ASE SC 1 Living Organisms and Ecosystems Student Name ______Beginning Date: ______

Structures and Functions of Living Organisms
Bio.1.1 Understand the relationship between the structures and functions of cells and their organelles.
Learning Targets (I can) / Criteria for Success (I did) / Mastery Level % / Date
1.1.1
identify organelles in plant/animal cells /
  • correctly label a plant/animal cell

1.1.1
explain the function of each organelle /
  • match function to correct organelle
  • complete a graphic organizer showing the organelle and itsfunction

1.1.1
differentiate between plant and animal cells /
  • use a Venn diagram to compare/contrast plant and animal cells

1.1.1
analyze how organelle structure and function are related /
  • draw conclusions about the relationship between structure and function by analyzing diagrams of cell organelles

1.1.2
properly use a light microscope /
  • demonstrate proper use of a light microscope via a lab demonstration

1.1.2
calculate for total power magnification when using a light microscope /
  • remember that total magnification = ocular X objective
  • remember that ocular =10X
  • perform calculations using practice problems

1.1.2
distinguish between a prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell when using a microscope /
  • categorize cells based on the presence of a nucleus when using a microscope to determine if the cell is prokaryotic or eukaryotic.

1.1.2
distinguish between a plant and animal cell when using a microscope /
  • categorize cells based on structural clues (ex. cell wall, chloroplasts) to identify if a cell is a plant or animal cell when using a microscope

1.1.2
explain why a scanning and electron transmission microscope reveals greater detail about eukaryotic andprokaryotic cells /
  • identify the difference between a microscope and anelectron microscope
  • interpret images from light microscopes and electronmicroscopes to compare detail

1.1.2
predict that prokaryotic cells are less complex thaneukaryotic cells /
  • construct a Venn diagram comparing/contrasting prokaryoticand eukaryotic cells

1.1.2
distinguish between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells /
  • construct a Venn diagram comparing/contrasting prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells

1.1.3
recognize a specialized cell and determine its function /
  • use pictures to determine and distinguish a specialized cell and its function

1.1.3
recognize the difference between a stem cell and a specialized cell /
  • define a stem cell
  • define a specialized cell

1.1.3
explain the process of differentiation /
  • understand that only parts of DNA are activated and determine the function and structure of specialized cells

1.1.3
explain how cells communicate using chemical signals /
  • understand the role of hormones and receptors
  • understand the process of nerve cell conduction

1.1.3
discuss how stem cells are used in the body /
  • recall stem cells and apply that knowledge to reproduction and differentiation of stem cells

Structures and Functions of Living Organisms
Bio.1.2 Analyze the cell as a living system.
Learning Targets (I can) / Criteria for Success (I did) / Mastery Level % / Date
1.2.1
recognize homeostatic principles inaction /
  • relate pH and buffers to their importance in the body
  • analyze temperature, glucose and water regulation within aliving system

1.2.1
distinguish between passive and active transport /
  • recognize diffusion, facilitated diffusion and osmosis as typesof passive transport
  • predict movement of particles based on concentrationgradient
  • recognize that osmosis is the diffusion of water across a semipermeablemembrane
  • recognize the sodium-potassium pump, endocytosis andexocytosis as types of active transport
  • explain that active transport can move particles from a low to high concentration
  • explain that active transport uses energy in the form of ATP
  • explain that passive transport does not require energy andthat active transport requires energy

1.2.1
explain the role of the plasma membrane in maintaininghomeostasis in the cell /
  • label the parts of the cell membrane
  • evaluate the role of the phospholipids and proteins infacilitating cell transport

1.2.1
determine the direction of water movement in varyingconcentrations of solutions /
  • predict the fate of a cell based on concentration
  • determine the water concentration based on solutionconcentration

1.2.2
outline the cell cycle /
  • complete a graphic organizer explaining each step of theprocess
  • recognize that mitosis is a form of asexual reproduction andexplain why mitosis is asexual (ex. same chromosome number)

1.2.2
organize diagrams of the cellcycle. /
  • create a model (ex. flip book) sequencing the phases of the cellcycle

1.2.3
explain how contractile vacuoles, cilia, flagella, pseudopodsand eyespots increase survival for unicellular organisms /
  • recognize the benefits provided by contractile vacuoles, cilia,flagella, pseudopods and eyespots

1.2.3
summarize the survival benefits of adaptive behaviors, including chemotaxis and phototaxis /
  • distinguish between chemotaxis and phototaxis.
  • predict whether organisms will be likely to demonstratechemotaxis or phototaxis

