Standard:
SC.912.L.16.14 Describe the cell cycle, including the process of mitosis. Explain the role of mitosis in the formation of new cells and its importance in maintaining chromosome number during asexual reproduction.
SC.912.L.16.8 Explain the relationship between mutation, cell cycle, and uncontrolled cell growth potentially resulting in cancer.
SC.912.N.3.5 Describe the function of models in science, and identify the wide range of models used in science.
Objective: Students will understand the process of mitosis and the importance of maintaining chromosome number through the process.
DEQ: When and how do cells make more cells?
Agenda:
ENGAGE: "How well do I know these words" - Mitosis (Day 0), IG 10-1 "Getting Through" (Day 1), IG 10-2 "Cell Cycle" (Day 2)
EXPLORE: Animated Biology - Mitosis and Cytokinesis
EXPLAIN: Cornell Notes + Chapter 5 (Cell Division)
EXTEND: Mitosis Slides, Mitosis Drawing
EVALUATE: Cell Division Quiz
