Ellington Academy Lesson Plans
Mrs. Rhoades, Biology
Week of Mar. 31st – Apr. 4th
Desired Outcomes
Objectives:
Identify the techniques of genetic engineering, including
Compare and contrast the pros and cons of genetic engineering
Analyze the ethical and scientific issues presented in a film related to genetic engineering
Essential Questions: How do we use technology to see the world?
How is technology changing our genetics?
Assessment of Learning
Daily warm-ups; small- and whole-group discussion; monitoring students’ progress during independent work; completion of daily assignments; reading; video questions.
Arts/Technology Integration Strategy
Videos and Powerpoint slides will be shown. Students will watch and analyze a film related to genetic engineering.
Learning Plan for the Week
Hook: How can we change our DNA with technology? Is this good or bad?
Direct Instruction: The teacher will give direct instruction on the topic of genetic engineering, as well as providing daily instructions.
Guided Practice: The teacher will guide students through the beginning of all activities and lead discussion on the debate/articles and the movie.
Independent Practice: Students will complete individual assignments and reflections on the film.
Closure: Students will watch a film about genetic engineering and how it can potentially change society, considering moral and ethical questions.
Materials/Resources: Handouts will be provided for students; students should have notebooks, folders/binders, their computers, and something to write with every day. They should keep their textbooks at home for a resource.
DAILY LEARNING PLAN
Daily Schedule 3.24-3.28
Monday
(25) Notes on genetic engineering
(25) Genetic engineering assignment
Homework: Genetic engineering online exploration
Tuesday
(20) Read article and discuss with small group
(30) Discuss/debate pros and cons of GE with other groups/whole class
Weds-Fri
Watching film: Gattaca – how could technology change our genetic destiny? How could that change society?
Mrs. Rhoades, Biology
Week of Mar. 31st – Apr. 4th
Desired Outcomes
Objectives:
Identify the techniques of genetic engineering, including
Compare and contrast the pros and cons of genetic engineering
Analyze the ethical and scientific issues presented in a film related to genetic engineering
Essential Questions: How do we use technology to see the world?
How is technology changing our genetics?
Assessment of Learning
Daily warm-ups; small- and whole-group discussion; monitoring students’ progress during independent work; completion of daily assignments; reading; video questions.
Arts/Technology Integration Strategy
Videos and Powerpoint slides will be shown. Students will watch and analyze a film related to genetic engineering.
Learning Plan for the Week
Hook: How can we change our DNA with technology? Is this good or bad?
Direct Instruction: The teacher will give direct instruction on the topic of genetic engineering, as well as providing daily instructions.
Guided Practice: The teacher will guide students through the beginning of all activities and lead discussion on the debate/articles and the movie.
Independent Practice: Students will complete individual assignments and reflections on the film.
Closure: Students will watch a film about genetic engineering and how it can potentially change society, considering moral and ethical questions.
Materials/Resources: Handouts will be provided for students; students should have notebooks, folders/binders, their computers, and something to write with every day. They should keep their textbooks at home for a resource.
DAILY LEARNING PLAN
Daily Schedule 3.24-3.28
Monday
(25) Notes on genetic engineering
(25) Genetic engineering assignment
Homework: Genetic engineering online exploration
Tuesday
(20) Read article and discuss with small group
(30) Discuss/debate pros and cons of GE with other groups/whole class
Weds-Fri
Watching film: Gattaca – how could technology change our genetic destiny? How could that change society?