Running Head: CAPSTONE DELIVERABLES 1

Capstone Project Deliverables

Lisa A. Debany

Post University

2017
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Flipped Classroom Lesson Plans

Lisa A. Debany
10th Grade Biology
.
Unit Title: Photosynthesis Length of Unit: 10-18 days

UNIT OBJECTIVES:
Next Generation Science Standard addressed:

HS-LS1-5- From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes -Use a model to

illustrate how photosynthesis transforms light energy into stored chemical energy (NGSS,
n.d.).

HS-LS2-5 Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics

Develop a model to illustrate the role of photosynthesis and cellular respiration in the
cycling of carbon among the biosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere, and geosphere (NGSS,
n.d.).
HS-PS3-3 Energy- Design, build, and refine a device that works within given constraints
to convert one form of energy into another form of energy.

Connecticut Common Core Standards:

Grade 10 Core Themes, Content Standards and Expected Performances
Strand IV: Cell Chemistry and Biotechnology
Structure and Function How are organisms structured to ensure efficiency and
survival?
10.1 - Fundamental life processes depend on the physical structure and the chemical
activities of the cell.
Strand IV: Cell Chemistry and Biotechnology
Structure and Function How are organisms structured to ensure efficiency and
survival?
10.1 - Fundamental life processes depend on the physical structure and the chemical
activities of the cell (ste.ct.gov, n.d.)
The cellular processes of photosynthesis and respiration involve transformation of matter
and energy.

Essential Question Student I can statements(s):

(Objective): I can write the formula for photosynthesis in symbols and
What is in words.
photosynthesis? I can explain the structure and function of a leaf and relate
Where does it to the process of photosynthesis.
photosynthesis I can explain how sunlight, water, and CO2 are used in
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occur? photosynthesis to produce Sugars and oxygen.

What are the steps of I can explain why photosynthesis is important to all living
photosynthesis? things.
How does I can explain how human activity increase the level of
photosynthesis store CO2 in the atmosphere and how this affects global
energy? warming.
How do plants use
light energy and
convert it to chemical
energy?
What factors
contribute to the
increase in Carbon
dioxide and how does
this relate to global
warming?

Lesson 1 (2-3 days): Homework Assignment:

Inquiry Leaves-
Assignment (Appendix D)
Students cut out leaves with
descriptions of experimental
data that lead to discovery of
the process of
photosynthesis. Students
research facts and put
together an essay that
answers the question, How
do plants get energy?
Students share essays with
the class.
Instructional Video Assignment and note taking:
Bozeman Video- Photosynthesis
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g78utcLQrJ4
Khan Academy- Photosynthesis
https://www.khanacademy.org/science/biology/photosynthesis-in-
plants/introduction-to-stages-of-photosynthesis/v/photosynthesis
Complete the video/note guide questions (Appendix E)
Blog Response:
Why would some argue that photosynthesis is the single most
important chemical reaction on earth? Discuss using supporting
evidence for your reasoning.

Lesson 2:- 2-3 days Homework:

Entrance Slip/Do Review and take notes on teacher PowerPoint slides. Complete
Now: Students will video/note taking guide questions. (Appendix .
use the notes from
homework to answer
the entrance slip Instructional Video:
questions. Lab walkthrough- Bozeman
Review Blog https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZnY9_wMZZWI
Responses- whole Complete pre-lab question: (Appendix F)
class discussion. What factors affect photosynthesis?
Student generated Write a procedure using information from the Instructional video.
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questions from video

assignment will be
used for small group
work. Students will
exchange questions
to answer in small
groups. (Student that
did not do homework
will use computer a
station to watch
videos and take notes
during class time and
complete a student
question for
homework). Whole
group discussion to
answer student
questions on
photosynthesis.
Students work on
Photosynthesis
content packet using
research and notes
(Appendix D)

Identify and clarify

misconceptions.
**Note: Students that have
not done homework will
work independently on a
computer in class. The
teacher will work with
groups and individual
students to assist them at
their level.