Ecosystems
Bio.2.1 Analyze the interdependence of living organisms within their environment.
Learning Targets (I can) / Criteria for Success (I did) / Mastery Level % / Date
2.1.1
recognize the carbon cycle and how it relates to photosynthesis, cellular respiration, decomposition and climate change /
  • label a chart of the carbon cycle with regards to photosynthesis, cellular respiration, decomposition and climate change
  • evaluate the effects of varying CO2 levels on these processes

2.1.1
summarize the nitrogen cycle /
  • complete a chart of the nitrogen cycle
  • conclude from the chart its importance to synthesis of proteins and DNA
  • explain the role of nitrogen-fixing bacteria in the nitrogen cycle

2.1.1
identify the factors that influence climate /
  • explain how the greenhouse effect and natural environmental processes influence the environment
  • debate the human impact on the greenhouse effect

2.1.1
explain the processes that breakdown matter within an ecosystem /
  • identify the participants of the ecosystem involved in the cycling of matter
  • develop a flow chart that illustrates the decomposition of matter

2.1.1
analyze energy pyramids for direction and efficiency of energy transfer /
  • complete a chart or construct a model which represents this flow of energy and energy transfer
  • explain the conversion from radiant energy to chemical energy to heat energy

2.1.2
explain how organisms adapt to their specifics environments in order to carry out life functions /
  • distinguish between vascular and nonvascular plants.
  • logically sequence the functions of an advanced (vertebrate) cardiovascular system as related to transport of materials and removal of waste
  • compare and contrast how different organisms take in and release gases such as CO2, O2, and water vapor as well as cellular respiration
  • compare and contrast using a Venn diagram, autotrophs and heterotrophs and how they breakdown and absorb foods
  • compare the similarities and differences of sexual and asexual reproduction. (example: using a chart)
  • compare the similarities and differences of internal and external fertilization. (example: using a chart)

2.1.2
analyze behavioral adaptations that help accomplish basic life functions /
  • define various behavioral adaptations including suckling, taxes/taxis, migration, estivation, and hibernation, habituation, imprinting, classical conditioning (e.g. Pavlov’s experiment), and trial and error learning
  • match the behavioral adaptations to their life functions

2.1.3
identify and describe the different symbiotic relationships /
  • match definition with correct relationship.
  • evaluate a situation to determine which relationship applies

2.1.3
recall the various forms of communication and territorial defenses /
  • define pheromones, courtship dances, and territorial defenses
  • give examples of organisms that use pheromones, courtship dances, and territorial defenses

2.1.3
infer the relationships between predator and prey /
  • interpret a food web and food chain.
  • predict the influence of changes to a food web

2.1.4
interpret a variety of graphs including carrying capacity and exponential growth /
  • compare and contrast exponential growth and logistic growth
  • evaluate the limiting factors that can create specific carrying capacities

2.1.4
interpret human population growth demonstrating birth and death rates and how it influences population size /
  • analyze various types of population graphs to determine the effect of birth rate and death rate
  • examine the factors affecting birth and death rates

2.1.4
explain how diseases disrupt the balance in an ecosystem /
  • research and present the effects of various diseases on the ecosystem

Ecosystems
Bio.2.2 Understand the impact of human activities on the environment (one generation affects the next).
Learning Targets (I can) / Criteria for Success (I did) / Mastery Level % / Date
2.2.1
interpret the effect of human activities and how they impact the environment /
  • analyze current events and how they impact the ecosystem
  • examine the role of population growth, technology, consumption of resources and production of waste
  • examine the role of human impact on the ecosystem

2.2.1
interpret data regarding historical and predicted impact on ecosystems /
  • evaluate the historical data to determine human effect on global climate
  • predict the impact humans have on ecosystems and global climate through current and projected data

2.2.1
explain factors that impact North Carolina ecosystems /
  • examine the effect that acid rain has on mountain ecosystems
  • examine the impact of beach erosion
  • examine the impact of urban development of the NC piedmont as it effects habitat destruction and water runoff
  • interpret the impact of invasive species
  • recognize the effect of waste lagoons on hog farms

2.2.2
analyze the impact of humans on natural resources /
  • infer the effects of resource depletion, deforestation, and pesticide use
  • trace the path of bioaccumulation

2.2.2
demonstrate conservation methods and stewardship /
  • explore ways to contribute to conservation efforts
  • propose solutions to environmental problems with emphasis on good stewardship

Adapted from: Iredell-Statesville Curriculum Guide, 2012

Revised: July 26, 2013 Page 1