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| Theme | Design Challenge Title |
Abstract | CSCOPE Alignment | Targeted TEKS |
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Scientific Process |
Airplane Design Challenge |
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 |
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The Way I See It: A First Person Perspective – How Humans Impact My Life and My Ecosystem |
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 |
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Macromolecule Mania |
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 |
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The Cell |
The School Cell |
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 |
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In The News "Mitosis/Meiosis-What does it Mean?" |
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 |
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Genetics Webpage |
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 |
3rd Six Weeks |
6A,B,C,D,E,F |
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Natural History Museum Curator Presentation |
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 |
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How on Earth? |
Students will learn how organisms are classified in taxonomic levels and how organisms are organized based on similarities. The learner will also understand the distinctiveness of kingdoms. |
4th Six Weeks |
8A,B,C |
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The Autobiography of a Microorganism |
The students will be able to identify characteristics of viruses, bacteria, and protists and discover the role of each organism in the environment. |
4th Six Weeks |
4A,B,C,D, 8B, 11D |
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Field Guide for Plants in a Biome |
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. |
5th Six Weeks |
4B, 5A, 8C, 10C, 13A,B |
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Body Systems Brochure |
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 |
5th Six Weeks |
4B, 5AB, 10AB, 11ABC |
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Animal Phylum Children's Book |
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 |