ASE SC 1 Living Organisms and Ecosystems Student Name ___________________________________ Beginning Date: _________
Structures and Functions of Living Organisms
Bio.1.1 Understand the relationship between the structures and functions of cells and their organelles.
Learning Targets (I can)
1.1.1
identify organelles in plant/animal cells
1.1.1
explain the function of each organelle
1.1.1
differentiate between plant and animal cells
1.1.1
analyze how organelle structure and
function are related
1.1.2
properly use a light microscope
1.1.2
calculate for total power magnification when
using a light microscope
1.1.2
distinguish between a prokaryotic and
eukaryotic cell when using a microscope
1.1.2
distinguish between a plant and animal cell
when using a microscope
1.1.2
explain why a scanning and electron
transmission microscope reveals greater
detail about eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells
1.1.2
predict that prokaryotic cells are less
complex than eukaryotic cells
1.1.2
distinguish between prokaryotic and
eukaryotic cells
1.1.3
recognize a specialized cell and determine its
function
1.1.3
recognize the difference between a stem cell
and a specialized cell
1.1.3
explain the process of differentiation
1.1.3
explain how cells communicate using
chemical signals
1.1.3
discuss how stem cells are used in the body
Criteria for Success (I did)
Mastery
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Date
Mastery
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 correctly label a plant/animal cell
 match function to correct organelle
 complete a graphic organizer showing the organelle and its function
 use a Venn diagram to compare/contrast plant and animal cells
 draw conclusions about the relationship between structure and function by
analyzing diagrams of cell organelles
 demonstrate proper use of a light microscope via a lab demonstration
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remember that total magnification = ocular X objective
remember that ocular =10X
perform calculations using practice problems
categorize cells based on the presence of a nucleus when using a
microscope to determine if the cell is prokaryotic or eukaryotic.
 categorize cells based on structural clues (ex. cell wall, chloroplasts) to
identify if a cell is a plant or animal cell when using a microscope
 identify the difference between a microscope and an electron microscope
 interpret images from light microscopes and electron microscopes to
compare detail
 construct a Venn diagram comparing/contrasting prokaryotic and
eukaryotic cells
 construct a Venn diagram comparing/contrasting prokaryotic and
eukaryotic cells
 use pictures to determine and distinguish a specialized cell and its function
 define a stem cell
 define a specialized cell
 understand that only parts of DNA are activated and determine the function
and structure of specialized cells
 understand the role of hormones and receptors
 understand the process of nerve cell conduction
 recall stem cells and apply that knowledge to reproduction and
differentiation of stem cells
Structures and Functions of Living Organisms
Bio.1.2 Analyze the cell as a living system.
Learning Targets (I can)
1.2.1
recognize homeostatic principles in action
1.2.1
distinguish between passive and active
transport
Revised: July 26, 2013
Criteria for Success (I did)
 relate pH and buffers to their importance in the body
 analyze temperature, glucose and water regulation within a living system
 recognize diffusion, facilitated diffusion and osmosis as types of passive
transport
 predict movement of particles based on concentration gradient
 recognize that osmosis is the diffusion of water across a semipermeable
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ASE SC 1 Living Organisms and Ecosystems Student Name ___________________________________ Beginning Date: _________
1.2.1
explain the role of the plasma membrane in
maintaining homeostasis in the cell
1.2.1
determine the direction of water movement
in varying concentrations of solutions
1.2.2
outline the cell cycle
membrane
 recognize the sodium-potassium pump, endocytosis and exocytosis as types
of active transport
 explain that active transport can move particles from a low to high
concentration
 explain that active transport uses energy in the form of ATP
 explain that passive transport does not require energy and that active
transport requires energy
 label the parts of the cell membrane
 evaluate the role of the phospholipids and proteins in facilitating cell
transport
 predict the fate of a cell based on concentration
 determine the water concentration based on solution concentration
 complete a graphic organizer explaining each step of the process
 recognize that mitosis is a form of asexual reproduction and explain why
mitosis is asexual (ex. same chromosome number)
 create a model (ex. flip book) sequencing the phases of the cell cycle
1.2.2
organize diagrams of the cell cycle.
1.2.3
 recognize the benefits provided by contractile vacuoles, cilia, flagella,
explain how contractile vacuoles, cilia, flagella, pseudopods and eyespots
pseudopods and eyespots increase survival for
unicellular organisms
1.2.3
 distinguish between chemotaxis and phototaxis.
summarize the survival benefits of adaptive
 predict whether organisms will be likely to demonstrate chemotaxis or
behaviors, including chemotaxis and
phototaxis
phototaxis
Ecosystems
Bio.2.1 Analyze the interdependence of living organisms within their environment.
