). MC.3.B.4
Describe and model the conversion
of light energy to chemical energy by photosynthetic organisms:
The Cell
Cycle Describe the
main events in the cell cycle (mitosis, interphase, &
cytokinesis), including the differences in plant and animal cell
division. List in order and describe the stages of mitosis (prophase, metaphase, anaphase, &
telophase). Analyze the
meiotic maintenance of a constant chromosome number from one
generation to the next. |
Photosynthesis Ø Explain where plants get energy to produce food Ø Describe the role of ATP in cellular activities Photosynthesis overview: Ø Experiments of van Helmont, Priestley, Ingenhousz Ø Photosynthesis equation Ø Describe role of light and chlorophyll Photosynthesis reactions Ø Describe structure and function of chloroplast Ø Light-dependent reactions – describe what happens Ø Light-independent reactions – describe Calvin cycle Ø Identify factors that affect the rate of photosynthesis Cellular respiration Ø Chemical pathways o Explain what cellular respiration is o Describe what happens during glycolysis and products produced o Name and describe two main types of fermentation Ø Krebs cycle and Electron transport o Describe what happens during Krebs cycle and products produced o Explain how high-energy electrons are used in transport chain o Identify pathways the body uses to release energy during exercise Compare photosynthesis and cellular respiration
Cell cycle and Growth/Division Ø Describe and identify typical stages in cell’s life cycle Ø Somatic cell reproduction o Mitotic stages, identify and describe Ø Gamete production o Meiosis, identify and describe stages o Spermatogenesis vs. Oogenesis Ø Compare mitosis and meiosis Ø Regulation of cell cycle Ø How do cancer cells differ from other cells |
Cellular
Energetics” Why do living
things make or eat food? Guiding
Questions 1. How is the sun the ultimate source of energy for all living things? 2.
How do organisms
produce and use energy? 3.
What is cellular
fuel? 4. What are the reactants and products of respiration? 5. What is the difference between aerobic and anaerobic respiration? 6. What is the role of ATP in photosynthesis and respiration? Mitosis & Meiosis: How do cells grow, divide, and make new cells? Guiding Questions 1. What are mitosis and meiosis and which cells perform each process? 2. How does the chromosome number in parent cell and daughter cells differ with regards to mitosis and meiosis? 3. What is the difference in the way plant and animals undergo cell division? 4. How does crossing over act as the genetic mechanism for diversity? |
Anchor Assessments: Cellular Energetics Open Response item “How do certain living things use sunlight to make food and why are they eaten?” Compare and Contrast Respiration vs. Photosynthesis. Be sure to include the cell structures involved in each and how energy flows from the sun through living things. Compare/Contrast Essay on Mitosis vs. Meiosis OR |
Respiration
& Photos Labs Chromatography/ Photosynthesis lab from AP book Respiration of Germinating Seeds Lab Mitosis &
Meiosis Labs |
HOLT INTERACTIVE" Cellular Respiration" HOLT INTERACTIVE "Photosynthesis" HOLT INTERACTIVE "Cell Reproduction" Literacy
Materials “Lactic Acid Is Not Muscles’ Foe, It’s Fuel” “Breakthroughs/Immunology” “Modified Mice Stay Super-fit” “In the Genes” “Grow in The Dark” “Source of Half Earth’s Oxygen Gets Little Credit” |
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December Heredity and Evolution Standard 4: Students shall demonstrate an
understanding of heredity. HE.4.B.1
Differentiate among the laws and principles
of inheritance (dominance, segregation, independent assortment). Use the laws of probability and Punnett
squares to predict genotypic and phenotypic ratios. ·
sex linkage
HE.4.B.5 Analyze the historically significant work of
prominent geneticists. Evaluate karyotypes for abnormalities such as monosomy & trisomy. |
Genetics The work of Gregor Mendel Ø Describe Mendel’s work and summarize his conclusions Ø Explain principle of dominance Ø Law of segregation and independent assortment Probability Ø Describe what probability is Ø Explain how probability is used in genetics Ø Construct and read Punnett Squares Patterns of inheritance Ø Simple dominance Ø Co-dominance Ø Incomplete dominance Ø X-linked Ø Pedigree and karyotypes o Mutations/diseases |
