Activity Overview:
Students, in this lesson, you will compare the structure and function of the cell and cell parts to a city.
Materials:
*Computer with Internet access.
*Poster board or large drafting paper.
*Colored pencils and other construction materials.
*Hand-outs & Cell-terms
*Science Text
Time Required:
Three class periods plus independent work.
Procedure:
1) In class we will discuss the structure and function of the cell and its organelles. Specificly, we will learn the components and interrelationship of components of the animal cell.
2) Next we will discuss how structures in a city might be compared to a cell. For instance, a cell is like a city; it has a central governing body, a transportation system and other similarities. A good example would be comparing a mitochondria to a power-plant because the mitochondria are the sites of aerobic respiration within the cell and hence the suppliersof energy.
3) Students, once you have formed groups of three or four members you will surf the web. The students' web page has background information on the structure and function of the cell to help base your cell analogies. Cell terms and handouts will be provided.
4) Learners you will creatively construct your cell city on poster board. Clearly label all parts of your diagram and analogies.
5) Students you will be responsible to present your comparisons, complete with illustrations, to the class. Each member in the group will explain the several relationships between the city and the cell in detail.
Cautions:
Use Internet appropriately.
Do not run with scissors.
Objectives:
*Identify & understand the structure and function of all cell components.
*Create a comparative analogy of a cell to a city.
*Work effectively in teams.
Evaluations:
Presentation, Hand-outs, Cell Quiz.
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