Photosynthesis Technology Module Performance Task
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The document provides resources for teaching photosynthesis, including websites, videos, podcasts, and apps. Technology is used to visualize the process since it occurs on a molecular level. Various media are presented to engage different learning styles. Sites were chosen from reputable universities and government sources with up-to-date, logical academic information. Resources include tutorials, research updates, and interactive models to help students understand and discover photosynthesis.
Photosynthesis Technology Module Performance Task
- 1. Photosynthesis: How Plants Feed Themselves Jessica McKenzie Grades 11/12 Honors/AP Biology
- 2. Technology Integration • Rationale – Plant survival depends on successful photosynthesis. Since this process takes place on a molecular level, technology is necessary to show students the process via videos, models and tutorials. Through the use of technology, students can discover images of plants that use different photosynthetic pathways, piece together the pathway on their own, research how the steps of photosynthesis were discovered, and more! – Additionally, since various students learn in different ways, this presentation will aid students by presenting the topic of photosynthesis with pictures, videos, audio, and reading materials.
- 3. Website Reliability • Sites were used only if they were from a reputable source such as a university or government site • Sites were looked over to ensure the information contained within was logical, academic and up to date
- 4. Photosynthesis Blog • http://plantsci.blogspot.com/ • Department of Plant Sciences at Cambridge updates on current research, published papers and major issues concerning plant life • The information found in this site will help students understand that new information is still being discovered about how plants function
- 5. Kahn Academy video This video introduces students to the chemical processes of photosynthesis with lots of explanations and real life connections. It is a way to clearly transmit information to the student in both visually and Photosynthesis Overview auditory manners.
- 6. You Tube Video This video provides a close up look at the proteins and complexes important in the energy transformation process of photosynthesis. The movie will help students visualize the microscopic reactions that take place in this Virtual Cell process.
- 7. Photosynthesis Podcast This podcast can be used as a lesson in class, as it covers the importance of the energy transfers inherent in photosynthesis. This would be a great tool for clarification and Mr. Craig’s Biology Podcasts review of photosynthesis.
- 8. Internet Resources • http://bioenergy.asu.edu/photosyn/photoweb/ - Arizona State University is an institute of higher learning. This resource provides a broad background of photosynthesis along with links to very in depth descriptions of the phenomenon. It allows students to take a self-guided journey through photosynthesis.
- 9. Internet Resources • http://www.bnl.gov/chemistry/A P/ – This site follows the progress and achievements of researchers studying artificial photosynthesis. Looking through this information will help students make the connection between what they are learning in class with technology and real world problems.
- 10. Internet Resources • http://www.nobelprize.org/nobel_pri zes/chemistry/laureates/1961/calvin- lecture.html – This site directs users to the speech made by Melvin Calvin at the Nobel Prize ceremony. Students will learn about the Nobel Prizes in the sciences, the steps scientists take to learn more about the world, and in- depth details of what happens to carbon to form glucose in photosynthesis.
- 11. Diagram/Graphic Organizer Created using Inspiration.
- 12. Teaching Materials Photosynthesis in Plants app ($2.99) Click App picture to redirect to photosynthesis app.
- 13. Teaching Materials Photosynthesis Review Across 1. stacks of thylakoids 3. cycle during the dark reactions 6. type of energy created 8. light-capturing units 9. a group of organisms in which photosynthesis takes place 10. byproduct released into the atmosphere 11. researchers are working on this type of photosynthesis 12. carbon dioxide undergoes this transformation 14. photosynthesis end product 15. place where photosynthesis takes place 16. small quantity of light Down 2. the most abundant enzyme on earth 4. important energy storing molecule 5. energy source that drives photosynthesis 7. organisms that make their own food 8. where chloroplasts are embedded 13. pigment that absorbs light in plants 16. the reaction that occurs when carbon dioxide is not present Created using www.puzzlemaker.com
- 14. Teaching Materials Worksheet found at https://sites.google.com/site/mrdevereauxsscienceclasses/home/ap- biology/ap-photosynthesis/ap-photosynthesis-worksheets
- 15. Teaching Materials The word equation for photosynthesis is During photosynthesis glucose is produced. How is this glucose What factors limit the rate used by the plant? of photosynthesis? Photosynthesis, Energy & Decay What are the different ways that energy can be wasted by organisms, particularly mammals? Plants require minerals for healthy growth which are Efficiency of food production can absorbed from the soil they grow in. Describe why the be improved by? following minerals are required. What is decay? What conditions are required for the decaying process? Nitrogen Magnesium What would a plant What would a plant deficient in Nitrogen deficient in Magnesium What is the function of What is the function of What do look like? look like? decomposers? detritus feeders? pyramids of biomass show? Mind map found at http://www.sharemylesson.com/ResourceDetail.aspx?storyCode=6036138
- 16. Subject-Specific Website http://www.sciencegems.com/ This site is a great resource. I can type in a topic and it will direct me to other sites with lesson plans, lectures, worksheets, experiments and more. It is easy to use and helps me decide what sites can be trusted.
- 17. Supporting Websites • http://digital.library.upenn.edu/books/ This is online library offering books, news articles and more. This would be useful for in depth research of my topic – many books were available on plants and photosynthesis! • http://encyclopedia.com/ This is an online reference material is good for finding basics or additional information on any topic.
- 18. Collaborative Applications Edmodo is a site set up like Facebook in which teachers can create class groups and contact students easily via the internet, post homework, and collect assignments. Students can collaborate over this site on projects, as well. Additionally, students can reach out for help with peers and help explain photosynthesis to one another at any time.
Editor's Notes
- #3: Add video of myself reading this statement!