Genetics: Why do living things not look the same? Guiding Questions 1. What are Mendel’s laws of heredity? 2. What are genotype and phenotype? 3. How do the terms heterozygous, homozygous, dominant and recessive relate to Mendelian genetics 4. What are the potential effects of genetic recombination and mutation on organisms? |
Anchor Assessment: Performance Assessment: Correctly Created and Diagnosed |
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Literacy Materials “ Gene that led to man found” “ Gene Study Identifies 5 Main Human Populations, Linking Them to Geography” “Still Evolving , Human Genes Tell New Story” “Without Gene, timid Mice Turn into Daredevils” “Study Offers New Insight Into Why Learning Disorders Are Genetic” “Early Risers have Mutated Gene, Study Says” “A Gene for Romance? So It seems( Ask the Vole) |
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January Standard 5: Students shall investigate the
molecular basis of genetics. HE.5.B.1 Model the components of a DNA nucleotide
and an RNA nucleotide. Describe the Watson-Crick double helix
model of DNA, using the base-pairing rule (adenine-thymine,
cytosine-guanine). Compare and contrast the structure and
function of DNA and RNA. Describe and model the processes of
replication, transcription, and translation. Compare and contrast the different types of mutation
events, including point mutation, frameshift mutation, deletion,
and inversion. Identify effects of changes brought about by mutations
(beneficial, harmful, & neutral). Molecules and Cells Standard 1 MC.1.B.1 Describe the structure and function of nucleic
acids found in living systems. Standard 12 NS.12.B.6 Relate the chromosome theory of heredity to
recent findings in genetic research (e.g., Human Genome
Project-HGP, chromosome therapy). NS.12.B.7 Research current events and topics in Biology Standard 6: Students shall examine the development
of the theory of biological evolution. Compare & contrast Lamarck's explanation
of evolution with HE.6.B.2 Darwin's theory of evolution by natural
selection. Recognize that evolution involves a change in allele
frequencies in a population across successive generations. Analyze the effects of mutations and
the resulting variations within a population in terms of natural
selection. Illustrate mass extinction events using a time
line. Evaluate evolution in terms of evidence as found in the following:
Nature of Science Standard 12 NS.12.B.2 Compare the processes of relative and
radioactive dating to determine the age of fossils. NS.12.B.3 Understand that scientific theories may be
modified or expanded based on empirical data, verification, & peer
review. Heredity and Evolution Standard 6 HE.6.B.7 Interpret a Cladogram |
Molecular biology Ø History of DNA – Griffith, Avery, Pauling, Franklin, Watson/Crick Ø Summarize relationship between genes and DNA Ø Describe structure of DNA Ø Summarize events of DNA replication Ø RNA and protein synthesis o Compare DNA and RNA o Describe types of RNA o Stages in protein synthesis § Transcription § Translation o Contrast gene and chromosomal mutations Ø Gene regulation Ø Genetic engineering Evolution What is evolution? Ø Fact and theory Ø Review what a theory is History of evolutionary thought Ø Lamarck Ø Darwin and Wallace Ø Voyage of the Beagle Darwin’s theory Ø Four postulates Ø Influences on his theory: Hutton, Lyell, Malthus, Wallace Ø Support for natural selection Other mechanisms of evolutionary change Ø Genetic drift Speciation and Extinction Evidence for evolution Ø Fossil record Ø Geographic distribution Ø Comparative morphology Ø Comparative embryology Ø Artificial selection Ø Observational examples (resistant bacteria) Genetic equilibrium Ø Hardy-Weinberg conditions |
How does DNA
function as the basic set of instructions for all living things? Guiding