Lesson 3: 1-2 days Instructional Video-

DO Now: What factors Bozeman video- The Chloroplast
affect photosynthesis? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jTnNGIx5-P8

Lab: Investigate factors that Label Chloroplast Diagram

affect the rate of
photosynthesis.
Students will design an
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experiment to determine if
increasing/decreasing a
reactant of photosynthesis
will affect the rate of
photosynthesis.
Students will use spinach
leaf discs, sodium
bicarbonate, and light source
at different intensities.

Lesson 4: 1-2 days

Students complete data Video: The Leaf Structure and Function
collection and analysis of Label Leaf Diagram
data.
Work with lab partners to
construct a lab poster board
presentation.

Lesson 4- 1-2
days
Presentation of lab
reports

Lesson 5- 1-2 Instructional Video:

days C3, C4, CAM plants
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HbLg4lMpUa8
Activity Centers-
Students work in Khan Academy- CAM plants
small groups to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xp6Zj24h8uA
complete activities
related to Take notes on videos
photosynthesis.
Students rotate
through two
stations.

Station 1-
Leaf Diagram
label and stomatal
activity.

Station 2-
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Wavelengths of
light and
photosynthesis.

Lesson 6: 1-2 Watch Instructional Video:

days Bozeman Science: Chromatography

Create a model Take Notes on video

that illustrates how Lab Bench On-line Chromatography Lab
plants convert http://www.phschool.com/science/biology_place/labbench/lab4/intro.html
light energy into
chemical energy.

Lesson 7 1-2 days

Skill Check
Chromatography Kahn Academy Photosynthesis-online quiz
lab

Why do leaves
change colors in
the fall?
Use this lab
investigation how
leaves change
color and provide
evidence

Lesson 8- 2-3 Problem based assignment adapted from:

days http://www.mrsoshouse.com/pbl/globwarm.html
Problem-based
Project- Students research the cause and effects of a warming climate and use the
information to craft a plan that could be used in their community.

Photosynthesis
Assessment

Reference:
Next Generation Science Standards, (n.p.) Retrieved from http://www.nextgenscience.org/
http://www.sde.ct.go
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Traditional Classroom Lesson Plans

Lisa A. Debany
10th Grade Biology
.
Unit Title: Photosynthesis Length of Unit: 10-18 days

UNIT OBJECTIVES:
Next Generation Science Standard addressed:

HS-LS1-5- From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes -Use a model to

illustrate how photosynthesis transforms light energy into stored chemical energy (NGSS,
n.d.).

HS-LS2-5 Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics- Develop a model to

illustrate the role of photosynthesis and cellular respiration in the cycling of carbon among
the biosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere, and geosphere (NGSS, n.d.).
HS-PS3-3 Energy- Design, build, and refine a device that works within given constraints
to convert one form of energy into another form of energy.

Connecticut Common Core Standards:

Grade 10 Core Themes, Content Standards and Expected Performances
Strand IV: Cell Chemistry and Biotechnology
Structure and Function How are organisms structured to ensure efficiency and
survival?
10.1 - Fundamental life processes depend on the physical structure and the chemical
activities of the cell.
Strand IV: Cell Chemistry and Biotechnology
Structure and Function How are organisms structured to ensure efficiency and
survival?
10.1 - Fundamental life processes depend on the physical structure and the chemical
activities of the cell (ste.ct.gov, n.d.)
The cellular processes of photosynthesis and respiration involve transformation of matter
and energy.

Essential Question Student I can statements(s):

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(Objective): I can write the formula for photosynthesis in symbols and

What is in words.
photosynthesis? I can explain the structure and function of a leaf and relate
Where does it to the process of photosynthesis.
photosynthesis I can explain how sunlight, water, and CO2 are used in
occur? photosynthesis to produce Sugars and oxygen.
What are the steps of I can explain why photosynthesis is important to all living
photosynthesis? things.
How does I can explain how human activity increase the level of
photosynthesis store CO2 in the atmosphere and how this affects global
energy? warming.
How do plants use
light energy and
convert it to chemical
energy?
What factors
contribute to the
increase in Carbon
dioxide and how does
this relate to global
warming?

