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Common Core RST.9-10.9 research
Germs & Infectious Disease Simulation | High School Disease Research Project
This simulation activity is designed for high school students (grades 9-12) and is a hands-on project-based learning experience. Students take on roles within a CDC outbreak control team, such as epidemiologist, communications officer, public health official, and data analyst. By working together, analyzing data, and developing strategies, students reinforce their learning about disease transmission, infection control, and the chain of infection.Benefits: Engaging simulation of real-world outbre
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9th - 12th
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HS-LS4-6
Blood Internet Scavenger Hunt | NO PREP
Need a day off from active teaching and looking for a student-led research activity? If you are in the Cardiovascular Unit with your anatomy or health students, this may be just the assignment you are looking for! This Internet Scavenger Hunt activity will give students the opportunity to use internet search engines to learn more about blood donations & donation types, blood composition, reinforce blood types, antigens and antibodies, centrifuging, introduce venipuncture and phlebotomy tubes
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: Cardiovascular System Activities Bundle
"Pick Your Poison" Toxicology Research Project (Forensic Science, Chemistry)
This is a great summative project for a toxicology unit in a forensic science course. My forensic science seniors love this project! This project allows students to focus on one element that is harmful to human health and research the history of how it has been used in society. This is an interdisciplinary project where students uncover their own learning and will show understanding in a presentation to their peers.I have also used this project in my chemistry courses, when I teach a toxicology
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9th - 12th
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HS-PS1-1
Forgotten Scientist Project: Researching Scientists from Underrepresented Groups
This multi-step, multi-day project begins with looking at stereotypical scientists. Then, students research scientists from underrepresented groups and create two artifacts to show their understanding of their research. As part of their research they will consider source validity. Finally, it ends with a discussion of what scientists really look like in comparison to stereotypes we see. Teacher Google Slideshow with student directions + rubrics included.
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7th - 12th
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Model Functional Regions of the Brain using Swim Caps- Common Core and NGSS
Brain caps are a favorite in my Honors Anatomy and Physiology course and a very cool, far less expensive, alternative to brain dissections. Students create a models of cortical structures and functional regions of the brain on one side of a swim cap, and a midsagittal view of deep structures and functional regions of the brain on the other. This project takes a little less than a week to complete, and is fast and easy to grade, plus students end up with the coolest swim cap ever! After caps are
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Honey Bee Insect Unit Study for Homeschool | Middle school and High School
Have you ever asked: Is honey bees vomit? How do we compare wasps vs honeybees? Do honeybees eat honey? How much honey do bees produce and why? If you want to start keeping bees, you might want to know: Is there a bee farm near me? How much do honeybees cost? Find answers to these questions and learn much more about honey bees through this research-based independent unit study on honey bees.For a detailed walkthrough of this Unit Study, click here.(This will take you to a YouTube video. So, plea
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7th - 10th
Claim Evidence and Reasoning (CER): Evidence of Climate Change
This claim evidence and reasoning (CER) activity focuses on evidence of climate change using NGSS practices. Students explore evidence of climate change such as tree rings and ice cores using a variety of resources including climate models. This CER resource guides students through the process of developing a claim, gathering credible evidence to support their claim, and persuasively justifying their claim. The CER framework helps students understand how we know the climate is changing by produc
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9th - 12th
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HS-ESS3-5
Conflicting Viewpoints Graphic Organizer
This organizer prompts students to compare information that answers a research question. This document prompts students to think about author purpose and credentials as well as included and omitted information from two different sources.
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7th - 12th
Basil Herbs Unit Study | Research-based Fun Worksheets and Engaging Activities
Learn all about Basil herb through this Basil Herb Unit Study Research Notebook. Study how basil grows, how to care for basil plants, and about its physical characteristics through engaging worksheets. Learn a few basil recipes (like basil pesto), basil uses, and the benefits of using cilantro leaves through fun hands-on activities.Hey Teachers and Homeschool Parents!Do your children love growing herbs? Help them learn richly and deeply about basil using this research unit.They will be learning
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7th - 12th
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Neurological Disease/ Disorder/ Injury Google Slides Project | NO PREP
Looking for a collaborative activity that the whole class can work on to research neurological diseases? This activity revamps the traditional poster project assignments by engaging students in a Google Slide that will be edited by all, and allows students to conduct their own independent research. Students will choose one Neurological Disease, Disorder, or Injury and research what it is, what causes it, how homeostasis is interrupted, how it can be treated, and what organizations or foundations
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9th - 12th
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Mosquitoes Unit Study for Middle and High School
Come summer and mosquitoes are up in arms against humankind- biting and causing diseases and transmitting some deadly viruses. But did you know that nature actually NEEDS mosquitoes? This research notebook will help you understand them better- beyond bites, diseases, lifecycle and more.What will you be researching on:Etymology and classificationBody systems and anatomy (body segments, limbs, wings, exoskeleton, and respiratory, digestive, circulatory, nervous and reproductive systems and sensory
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7th - 12th
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Mint Herb Unit Study for Homeschool Highschool Research Notebook UPDATED
Learn all about mint herb through this Mint Herb Unit Study Research Notebook. Study how mint grows, how to care for mint plants and about its physical characteristics. Learn a few mint recipes, how to use mint as a medicine and cosmetic, its essential oil and benefits of using mint leaves.You will be learning more about the following topics:Etymology and ClassificationPlant Anatomy – Leaves, Stem, Root, Flowers, Fruits, SeedsGrowing Mint– Climate, Soil Properties, Water Requirement, Nutrient Re
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7th - 12th
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Unit Study on Scorpions
Are scorpions insects? Are all scorpions venomous? Do all scorpions sting? What should you do if one stings you? What do scorpions eat? Why do they have such formidable pincers? Can they be kept as pets? If you'd like to learn all about scorpions, then this research unit is for you!!What will you be researching on:Etymology and classificationBody systems and anatomy (body segments, limbs, exoskeleton, and respiratory, digestive, circulatory, nervous and reproductive systems and sensory organs)Gl
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7th - 10th
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Cell Project- New and Improved! Alligned with NGSS and Common Core
This fun project takes about a week (4 days without, 6 days with physical models) and is totally student led (nearly all the work the teacher must do has been done for you in the following documents!).