Questions 1. How can the structure and function of DNA and RNA be characterized? 2. How are the structures of DNA and RNA similar and different? How do DNA and RNA molecules replicate themselves? What was the nature of the quest for discovering the source of heredity in living things? 3. What types of methodology were used to conclude that DNA is the genetic material? 4. How can the structure of DNA be described? Who are notable contributors to our knowledge of DNA? What are the roles of DNA and RNA in the construction of proteins? 5. What is involved in the processes of transcription and translation? 6. What are some of the new DNA techniques molecular biologists have created to allow them to identify, study, and modify genetic information? 7. What is the Human Genome Project? 8. What are some issues that have arisen as a result of new DNA technologies? 9. How does DNA function as the basic set of instructions for all living things? Evolution How do species
change over time? Guiding Questions 1. What were some early models for how life formed on Earth? 2. What types of evidence support the theory of evolution? 3. How do environmental pressures cause variations in populations? 4. How does natural selection explain the idea of change over time? |
Anchor Assessment Performance Assessment: Correctly Constructed DNA models Anchor Assessment Graphing Data from Gene frequency (Beans) Lab OR Evolution (Peppered moth) Lab |
DNA Labs 1. Isolating DNA (strawberries) Or And 2. DNA models Or DNA models with protein Synthesis Lab And 3. Who ate the Cheese-Electrophoresis Lab Base Pairs of Crime Scene DNA for Who ate the Cheese Evolution Labs |
HOLT INTERACTIVE "Gene Expression" Literacy Materials “Molecular Structure of nucleic Acids” “Chemical Achievers: Watson, Crick, Wilkins, and Franklin” “Human, Chimp Ancestors may Have Mated, DNA suggests Literacy
Materials-Evolution Global warming is spurring evolution, study says Still evolving, human genes tell new story New study supports idea that primates, dinosaurs coexisted Twenty species we may lose in the next twenty years Hobbit-like human ancestor found in Asia Fear of snakes, spiders rooted in evolution Sex speeds up evolution Rodent has long lineage Fins to limbs: New fossil gives evolution insight Spike seen in drug-resistant germ Fins to limbs: New fossil gives evolution insight Hard-wired for prejudice |
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Classification and the Diversity of life Standard 7: Students shall demonstrate an
understanding that organisms are diverse. Differentiate among the different domains (Bacteria,
Archaea, & Eukarya). Differentiate the characteristics of the six kingdoms:
CDL.7.B.3 Identify the seven major taxonomic categories:
CDL.7.B.4 Classify and name organisms based on their
similarities and differences applying taxonomic nomenclature using dichotomous
keys. Bacteria, Protists and Fungi CDL.7.B.6 Compare and contrast the structures and
characteristics of viruses (lytic and lysogenic cycles)
with non-living and living things. Evaluate the medical and economic importance
of viruses.
CDL.7.B.9 Classify bacteria according to their
characteristics and adaptations. Evaluate the medical and economic importance
of bacteria. Describe the characteristics used to classify protists:
CDL.7.B.12 Evaluate the medical and economic importance
of protists . Compare and contrast fungi with other
eukaryotic organisms. Evaluate the medical and economic importance of fungi. |
Classification Ø What is taxonomy? Ø Explain how living things are organized Ø Describe binomial nomenclature Ø Explain Linnaeus’s hierarchical system Ø Modern evolutionary classification o Cladistics and acquired characteristics o Explain evolutionary relationships Ø Kingdoms and Domains o Name the six kingdoms and explain characteristics of each o Describe domain system of classification Microbiology Ø Viruses and Bacteria Ø Protists Multicellular organisms – structure and function Ø Fungi |
How do
scientists organize all the known living things on Earth? Guiding
Questions 1. What do taxonomists use to determine similarity between organisms? 2.
How does taxonomy lend insight into the process of evolution 3.
What are the major divisions in the modern classification
system? Why are
bacteria, protists and fungi so abundant, diverse and successful? Guiding
Questions 1.