Lesson 1 (2-3 days): Homework Assignment:

In class- Inquiry Leaves- Assignment (Appendix D)
Instructional Videos Students cut out leaves with descriptions of experimental data that
Bozeman- Photosynthesis lead to discovery of the process of photosynthesis. Student
Khan Academy- research facts and put leaves in order to develop an essay that
Photosynthesis answers the question, How do plants get energy?
Students take notes on
videos.
In class assignment-
Use notes to answer:
Why would some argue that
photosynthesis is the single
most important chemical
reaction on earth?
Close- Class discussion

Lesson 2:- 2-3 days Homework:

Do Now: Students
will use the notes Complete assigned pages from photosynthesis packet for
from homework to homework.
answer the entrance
slip questions.
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PowerPoint notes on
photosynthesis-
Students take notes

Students work on
Photosynthesis
content using notes
and text book
(Appendix D)

Identify and clarify

misconceptions.

*Note: No accommodations
for students that did not do
homework.

Lesson 3: 1-2 days

Lab analysis and conclusion questions for lab write-up.
Instructional Video-
Bozeman Walkthrough Lab Read Text book pages and label Chloroplast Diagram

Pre-lab: What factors affect

photosynthesis?

Lab: Investigate factors that

affect the rate of
photosynthesis.
Students will design an
experiment to determine if
increasing/decreasing a
reactant of photosynthesis
will affect the rate of
photosynthesis.
Students will use spinach
leaf discs, sodium
bicarbonate, and light source
at different intensities.

Lesson 4: 1-2 days

Review lab results Label Leaf Diagram
Class discussion on factors Answer questions in Photosynthesis packet
affecting photosynthesis.
Video: The Leaf Structure
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and Function and

PowerPoint notes
Students take notes

Lesson 4- 1-2 days Complete stomatal analysis questions

Instructional Video: C3, C4, CAM plants
Khan Academy- CAM plants.
Student take notes and perform leaf stomatal
activity with a partner

Lesson 4- 1-2 days Complete pre-lab questions.

Instructional Video:
Bozeman: Chromatography

Lab-bench- online chromatography lab

Lesson 6: 1-2 days Complete analysis and conclusions

Teacher provides instruction and direction for questions
students to Why do leaves change colors in the
perform Chromatography lab fall?
Use the lab investigation to demonstrate
how leaves change color and provide
evidence

Lesson 7 1-2 days

Create a model that illustrates how plants convert
light energy into chemical energy.

Lesson 8 2-3 days Research project work

Research project-
What factors increase carbon dioxide in the
atmosphere and how does it contribute to global
warming?

Photosynthesis Assessment
.

Reference:
Next Generation Science Standards, (n.p.) Retrieved from http://www.nextgenscience.org/
http://www.sde.ct.go
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Example of a Student Entrance Slip used to assess homework commitment

Name: __________________________________

Entrance Slip: Photosynthesis- video and notes homework

1 Photosynthesis takes place in leafs ________.

2. Chlorophyll absorbs ___________ from the sun.

3. This energy changes _____________ ____________ into __________ for the plant.
By making its own food, the leaf releases ____________ into the air.

4. What is the equation for photosynthesis?

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Project based inquiry

Name:________________ Inquiry Leaves Activity Date:___________

Cut out the leaves and study the information on each leaf. Using the information from your notes
on photosynthesis and research, arrange the leaves in order to describe the discovery of the
process of photosynthesis.

Using the information on the leaves and your research, write an essay that answers the
question: How do plants get energy? Your essay should include the scientific discoveries you
researched. Be sure to include references in the body of the essay and as a separate page.

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Rubric for Inquiry Leaves Essay

Criteria Exceed Meets Does Not Meet Points

Expectations-10 Expectations-5 Expectations-1

Critical Thinking Demonstrates Demonstrates Does not

Skills exceptional adequate critical demonstrate

Critical thinking thinking skills by critical thinking

skills by applying skills by using

applying appropriate adequate

appropriate and researched researched

extensive information. information.

research

researched

information.
Problem solving Demonstrates Demonstrates Does not

skills exceptional problem solving demonstrate

problem solving skills enough to problem solving

strategies to solve the skills and does

develop a clear problem not demonstrate

and concise plan assigned. a clear plan to

to solve the solve the

problem assigned problem

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assigned.
Accuracy Order and Order and Order and

sequence of sequence of sequence of

information is information is information is

highly accurate. mostly accurate. not accurate.

