Students delve into the mechanism of CRISPR-Cas9, modeling targeted molecular editing and debating the ethical implications of precision genetic modification.
A comprehensive lesson on butterfly biology and conservation, focusing on citing textual evidence and structured informative writing for 4th-5th grade students.
An all-in-one review session covering Life Science, Physical Science, Earth and Space Science, and Engineering Design for the 5th grade MCAS.
Students learn to distinguish between exponential and logistic population growth models, identify carrying capacity, and understand the role of limiting factors in shaping biological communities.
A deep dive into the structures and reactions of organic molecules and biomolecules, focusing on nomenclature, structural identification, and biological functions.
This lesson covers the logic and programming required to create a digital switch interface using Python, focusing on key bindings and signal processing.
An introductory lesson on how the periodic table is organized, covering atomic numbers, mass, types of elements, and periodic trends.
A lesson exploring the evolution of early computing machines and the varying historical perspectives on which machine deserves the title of the 'first' computer. Students will analyze different viewpoints based on technical criteria like programmability, electronics, and logic.
A biology lesson focused on the genetic implications of inbreeding, utilizing a bilingual case study to explore recessive traits, genetic variation, and population health.
A comprehensive lesson exploring the mechanics of chemical reactions, including collision theory, energy diagrams, and the factors that influence reaction rates. Students will learn to visualize and calculate energy changes while conducting a hands-on investigation.
An immersive genetics escape room activity where students solve puzzles related to chromosomal errors, mutations, and inheritance patterns to 'unlock' a breached genomic system.
An exploration of the fundamental building blocks of Earth's crust, focusing on the differences between minerals and rocks, the dynamic processes of the rock cycle, and the economic importance of geologic resources.
Students learn key terms related to online safety, privacy, and responsible digital behavior.
Students explore vocabulary related to software applications, the internet, and digital navigation.
Students identify and define common physical components of a computer system.
A comprehensive lesson on invasive species focusing on their dramatic impact on local populations and ecosystems through data analysis and food web mapping.