B2+McGee,+Emily

=Unit Cover Page=


 * Unit Title:** //Cellular Hierarchy and Cellular Components// **Grade Level(s):** //9-Diploma//
 * Subject/Topic Area(s):** //Life Science; Biology//
 * Key Words:** //Biology, life, metabolism, cell, structural hierarchy, organelles, essential macromolecules//
 * Designed by:** //Emily McGee// **Time Frame:**
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 * =Brief Summary of Unit= ||
 * //Students will understand that there exists a structural hierarchy in organisms and cells, how cellular structures effect function, and the importance of essential macromolecules. Students will be able to demonstrate what it means to be alive and the specific components required for life; illustrate the process of protein synthesis and how proteins are used in the body; produce a product demonstrating understanding of cellular hierarchy, illuminating the relationship between molecules, macromolecules, organelles, cells, tissues, organs, and organisms; compare and contrast the specific functions of individual organelles and how they impact the cell as a whole; use an analogous relationship to relate the functions of organelles to a larger system (i.e. body, city, ecosystem, world, etc.); and recognize how each essential macromolecule can be seen in humans on a daily basis. Throughout the unit students will be asked to self-assess their understanding and progress in the course. They will learn how to review the work of their peers and how to use constructive criticism to revise their own work. Students will complete a pre-assessment test prior to starting the unit and each lesson, multiple formative assessments throughout the lessons in the form of entrance/exit tickets and standard quizzes, and be expected to self-reflect following any sort of assessment. At the end of the unit students will create an iMovie presentation using a WebQuest scenario to demonstrate their mastery in structural hierarchy and cellular components. Select pieces of work completed during the unit will appear in a portfolio for summative assessment.// ||