Learning Targets (I can)
2.1.1
recognize the carbon cycle and how it relates
to photosynthesis, cellular respiration,
decomposition and climate change
2.1.1
summarize the nitrogen cycle
2.1.1
identify the factors that influence climate
2.1.1
explain the processes that breakdown
matter within an ecosystem
2.1.1
analyze energy pyramids for direction and
efficiency of energy transfer
2.1.2
explain how organisms adapt to their
specifics environments in order to carry out
life functions
Revised: July 26, 2013
Criteria for Success (I did)
Mastery
Level %
Date
 label a chart of the carbon cycle with regards to photosynthesis, cellular
respiration, decomposition and climate change
 evaluate the effects of varying CO2 levels on these processes
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complete a chart of the nitrogen cycle
conclude from the chart its importance to synthesis of proteins and DNA
explain the role of nitrogen-fixing bacteria in the nitrogen cycle
explain how the greenhouse effect and natural environmental processes
influence the environment
 debate the human impact on the greenhouse effect
 identify the participants of the ecosystem involved in the cycling of matter
 develop a flow chart that illustrates the decomposition of matter
 complete a chart or construct a model which represents this flow of energy
and energy transfer
 explain the conversion from radiant energy to chemical energy to heat
energy
 distinguish between vascular and nonvascular plants.
 logically sequence the functions of an advanced (vertebrate) cardiovascular
system as related to transport of materials and removal of waste
 compare and contrast how different organisms take in and release gases
such as CO2, O2, and water vapor as well as cellular respiration
 compare and contrast using a Venn diagram, autotrophs and heterotrophs
and how they breakdown and absorb foods
 compare the similarities and differences of sexual and asexual reproduction.
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ASE SC 1 Living Organisms and Ecosystems Student Name ___________________________________ Beginning Date: _________
2.1.2
analyze behavioral adaptations that help
accomplish basic life functions
2.1.3
identify and describe the different symbiotic
relationships
2.1.3
recall the various forms of communication
and territorial defenses
2.1.3
infer the relationships between predator and
prey
2.1.4
interpret a variety of graphs including
carrying capacity and exponential growth
2.1.4
interpret human population growth
demonstrating birth and death rates and
how it influences population size
2.1.4
explain how diseases disrupt the balance in
an ecosystem
(example: using a chart)
 compare the similarities and differences of internal and external
fertilization. (example: using a chart)
 define various behavioral adaptations including suckling, taxes/taxis,
migration, estivation, and hibernation, habituation, imprinting, classical
conditioning (e.g. Pavlov’s experiment), and trial and error learning
 match the behavioral adaptations to their life functions
 match definition with correct relationship.
 evaluate a situation to determine which relationship applies
 define pheromones, courtship dances, and territorial defenses
 give examples of organisms that use pheromones, courtship dances, and
territorial defenses
 interpret a food web and food chain.
 predict the influence of changes to a food web
 compare and contrast exponential growth and logistic growth
 evaluate the limiting factors that can create specific carrying capacities
 analyze various types of population graphs to determine the effect of birth
rate and death rate
 examine the factors affecting birth and death rates
 research and present the effects of various diseases on the ecosystem
Ecosystems
Bio.2.2 Understand the impact of human activities on the environment (one generation affects the next).
Learning Targets (I can)
2.2.1
interpret the effect of human activities and
how they impact the environment
2.2.1
interpret data regarding historical and
predicted impact on ecosystems
2.2.1
explain factors that impact North Carolina
ecosystems
2.2.2
analyze the impact of humans on natural
resources
2.2.2
demonstrate conservation methods and
stewardship
Criteria for Success (I did)
Mastery
Level %
Date
 analyze current events and how they impact the ecosystem
 examine the role of population growth, technology, consumption of
resources and production of waste
 examine the role of human impact on the ecosystem
 evaluate the historical data to determine human effect on global climate
 predict the impact humans have on ecosystems and global climate through
current and projected data
 examine the effect that acid rain has on mountain ecosystems
 examine the impact of beach erosion
 examine the impact of urban development of the NC piedmont as it effects
habitat destruction and water runoff
 interpret the impact of invasive species
 recognize the effect of waste lagoons on hog farms
 infer the effects of resource depletion, deforestation, and pesticide use
 trace the path of bioaccumulation
 explore ways to contribute to conservation efforts
 propose solutions to environmental problems with emphasis on good
stewardship
Adapted from: Iredell-Statesville Curriculum Guide, 2012
Revised: July 26, 2013
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