This module covers cell biology including the concepts of cell theory, eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells, organelles of animal and plant cells, levels of organization, and specialized cells. Students will have the opportunity to guide their own learning through a variety of “learning objects” intended to provide critical thinking about and application of required science standards.
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SHOW WHAT YOU KNOW:
OVERVIEW
Brief description of the module, subject TEKS, NGSS Science and Engineering Practices, and knowledge objectives
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE: CELL THEORY
Understand that all organisms are composed of one or more cells | Explain the three parts of cell theory
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE: CELL TYPES
Distinguish between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells; specifically the presence or absence of a nucleus
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE: CELL STRUCTURES
Describe the structures and functions of cell organelles
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE: PLANTS vs ANIMAL CELLS
Differentiate between structure and function in plant and animal cells.
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE: LEVELS OF ORGANIZATION
Recognize levels of organization in plants and animals, including cells, tissues, organs, organ systems, and organisms.
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE: CELLS vs ORGAN SYSTEMS
Compare the functions of cell organelles to the functions of an organ system.
BACKPACK ADVENTURES
Science fiction story built upon factual science concepts
MAKE A NOTE OF THAT
Note-taking guides
MEET A SCIENTIST
Biography of a research pioneer in the topic area
PRACTICE
Mnemonic tools and digital games
REAL SCIENCE REVIEW
Guided simulated peer review of published research re-written for readability
