Lesson 1: How Plants React

Do plants move? How does a plant "know" where the light is?

Stimulus, Tropism (Positive/Negative), Auxin, Ethylene, Phototropism, Gravitropism, Thigmotropism, Hydrotropism.

DCI: LS1.A (Structure and Function); SEP: Analyzing and Interpreting Data; CCC: Cause and Effect.

Analysis in Science: Distinguishing between evidence and inference in plant response observations.

(DOK 3) Students explore the "Types of Plant Responses" reading and complete the "Plant Tropisms Notes." They use the "Tropisms Online Lab" to analyze video evidence of plants responding to light, gravity, and touch.

Inquiry Process: Students observe various tropism phenomena (stems bending toward windows, roots growing down) to identify potential variables for their own upcoming investigations.

Students often believe plants "move" like animals, rather than understanding that tropisms are the result of differential growth rates.

Differentiation by Content:
Tiered Assignments: Create assignments with varying levels of difficulty to cater to students' abilities. For example, offer a basic level assignment, an intermediate level assignment, and an advanced level assignment.
Flexible Grouping: Group students based on their readiness levels or learning styles. This allows you to provide targeted instruction and support to different groups of students.
Choice Boards: Offer students a variety of activities to choose from, allowing them to select tasks that align with their interests and learning styles.
Differentiation by Process:
Scaffolded Instruction: Break down complex tasks into smaller, manageable steps to support students who need additional guidance.
Graphic Organizers: Provide students with visual tools like Venn diagrams, concept maps, and timelines to help them organize information and make connections.
Technology Integration: Utilize technology tools like simulations, online resources, and educational apps to engage students and provide alternative learning pathways.
Differentiation by Product:
Multiple Assessment Options: Offer students a variety of ways to demonstrate their understanding, such as written reports, presentations, models, or digital projects.
Student Choice: Allow students to choose the format for their final projects, giving them ownership over their learning.
Rubrics: Develop clear and specific rubrics to provide students with expectations and guidelines for their work.

LP 4.1 Checkpoint (Quiz)

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1fkDmNEctGvYy8Ku11HwO1Eo2jChj6uUH?usp=drive_link