Task Demonstrates Demonstrates Does not
Commitment and
timeliness exceptional adequate demonstrate

commitment and commitment and commitment.

effort to the task effort to Poor effort.

and turned it in completing the Assignment

on time. task. Turned in turned in more

one day late than one day late.

Student photosynthesis packet of required knowledge: Questions for class

discussions for flipped classroom and homework for traditional classroom.

Name: _______________________________ Date: _____________________

Photosynthesis questions for discussion: Bring this with you to every class.

1 Producer-

Give examples of producers.

2. Consumer -
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Give examples of consumers.

Are you a producer or consumer?

3. What is a photosynthetic organism?

5. a. What are some benefits of plants?

b. How do rely on plant products every day? List 5 ways you depend on plants.

6. What does synthesis mean? What does photo mean?

7. What are pigments? What types of pigments are found in leaves?

8. What do all green plants have in common?

9. How does wavelength of light relate to photosynthesis?

10. Why do leaves change color in the fall?

The Process of Photosynthesis

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&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pinterest.com%2Fasidell%2Fbio-cell-respiration-photosynthesis
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Using the diagram above and information from your notes, answer the questions above.

1 What are the four key ingredients for photosynthesis to occur?

2. What happens to the oxygen that plants produce?

3. Where does the light reaction occur? What are the key ingredients for this process to
occur?

4. Where does the Calvin cycle occur? What are the key ingredients for this process to occur?

5. How does human activity contribute to the increase in Carbon Dioxide in the atmosphere?

Identify the major structures of photosynthesis and relate it to its function. You may want
to refer to the diagram of the Chloroplast, Light reaction, and Calvin Cycle.
Complete the chart below:
Photosynthetic Structure Photosynthetic Process

Write the formula for photosynthesis both in chemical symbols and in words below:
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Material of Photosynthesis What happens to material during photosynthesis?

Light Energy

Water

Carbon Dioxide

Sugar

Oxygen

The Leaf: Using your labeled leaf diagram, complete the chart below:

Leaf Part Function

Name: ______________________________ Leaf Diagram

Label the leaf diagram below using information from the instructional video below:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=6&v=HQk8SPfvXps
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Image retrieved from http://wps.prenhall.com/wps/media/tmp/labeling/1141643_dyn.gif

List the function of each of the parts of the leaf below:

Structure Function

Name:_________________________ Pre-lab Investigation Photosynthesis Date:______

Instructional Video- Lab walkthrough

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZnY9_wMZZWI
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1 What factors affect the rate of photosynthesis?

2. Using the experimental set-up from the video, design an experiment to test one of the variables
that could affect the rate of photosynthesis? Write a brief procedure.

3. What would you use as the control group?

Name:_____________________ Chloroplast Date:_____________

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Instructional Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jTnNGIx5-P8

Take notes while watching the video on the Chloroplast. Label the diagram.

Structure Function

A.

B.

C.

D.
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Name:____________________ Chromatography Pre-lab Date:____________

Instructional video: Chromatography

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2qpDSwyR-0

LAB Bench : Photosynthesis and Chromatography

http://www.phschool.com/science/biology_place/labbench/lab4/intro.html
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Name:_________________________ Entrance Slip -Chromatography

1 What is the R value for carotene calculated from the chromatogram below?
f

2. Which graph would be the most likely result of performing the photosynthesis experiment
using fresh chloroplasts placed in light and DPIP?
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Project- Based Learning

Flipped Classroom Assignment

You have just completed a unit of study on photosynthesis in your biology class. You feel really

great about being able to explain to your family the details of how plants use carbon dioxide

from the atmosphere for the process of photosynthesis and release oxygen. However, you hear

so much about increased in carbon dioxide and increases in global temperatures. You are not sure

how these are related or what effect it has in your life.

You decide to investigate this further by answering these questions:

How is carbon dioxide related to global warming?

