Diffusion—Molecules on the Move
Diffusion: Molecules on the Move Dialysis tubing is an excellent way to simulate the cell membrane’s selective permeability. In this experiment, sealed dialysis tubing containing a test solution of albumin, glucose, sodium chloride, and starch is placed in a cup of distilled water. After 30 to 45 minutes, the tubing is removed from the cup […]
Osmosis Eggsperiment
Introduction 2-3 students per group Prep: 15 minutes Class: 15-45 minutes over 3 days Subject: Physiology Grade: 6-12 Water passes into and out of cells by a special type of diffusion called osmosis. Osmosis is the diffusion of water molecules across a selectively permeable membrane from an area of higher water concentration to an area of […]
Hands-On with Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration
Photosynthesis is a topic that many students need help understanding. Using a hands-on experiment to demonstrate the process helps reinforce the concepts with students, especially your kinesthetic learns. Combining the lab with images and video found on the Internet targets your audio and visual learners as well. Below are simple activities that use Elodea to help teach […]
The Rock Cycle and Earth Processes
A CAROLINA ESSENTIALS INVESTIGATION Total Time Prep: 30 mins Activity: 30-45 mins Earth and Space Science Grade Level 6-8 Middle School Quick Links Close Quick Links Open Quick Links Introduction Essential Question NGSS Materials Procedures Analysis Kit Resources Introduction Essential Question NGSS Materials Procedures Analysis Kit Resources Introduction This is an introductory activity that relates […]
Photosynthesis
A Carolina EssentialsTM Activity Total Time: 50-60 MIN Prep: 30 | Activity: 20-30 Life Science 9-12 High School Overview This investigation is a visual way to introduce students to photosynthesis. As Elodea uses carbon dioxide from the initial solution, a change in pH occurs, causing a color change in the solution. The change is detectable in as […]
Phenology: Spring Leaf Index
A Carolina EssentialsTM Activity Total Time: 45-60 MIN Prep: 15 | Activity: 30-45 Life Science 9-12 High School Overview The study of related events, particularly between plants and animals that occur on a predictable or periodic cycle, is called phenology. Phenology studies are crucial to determining disruptions in environmental relationships as climate patterns shift, and phenology […]
Clean Up Your Mess! Air and Water Pollution Remediation
Workshop Resources Life Science 6-12 Middle / High School Pollution remediation is a messy but necessary business. Experience hands-on environmental science activities that model the techniques used to clean up pollution. Depending on instructional objectives, qualitative observations or quantitative measurements may be made. Download Presentation Download Handouts Buy The Kit
Atmospheric Carbon Dioxide and the Greening of the Planet
A Carolina EssentialsTM Activity Total Time: 45-60 MIN Prep: 15 | Activity: 30-45 Earth and Space Science 9-12 High School Overview Atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO2) levels have been changing globally since about 1785. Ice core samples indicate that prior to the late 1700s, CO2Â levels were around 280 parts per million (ppm). In 1885, CO2Â levels peaked […]
Talking Allowed! Using Science Discourse for Equity
Workshop Resources Earth and Space Science 6-8 Middle School Why is science discourse important? How does it impact improving equity in a science classroom? How do teachers implement this strategy? Learn the answers to these and other questions as you explore engaging (STCMS) lessons from the Smithsonian. Download Presentation Download Handouts Other STCMS Resources
Exploring OpenSciEd from Carolina
Workshop Resources Earth and Space Science 6-8 Middle School Experience the pedagogy of OpenSciEd for middle school by engaging in a model lesson from the new Carolina Certified Version. In this workshop, teachers will experience the four elements of the anchoring phenomenon routine. Teachers will experience firsthand how the anchoring phenomenon routine motivates students to […]