In this project one giant class cell is made that can be attached to a wall, with organelles that can be removed via velcro. This makes it really convenient when certain organelles are to be discussed independently, you can simply remove the model of the specific organelle off the wall for studen
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7th - 11th
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All About Butterflies- Insect Unit Study for Homeschool- UPDATED!!
Learn all about butterflies through this research-based unit study Butterfly Insect Research Notebook (Check out the video preview to see all 215 pages). It has 400+ research questions, 5 hands-on experiments and art activities and 8 writing activities for recording. Engage in independent, interdisciplinary internet-based research to find out about their families, life cycle, camouflage, nutritional requirement, how they help in pollination and so much more!!What will you be researching on in t
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7th - 12th
Project Astronomy "Stars" ABC Book
Student computer lab project review. Students can create an electronic class presentation on the subject of stars (and galaxies) using a letter of the alphabet beginning with “A” and ending with “Z.” A student example of an "ABC Star Book" in PowerPoint can be found by going to http://www.astronomydad.com/student-projects.html
Terms covered in this unit include:
parallax, stellar parallax, light year , parsec, proper motion, radial motion, transverse velocity, Mira, Hipparchus, apparent mag
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8th - 12th
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HAIRY SCARY - A DESIGN BRIEF
This challenge was crafted as an application activity for a unit on microscope study or as a research/problem-solving quest with a forensic twist focusing on the structure of different kinds of hair. It should be noted that students may not find irrefutable evidence in this forensic investigation. It is for this reason that a variety of interpretations may be valid and should be accepted so long as these contentions are supported by data.
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5th - 10th
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MS-ETS1-4
Also included in: Forensic Science Design Briefs
Science Fiction Project: A Literary Analysis for Science Class
GREAT FOR DISTANCE LEARNING!Incorporate science fiction and writing into your classroom with this fully editable, step-by-step science fiction analysis project. Students will select and analyze a short story, book, film, tv show, etc for scientific validity. Their final product is an essay along with a formal or informal presentation. This project is broken down into several parts to help students work through the process. My goal with this project is to help our students learn that science f
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8th - 12th
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Also included in: The Chemistry Particle's Chemistry Resource Bundle
Element Speed Dating
Students are tasked with creating a research project to create a character from an element of their choice. Their task is described below:1. Create an element’s profile picture and create a personality profile attached. This will be attached to the back of the profile picture. 2. They must include each of the requirements described below.Make sure your profile picture is colorful and legible (text is neat AND large enough to read!)This project was used in order to build a periodic table in the c
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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HS-PS1-8
, HS-PS1-1
, HS-PS1-4
, HS-PS1-2
Pumpkin Research Project | Unit Study
The Pumpkin Research Project would be an amazing addition to your homeschool or classroom this autumn season as a fun but informative fall-themed or Halloween Unit Study. Going beyond the pumpkin life cycle and pumpkin craft, through this pumpkin research project, your child/student can learn about how pumpkins grow, more about the pumpkin plant, its edible parts, pumpkin health benefits and so much more while conducting interdisciplinary independent internet-based research (Basically, they'll b
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7th - 10th
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Stories from the STARS! Astrology Introduction to Greek Myth/Odyssey Unit
The perfect introduction to a literature unit on Greek Mythology, the Odyssey, the Iliad, or any story from the Ancient Greek world. Alternatively, a fun break from a unit on Astronomy or Oedipus Rex!In this lesson, students will use the (free) Night Sky app on iPads to find constellations in the sky (can be done in the classroom, during the day). They will learn the myths behind easy-to-find constellations like the Big Dipper and Orion. They will learn their own astrological sign, and the myth
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Not Grade Specific
Animal Kingdom Research Project
This is a great way to explore the classes of the Animal Kingdom with your students. They will research a class of Chordates and find specific information. Once they have researche, students will create a PowerPoint presentation that they willl share with their peers. This project includes a grading rubric. I like to use this at the end of the year because it gets students engaged and allows them to become the facilitators of their own learning.All rights are reserved by the author. This product
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6th - 12th
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HS-LS1-2
Also included in: Biology Projects Big Bundle- digital and editable for distance learning
Bioethics Debate Topics and scoring rubric
This is a fun activity that really engages students and challenges them to think critically, globally strategically. There are 5 different bioethics topics which is enough for 10 teams and 5 spirited debates. A scoring rubric is also provided.
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5th - 10th
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History of Research Ethics Google Slideshow
Google Slideshow (20 slides) detailing:1) Why Do We Need to Understand the History of Research Ethics?2) Institutional Review Board (IRB)3) Ethics4) Why Do We Have to Be So Worried About Ethics in Our Research?5) Past Human Experimentation (Dr. Chester Southam, Milgram Experiment, Stanford Prison Experiment, and Tuskegee ExperimentContains 3 embedded YouTube videos.
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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