Introduction to Sterile Technique
Carolina LabSheets™ Overview In this lab, students practice transfer of a bacterial culture using sterile technique. The lab is intended as an introductory microbiology activity. Before conducting the lab, ensure that students are familiar with standard lab procedures, including the use of gas burners and personal protective equipment. Download Student Lab Sheet Needed Materials 155155 […]
Constructing a Cladogram with Hydra, Planaria, and Daphnia
A CAROLINA ESSENTIALS INVESTIGATION Quick Links Close Quick Links Open Quick Links Introduction Materials Safety Procedures Labsheeet Introduction Materials Safety Procedures Labsheeet Overview In this lab students compare the body structure and functions of three invertebrates to that of a vertebrate. They use their data to construct a cladogram. Download Student Lab Sheet Download Anatomy […]
Developing a Computational Model for Heat Exchange
A CAROLINA ESSENTIALS INVESTIGATION Total Time Prep: 30 mins Activity: 30-60 mins Physical Science Grade Level 9-12 High School Quick Links Close Quick Links Open Quick Links Overview Essential Question NGSS Materials Procedures Analysis Kit Overview Essential Question NGSS Materials Procedures Analysis Kit Overview This introductory activity encourages students to make connections between kinetic energy […]
Sea Floor Spreading-Divergent Plate Boundaries
A CAROLINA ESSENTIALS ACTIVITY How do surface features provide evidence of Earth’s internal processes? Total Time Prep: 15-20 mins Activity: 40-50 mins Earth Science Grade Level 9-12 High 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 […]
Plate Tectonics: Evidence of Plate Movement
A CAROLINA ESSENTIALS INVESTIGATION Total Time Prep: 15 mins Activity: 20-30 mins Earth and Space Science Grade Level 9-12 High School Quick Links Close Quick Links Open Quick Links Overview Essential Question NGSS Materials Procedures Analysis Kit Resources Overview Essential Question NGSS Materials Procedures Analysis Kit Resources Overview This activity is a quick, simple way […]
Advantages of Digital Communication Transmission
A CAROLINA ESSENTIALS INVESTIGATION Total Time Prep: 15 mins Activity: 30 mins Physical Science Grade Level 9-12 High School Quick Links Close Quick Links Open Quick Links Overview Essential Question NGSS Materials Procedures Analysis Kit Resources Overview Essential Question NGSS Materials Procedures Analysis Kit Resources Overview This introductory activity provides students with an organizational tool […]
Historical Sunspot Activity: Finding Patterns
A CAROLINA ESSENTIALS INVESTIGATION Total Time Prep: 15 mins Activity: 30-45 mins Earth and Space Science Grade Level 9-12 High School Quick Links Close Quick Links Open Quick Links Overview Essential Question NGSS Materials Procedures Analysis Kit Resources Overview Essential Question NGSS Materials Procedures Analysis Kit Resources Overview When studying the Sun, students are often […]
A Model of Interacting Fields
A CAROLINA ESSENTIALS INVESTIGATION Total Time Prep: 30 mins Activity: 30-45 mins Physical Science, Physics Grade Level 9-12 High School Quick Links Close Quick Links Open Quick Links Introduction Essential Question NGSS Materials Procedures Data Observations Analysis Resources Kit Introduction Essential Question NGSS Materials Procedures Data Observations Analysis Resources Kit Introduction This activity is a […]
Wetland Feedback Loops
A Carolina EssentialsTM Activity Total Time: 40-60 mins Prep: 30 mins | Activity: 45-60 mins Earth and Space Science 9-12 High School Total Time: 45-60 minutes [ Prep: 30 mins | Activity: 45-60 mins ] Subject: Earth and Space Science Grade: High School Overview Wetlands are diverse and critical habitats that range from coastal saltwater […]
Modeling River Delta Formation
A CAROLINA ESSENTIALS INVESTIGATION Total Time Prep: 20-30 mins Activity: 45-60 mins Earth and Space Science Grade Level 8-12 Middle/High School Quick Links Close Quick Links Open Quick Links Introduction Essential Question NGSS Materials Procedures Data & Observations Analysis Discussion Safety Requirements Helpful Links Kit Introduction Essential Question NGSS Materials Procedures Data & Observations Analysis […]