Name ______Due Date ______
Introduction to Cells - Lathrop
Objectives: By the end of this unit you should be able to
1. Identify the main ideas of the cell theory,
2. Know the function of every organelle found in cells,
3. Compare and contrast prokaryotes and eukaryotes,
4. Compare and contrast plant and animal cells, and
5. Correctly use a microscope,
Vocabulary:
1. cell
2. cell theory
3. nucleus
4. unicellular
5. prokaryote
6. multicellular
7. eukaryote
8. tissue
9. organ
10. organ system
11. organelle
12. cytoplasm
13. nuclear envelope
14. chromatin
15. chromosome
16. nucleolus
17. Nucleoid
18. ribosome
19. endoplasmic reticulum (ER)
20. Golgi apparatus
21. lysosome
22. vacuole
23. mitochondria
24. chloroplast
25. cytoskeleton
26. microtubule
27. microfilament
28. cilia
29. flagella
30. centriole
31. cell membrane
32. cell wall
33. chloroplast
34. chlorophyll
35. compound microscope
36. electron microscope
Grading Scale:
A
/ B / C / F90-100 pts / 80-89 pts / 70-79 pts / < 70 pts
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C Layer: You must earn at least 70 points but may not exceed 79 points from this layer.
/Assignments
Required of all students- Complete at least 35 points from this section /Worth
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Drawing comparing a plant and animal cell / 5Make a Venn Diagram that compares and contrasts prokaryotes and eukaryotes. / 5
Complete Microscope Lab / 10
Complete the Skinny on cells table / 10
Listen to lecture and take notes. (DAY 1 2 3 4 5 6 ) / 2..5/day
■ / BASIC KNOWLEDGE SECTION- Complete at Least 20 Points
You may only complete one quiz or crossword puzzle in each section.
Read Chapter 7 sections 1 and 2 from the Dragonfly book make and outline / 10
Complete 2 worksheets for this unit / 5/ Each
Rewrite objectives (at top of page) as open-ended questions and answer each one correctly. (answer must demonstrate understanding of objective.) / 2/obj
Based on ALL lecture notes, write a 10-question quiz (short answer no T/F or matching) and an answer key. Have a classmate take your quiz (orally or written). / 10
Make a definitions list (or flashcards) of all key terms. You’ll be quizzed randomly on 10. / 10
Design a crossword puzzle using all key terms. Use at least 20 terms, re-write definitions in your own words. / 5
Without a key, complete the crossword puzzle designed by a classmate. Have them check your work. Discuss what you learned with teacher / 5
Cells – Complete at least 20 points
Take a quiz on cell parts . Be able to label the parts of a cell. / 10
Build a 3-D model of a eukaryotic (plant or animal) cell. Include all parts and a key. (If you work with a partner you will each get up to 5 points, Unless you build one plant and one animal cell) / 10
Write a song/rap that covers the ideas of cell theory and the parts of a cell. Perform it for at least 2 people / 10
Design a board game that teaches people about organelles. Make sure it has clear-cut rules and a playing surface. Have students from class play your game. / 10
Create an original children’s book that involves cell organelles as characters. Be creative and add drawings. (Include at least 10 cells parts and be sure the story correctly demonstrates their role in a cell. / 10
Complete Section Assessment 7-2 (Prentice Hall). Write answers in complete sentences. / 5
Read and Complete “Eukaryotic cells structure” Worksheet 7.3 / 5
Make a poster the Illustrates the 3 main parts of cell theory / 5
Make a Venn Diagram that compares and contrasts Plant and Animal Cells / 5
Visit at least 3 different website that have drawings or descriptions of a plant or animals cell. What is different? Do they use different terms for the same organelles? Give at least two examples. / 5
Complete “View of a Cell” Study Guide / 5
B Layer: Worth up to 12 points. Choose 1 assignment.
* Before you start, make sure that you will have earned at least 70 points in the C Layer!
Assignment Description / Worth / Pts Earned / InitialCompare different cell types by preparing wet mounts of 4 kinds of cells (samples will be provided). Make colored drawings of what you see. Label all identifiable parts. / 10
10
10
A Layer: Worth up to 12 points. Choose 1 topic and how you want to present it. (See below.)
* Before you start, make sure you will have earned at least 75 points in the C & B Layers.
* HIGHLIGHT YOUR TOPIC * / Worth(pts) / Pts
Earned / Initial
What are stem cells? Name two sources where Scientists get stem cells? What are some potential uses of stem cells? Do some research and use at least 3 sources. / 11
What evidence supports cell theory? Cite at least 3 sources. / 11
Is a Virus a living organism? Do some research, use at least 3 sources. Write a position statement with evidence defending your point of view. / 11
Please see Ms. Lathrop for Details on A-Layer assignments. If you plan on Working on an A-layer assignment start as soon as possible to make sure you can complete the assignment by the end of the Unit.
Name ______Date ______Per _____
Unit _____ Topic ______
The following is required in order to earn full credit for an A Layer work:
1. Locate 3 sources of information about your topic (newspaper, magazine, Internet articles).
2. Completely fill out an A-Layer Assignment Sheet (front & back).
3. Choose how you want to present your information: [Mark your choice.]
¾ A 250-word essay about your topic & opinion OR
¾ A 6-slide PowerPoint Presentation about your topic & opinion OR
¾ A 3-minute oral presentation about your topic & opinion.
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· Summarize 3 RECENT articles on your topic. Answer the questions on the back of this sheet. When you are done, write 2 good paragraphs (5-7 grammatically correct sentences) stating your opinion. Make sure to address some of the research you did on this topic.
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Title of Article #1:
Author or Website:
Date Published or Accessed:
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Title of Article #2:
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Title of Article #3:
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Evaluating Your Sources of Information
1. Do 2 out of the 3 articles/websites (not linked) give you the same information?
2. Were the articles or websites developed by a respected organization in the profession?
3. Do the links within the website take you to pages on the same site or to EXTERNAL pages?
4. Does the point of view of any of your articles or websites seem biased one way or the other?
5. If so, can you verify the facts presented in your article/website with another source?
6. Do any of the articles/websites have bibliography?
7. Were there any surveys or polls or studies available in your articles or websites? If so, how were they funded?
8. Is there a way to contact the author(s) of any of your articles/websites? How?
9. When were the articles/websites written or created?
10. Is there a “hit counter” at the bottom of any of the websites you used? If so, how many hits have they gotten?
11. If you answered mostly NO to the previous questions, what does that tell you about your sources of information? What must YOU do in order to design a good A-Level presentation?
12. In the following space, write 2 good paragraphs about your opinion or what you learned from your research.