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Educator Design Challenges
In 2008, Transformation 2013 worked with master science and math educators to design PBLs for the core math and science areas. These design challenges are rigorous, aligned with CSCOPE and include career connections, 21st Century skills and provide STEM connections. Click on the course to see and download the design challenges.
Biology
Click on the Design Challenge Title to view/download the PBL. Click on the presentation link in the abstract to view/download materials.
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Design Challenge Title |
Abstract |
CSCOPE Alignment |
Targeted TEKS |
Scientific Process |
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In this design challenge students will learn scientific processing skills by utilizing investigative procedures in conjunction with the scientific method. |
1st Six Weeks |
1A,B 2 A,B,C,D 3A,B,C,D,F |
Ecology |
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Students will learn the make-up of an ecosystem, resource cycles, energy flows, and the impact development has on natural resources. |
1st Six Weeks |
5C, 9D, 11D, 12A,B,C,D |
Biochemistry |
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In this unit, students will learn the four types of biomolecules. Furthermore, students will learn about how each organism converts and utilizes energy. |
1st Six Weeks |
9A,B |
The Cell |
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Students will learn the structure and function of the organelles inside the cell and the roles that cells play in everyday life.
Cell Organelle |
2nd Six Weeks |
4A,B, 5A,B,C, 9C, 11A |
Genetics-Cellular Reproduction |
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Students will be able to compare the process of mitosis and meiosis and their significance to asexual and sexual reproduction. They will also be able to identify DNA mutations and evaluate the implication of these changes.
Cellular Reproduction |
2nd Six Weeks |
6C,E,F |
Genetics |
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The student will understand the components of DNA and will learn how traits are carried from parent to offspring. The learner will also differentiate between transcription, translation, and RNA.
Biology Bingo
DNA
Genetics DNA
Genetics Gregor Mendel
Genetics Protien Synthesis
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6A,B,C,D,E,F |
Evolution |
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The learner will know the theory of evolution and be able to identify adaptations in species. Students will also learn the outcome of natural selection. |
3rd Six Weeks |
7A,B |
Classification |
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4th Six Weeks |
8A,B,C |
Microorganisms |
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4th Six Weeks |
4A,B,C,D, 8B, 11D |
Plants |
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The students will learn how plants obtain and utilize energy and will be able to identify characteristics of plants and how they have adapted to their environments over time.
Plants |
5th Six Weeks |
4B, 5A, 8C, 10C, 13A,B |
Body Systems |
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The students will learn the systems of the human body and how each system interacts with other systems to create a homeostatic environment.
Body systems presentation
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5th Six Weeks |
4B, 5AB, 10AB, 11ABC |
Animal Kingdom |
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The students will learn the specific characteristics that make up the animal kingdom and the differentiation of each animal in that kingdom. |
6th Six Weeks |
5A, 8C, 10A,B |
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