AREA OF INTERACTION *Enviroments The purpose of this lesson is to have the students discover how the carbon fixation cycle through building models of the process. Students will learn how glucose is actually produced in the plant.

1. MYPACBUILDING MODELS OF THE PROCESS
Sciencies Department: Biology 9th Grade
Erika Estrada
Topic: Light Independent Rxns
Student Name:______________________________________ Grade: ______________ Date:_____________
MYP UNIT QUESTION
Why doesn’t life exist on Mars?
AREA OF INTERACTION
*Enviroments
The purpose of this lesson is to have the students discover how the carbon fixation cycle
through building models of the process. Students will learn how glucose is actually
produced in the plant.
SPECIFIC MYP OBJECTIVES
• Students will be able to describe the processes of the light independent reactions.
• Students will be able to explain the experiment conducted to discover the cycle.
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2. “Light Independent Rxns”
Instruction
In group for three student, will plan and conduct investigations a scientific view point are
building a photosynthesis model and defended; design a model the capture, storage,
transformation and flow of energy through the processes of photosynthesis.
Materials:
Round objects (beads, Styrofoam balls, etc)
Toothpicks / String / Pegastic / Wood / Plastic
and whatever you want and need for your model!!
Classroom Management:
Students will be using many materials: beads, toothpicks, balls, etc. They will be reminded
not to put anything in their mouths during lab. Also they will have to be cleaned up
immediately should the materials fall on the floor and Students are seated for group tables,
therefore the teacher will move around the classroom to ensure that students are on
task.The Model should include:
Students prepare and present their photosynthesis model.
1. Presentation Photosynthesis Model (e.g., Photosynthesis 3D model) with at least two of
the following factors: moral, ethical, social, economic, political, cultural and environmental.
And answer the unit question, Why doesn’t life exist on Mars?
2. Oral presentation 10 min.
3. Written report (800 words) with at least two of the following factors: moral, ethical,
social, economic, political, cultural and environmental, and answer the unit question, Why
doesn’t life exist on Mars? And use the same title.
Students present their work in a format of their choice.
I strongly recommend
Please read the rubric and MYPACcarefully before you begin!!!
Language English!
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3. Form groups of three students!
Do not copy or repeat anything of other students!
And if you have questions, please ask me!
Assessment,you will be graded using the following Rubric:
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4. Photosynthesis Model Rubric MYP http://www.speakeasies.biz/stickups.html
Date:_____________
Name student:_________________________________
9A____ 9B____
Criterion A Points Points
Possibl Earned
e
Writing 10
Complete introduction of the topic including definition
Connection to photosynthesis (how this topic is related to unit question, Why doesn’t life 10
exist on Mars?)
Description of how topic affects society. 10
• 2 viewpoints presented (moral, ethical, social, economic, political, cultural and
environmental.)
6 (27-30 ) / 5 (24-26) / 4 (19-23) / 3 (15-18 ) / 2 (8-14 ) / 1 (1-7) 30
Criterion B Points Points
Possible Earned
Writing & Model 15
-Writing support (800 words) includes unit question explaining the importance of the research
topic. Writing weaves main ideas and supporting details together into highly engaging and
coherent text. Avoids repetition by connecting related ideas with effective transitions and
organization. - Is thoughtful
Citations 10
- Included references for pictures/information
- Newspaper, web, book citation
Attractiveness Model 5
- Neatness
- Model 3D
6 (27-30 ) / 5 (24-26) / 4 (19-23) / 3 (15-18 ) / 2 (8-14 ) / 1 (1-7) 30
Criterion C Points Points
Possible Earned
Oral presentation 5
Well-rehearsed with smooth delivery that holds audience attention.
Makes excellent use of 3D model to enhance the presentation. 5
Content 5
Covers topic in-depth with details and examples. Subject knowledge is excellent
Photosynthesis Model shows a large amount of original thought. Ideas are creative and 5
inventive.
The student uses concepts and apply processes to build a photosynthesis model. 5
The student applies scientific understanding to solve the unit question,Why doesn’t life 5
exist on Mars?
6 (27-30 ) / 5 (24-26) / 4 (19-23) / 3 (15-18 ) / 2 (8-14 ) / 1 (1-7) 30
Criterion F Points Points
Possible Earned
Attitudes in science 10
During the practice lal students are expected to:
• work safely and use material and equipment competently
• work responsibly with regards to the living and non-living environment iEnjoy the Science! EJE 4
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• work effectively as individuals and as Organization 2010
workload 5