Benchmark: SC.912.L.15.1 Explain how the scientific theory of evolution is supported by the fossil record, comparative anatomy, comparative embryology, biogeography, molecular biology and observed evolutionary change.
Objective:
Student understands that evolutionary theory is a culmination of lots of evidence.
DEQ:
How is the theory of evolution supported by the different disciplines?
Agenda:
ENGAGE: "What is evolution?"
EXPLORE: "Evidence for Evolution"
EXPLAIN: Cornell Notes + Evolution
EXTEND: Evolution Concept Map, Question Set 12
EVALUATE: 5QAs
Vocabulary: paleontologist, theory, adaption, species, comparative anatomy, embryology, homologous structure, vestigial organ, fossil record, biogeography, geologic time, adaptive radiation, convergent evolution, co-evolution, punctuated equilibrium
