Introduction
by Danna Rodebush
Euper Lane Elementary
Objectives:
I will examine the similarities and differences between plant and animal cells.
I will identify the components of plant and animal cells and describe their funcions.
Click on the picture for an introduction to cells. You WILL need headphones!
Task
You and your team of 3 other scientists will be working together to research animal and plant cells. You will find out the similarities and differences between the two types of cells and you will learn about all of the cell's components and functions.
You will use the knowledge you gain through your research to construct a 3-D (3 dimensional) model of a plant and animal cell.
Examples of 3-D models:
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Process
As a group of 4 you will need to decide on tasks for each team member. Each person will be in charge of a specific task, but ALL members will contribute to EVERY part of the project!
Tech: This person will be in charge of handling the computer during the research.
Recorder: This person will be in charge of writing on the "Cell Research Organizer".
Leader: This person will be in charge of keeping everyone on task, creating the compare and contrast poster, and making sure the rubric is followed.
Reporter: This person will be in charge of making labels for the cell models.
Step 1: Research
Before you can create a model of a cell, you will need to research and learn about cells, their components, and functions. As you work through the websites, your team recorder will be taking notes on your "Cell Research Organizer."
Second Website: What is a Cell?
Third Website: Plant vs. Animal Cell
Fourth Website: Single Cell to System
Take a look at an animal and plant cell!! Click the link below and choose both animal and plant cell to discover an interactive image of both types of cells.
Step 2: Compare and Contrast
After you have spent time researching the similarities and differences in animal and plant cells, use your knowledge to create a poster detailing this information.
Step 3: Creating Models
Now your team is ready to create your 3-D models of both an animal and plant cell!
Each group will create both an ANIMAL CELL and a PLANT CELL model. You will be working in class to complete your group models.
Each organelle should be labeled with the name and function of the organelle.
Your ANIMAL CELL must include:
- mitochondria
- cell membrane
- nucleus
- cytoplasm
- golgi bodies
- endoplasmic reticulum
- ribosomes
- vacuoles
- lysosomes
Your PLANT CELL must include:
- all organelles listed for animal cells
- cell wall
- chloroplasts
Evaluation
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Research Organizer - all questions are completely and accurately answered |
/30 |
| Compare/Contrast Poster - Poster is creative, colorful and details significant similarities and differences between animal and plant cells | /10 |
| Animal cell model - group worked together to create a cell model that contains all organelles listed in the WebQuest. Organelles are labeled with a name and a function. | /20 |
| Plant cell model - group worked together to create a cell model that contains all organelles listed in the WebQuest. Organelles are labeled with a name and a function. |
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| Self/Peer Evaluation/Group Cooperation | /10 |
| All components complete and turned in on time | /5 |
| Total Points Earned | /95 |