How do microscopic
organisms affect our lives? 2. How do viruses compare to organisms? What are the components of a typical virus? 3. How do viruses replicate? 4. How are viruses specific to particular host cells? 5. How does the virus that causes AIDS reproduce? 6. How can the spread of AIDS be prevented 7. What are the distinguishing characteristics of monerans, protists, and fungi in terms of anatomic features, food getting and reproductive methods; metabolic activities, and environmental responses? |
Anchor Assessment: Cladogram Anchor Assessment Project Based Assessment: Wanted Poster Students construct a wanted poster on any disease causing bacteria or virus. At minimum it must include a picture, a description of the microorganism and the symptoms it causes |
Classification
Labs Dichotomous Key Lab (Mythological Creatures &/or Sharks) Virology Lab Or Communicable Disease Lab (LRSD Lab Handbook) And Bread Mold Lab(LRSD Lab Handbook) |
Literacy
Materials (classification) Creating order out of chaos It's alive Stinging fire ants have good points Group revamps world of taxonomy Linnean naming system faces challenges Team races to catalog every species on earth Literacy Items (Microorganisms) The mighty worm Device uses sewage bacteria to produce electricity |
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Plants Differentiate between vascular and nonvascular
plants. Differentiate among cycads, gymnosperms, and
angiosperms. Describe the structure and function of the major parts of a plant:
CDL.7.B.18 Relate the structure of plant tissues
(epidermal, ground, and vascular) to their functions. Evaluate the medical and economic importance
of plants. Investigate Arkansas' biodiversity using appropriate tools and technology. |
Ø Plants o Vascular vs. non-vascular plants o Tissue types |
What is the importance of plants in our lives? Guiding Questions 1. What are distinguishing differences between nonvascular and vascular plants? 2. What specific roles do dermal, vascular, and ground tissues play in plants? |
Anchor Assessment: Lab Report on Seed germination inquiry lab |
Literacy
Materials(Botany) Natural plant defenses- fight or flight? Soil fertility in agricultural systems Power or plants |
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April CDL.7.B.2 Differentiate the characteristics of the kingdom Animalia CDL.7.B.20 Identify the symmetry of organisms:
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Ø Animals o Animal characteristics: symmetry, anatomy, physiology |
What are the similarities and differences among
animals? Guiding Questions 1.
What are the basic
body plans of all animals? 2.
Why are body plans
useful in classifying animals? |
Anchor Assessment: Animal Phyla Lab-Correct Phyla Descriptions |
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May Differentiate the characteristics of the kingdom Animalia . Compare and contrast the major invertebrate classes according to their nervous, respiratory, excretory, circulatory, and digestive systems Differentiate the characteristics of the
kingdom Animalia. Compare and contrast the major vertebrate classes according to their nervous, respiratory, excretory, circulatory, digestive, reproductive and integumentary systems. Compare and contrast life cycles of familiar organisms
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Invertebrates Dissection and comparative anatomy Vertebrates Dissection and comparative anatomy |
Why are invertebrates so diverse, successful and abundant? Guiding Questions 1. How are the body plans of invertebrates different from those of vertebrates? 2. What are the eight major invertebrate phyla and the major characteristics of each in terms of anatomical features; food getting and reproductive methods; metabolic activities; and environmental responses? How does the spinal cord allow diversity in the form and function of
vertebrates? Guiding Questions 1. What distinguishes chordates from other animals? 2. What are the major structural and functional adaptations found in fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals? What are the major vertebrate systems that can be studied and compared? 3. How did the evolution of the spinal cord allow for diversity in the form and function of vertebrates? |
Labeled/colored diagram from Earthworm Dry Lab |
Frog dissection on FrogGuts |
(FroGuts Software-link to brochure) Literacy
Materials Suicide grasshoppers brainwashed by parasite worms Toads that go pop in the night Weapons of Mouse destruction? Earth's uncanned crusaders: Will sardines save our skin? Owls use dung to "fish" for beetles |