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Cell Component Amusement Park
The objective of the lesson is for students to identify and explain the components of a typical eukaryotic cell by creating an informational map of a cellular amusement park. These objectives will each be different for the four types of knowledge;
performing skills, recalling facts, identifying examples of concepts...
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Jennifer Blacker (Teacher (K-12))
I appreciate that the author begins the lesson by activating student's background knowledge about the topic. Lesson objectives are clearly defined and address a variety of learning styles. Students have the opportunity to create a unique product to demonstrate their understanding of a scientific topic. Designing an activity that allows students to be very creative while connecting to a fun experience (amusement park) provides motivation for students to let their imaginations soar! Web-based resources chosen for this activity provide opportunity for choice and are easy for students to use. Providing a rubric to communicate expectations and guidelines gives students a clear road map for completion. I think the author could add recommendations for how and where students should share their completed projects. I would like clarification on whether all parts of this assignment are to be individually completed, students are working in groups, or a combination of both. Collaboration is referenced throughout the plan, but I am unclear if students should be completing any individual assignments before meeting as a group to complete their Prezi. I like all of the technologies selected for use during this project, and think it is a great way for students to demonstrate their understanding of the components of a typical eukaryotic cell.
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Robert Fickbohm (Teacher (K-12))
The basic idea behind this lesson of connecting an amusement park to the study of cellular make-up and behavior is clever. The output of the lesson is inherently fun and engaging to the intended students and should get them vested in the project. The author misrepresents the “novelty” factor of the lesson since the theme itself is that of amusement and fun. The lesson itself clearly states the standards it covers. The use of online collaboration is a great way to engage the students as well. The lesson is inclusive to the visual and auditory learner, but may leave out the kinesthetic learners somewhat. The technological needs for the lesson are extensive, but not unreasonable. The lesson needs more explanation to the methods implied for the laymen or beginning instructor. The objective is understandable and tangible for both instructor and student. Overall, a well thought out and entertaining lesson on a difficult subject.