Do you think people's actions are causing global warming?
Explore some examples of the consequences of a prolonged rising temperature of the

earth.
Examine why/how rising temperatures of the earth are a problem.

After researching the questions, you feel like you have a good idea about global warming. You

decide to:

Option 1:
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Write a letter regarding this issue to one of the individuals that represent you in the U.S.

Congress. You want to Tell them how you feel about this issue and what you believe should be

done about it. Be sure to:

Cite examples that relate specifically to your community.

Point to the individuals previous voting record on relevant issues.

Find their office address and use the appropriate greeting including title and business

letter format.

Option 2:

You decide you want to be a part of the change: Look around your community or school and

identify an action that you can take that will contribute to reducing the effects of global warming.

It does not need to be a big action. Develop a plan regarding the action. Contact community

leaders, administration, family members, and/ or school board members to help you make the

change.

Click on this link to learn more about your issue and how to take action: Your America:

Take action resources

Option 3:

Make a very educational video about the issue of global warming. Be sure to use credible and

verified data. You can choose to enter your video in the CSPAN student Cam Project.
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See these examples: Requiem for the Honeybee from Charles Greene

Down to the Last DROP from Madison Richards CSPAN Student Cam project

See Schoology for links to resources on Global Warming and related topics.

Traditional Classroom Research Project

You will research the topic of global warming and write 5-8 page research paper.Your paper

should be clearly and simply written using your own words and should be well documented. That

means it should be based on research, should be footnoted (using any of the standard citation

formats), and there should be a bibliography.

Your audience will be your fellow classmates. Keep in mind you are addressing students

that have a basic knowledge of the subject

The paper should describe what global warming is, how do humans impact global

warming, what effects does it have on earths inhabitants, what could be done to reduce

global warming and all the facts behind it, perhaps a little of its history, and what the

situation means to the different parties involved. You can include other relevant topics to

enrich your research.

End your paper with your recommendations for what should be done in the future to

address global warming. Your recommendation has to be clear, specific, and measurable.
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Provide references for your ideas within your paper (Without including these connections

your paper will be considered incomplete and will not earn a passing grade).
There is not minimum or maximum for the paper. It is expected that you research all

required information and write a research paper that coherently ties in all the information.
Project Self Evaluation by completing a self- evaluation of your research that follows.

Self- Evaluation of Research Global Warming

Complete this self-evaluation while you conduct your research project. The criteria here will be

used to evaluate you using a teacher rubric. It will benefit you if you are through ad honest in

your self-evaluation.

Name:________________________________ Date:______________

In evaluating your research project, please take into account the following considerations:

Category Exemplary Good Satisfactory Working on it

Research: I
used sufficient
research to
address all
part of the
required
information.
I read and
took notes on
multiple
research
papers,
articles, and
videos. I
organized
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information
for the paper.
I verified all
my sources
I developed a
solution that
could help
reduce global
warming that
is clear,
specific, and
measurable
I used
references in
my paper
when I used
researched
information.
My research
explained the
importance of
the issue and
did not just
summarize
data.
Overall I
expect to get a
grade that is:
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Post Assessment

The expected outcome of the flipped classroom model is to provide students with a more

active learning environment in class and free class time for more discussion and

clarification of content for students. Providing students with higher level work in class that

requires students to synthesis, analyze and evaluate information should increase problem

solving and critical thinking skills. The questions on this post assessment require students

to think critically and solve problems. This is used to evaluate student achievement in this

area.

Name:________________________________ Date:____________________________

Photosynthesis Assessment

1. Write the overall equation for photosynthesis in both symbols and words.(5pts)
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2. a. What does the diagram above represent? (15 pts).

b. Describe the structures found in the diagram and how they relate to the process
of photosynthesis.
c. If you isolated the structure in the diagram what color would it be and why?

3. A student exposed two plants to only red light and two plants to only green light. Which
plants would grow better and why? Be specific. You may use diagrams or drawings in
your explanation. (10 Pts).

4. (10 pts)
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5. (10 pts).

6. Draw a diagram to illustrate the cycling of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. How does
carbon dioxide effect global warming? What impact do humans have on global warming?
How does it affect your community? Provide evidence for your explanations. (10 pts.)