TEACHER: S Carrasco
DATE
MONDAY
Objectives
Unit 2 Describe the
biochemical basis of
life and explain how
energy flows within
and between the living
systems. (P)
CLASS: Int. Science II : Biology
BR/Ant Set
WEEK: 2
Procedures
Components of an Atom/
View short video on atoms and
properties of matter.
TSW complete MPQ1 (from
Friday )
TSW continue Lab from
Friday: comparing the changes
in an objects physical
appearance to its mass /
volume.
Assessment
Teacher
observation and
Socratic
questioning
Completed
Worksheet I from
Lab/ Graded Lab
Report
TSW Discuss how these are
properties of matter.
Graded MPQ1
TTW assign section of LAb to
each group for WB
TUESDAY
Explain and compare
with the use of
examples the types of
bond formation (e.g.,
covalent, ionic,
hydrogen, etc.)
between or among
atoms. (DOK 2)
1. Subatomic particles
STATE TEST QUESTION/
TSW complete WB session
from Lab Parts I-IV
Draw & Label parts of a generic
atom/ classify charge &
TSW view powerpoint on basic
location (bonding)
chemistry in groups &
summarize notes
TTW lead discussion
Teacher
observation of
note taking and
Socratic
questioning
Closure/ HW
Write a
conclusion
paragraph for
lab
report.(complet
e for homework
if necessary
create
Reading
Assignment:
histograms
misconceptions and identify
specific properties of an atom/
elements & periodic table .
and arrangement in
atoms
2. Importance of ions
in biological processes
WEDNESDA
Y
THURSDAY
Unit 2 Describe the
biochemical basis of
life and explain how
energy flows within
and between the living
systems. (P)
Explain and compare
with the use of
examples the types of
bond formation (e.g.,
covalent, ionic,
hydrogen, etc.)
between or among
atoms. (DOK 2)
1. Subatomic particles
and arrangement in
atoms
STATE TEST QUESTION
Discussion of notes from power
point.
MP #2
After discussion of notes,
students will do an independent
activity on atoms and bonding.
TSW select an atom from the
periodic table and discuss
properties, including particle
count and bonding properties.
Teacher
observation and
Socratic
questioning
Check effort on
notes
Graded for
correctness
Discuss the MP
answers
Teacher
observation
2. Importance of ions
in biological processes
FRIDAY
Explain and compare
with the use of
examples the types of
bond formation (e.g.,
covalent, ionic,
hydrogen, etc.)
between or among
atoms. (DOK 2)
1. Subatomic particles
and arrangement in
atoms
2. Importance of ions
in biological processes
ACT
QUESTION
Prepare to
whiteboard
Whiteboard yesterday’s activity
and present in selected groups.
Teacher
observation and
Socratic
questioning
Put up/clean up
boards etc…
1 Conduct a scientific investigation demonstrating safe procedures and proper care of laboratory equipment. (DOK 2)
a 1. Safety rules and symbols
2. Proper use and care of the compound light microscope, slides, chemicals, etc.
3. Accuracy and precision in using graduated cylinders, balances, beakers, thermometers, and rulers
b Formulate questions that can be answered through research and experimental design. (DOK 3)
c Apply the components of scientific processes and methods in classroom and laboratory investigations (e.g., hypotheses,
experimental design, observations, data analyses, interpretations, theory development). (DOK 2)
d Construct and analyze graphs (e.g., plotting points, labeling x-and y-axis, creating appropriate titles and legends for circle, bar,
and line graphs). (DOK 2)
e Analyze procedures, data, and conclusions to determine the scientific validity of research. (DOK 3)
f Recognize and analyze alternative explanations for experimental results and to make predictions based on observations and
prior knowledge. (DOK 3)
g Communicate and defend a scientific argument in oral, written, and graphic form. (DOK 3)
Unit 2 Describe the biochemical basis of life and explain how energy flows within and between the living systems. (P)
a Explain and compare with the use of examples the types of bond formation (e.g., covalent, ionic, hydrogen, etc.)
between or among atoms. (DOK 2)
1. Subatomic particles and arrangement in atoms
2. Importance of ions in biological processes