Photosynthesis (ASSIGNMENT)
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This document outlines an assignment on photosynthesis given by Prof. Ntsibande. The assignment has multiple learning outcomes, including understanding photosynthesis, its importance, and developing research, presentation, and collaboration skills. Students will research how the environment impacts photosynthesis and human activity impacts the environment. They will create a photo collage and poster presenting their findings and reflect on their work. Their presentation will count for 40% of their term grade and will be assessed based on a provided rubric focusing on participation, creativity, and lesson proficiency.
Photosynthesis (ASSIGNMENT)
- 3. Assignment Learning Outcomes To understand the meaning of Photosynthesis To understand the importance of this process To develop research, synthesis and evaluation skills To develop presentation skills To develop collaborative skills To understand interdisciplinary themes through the use of technology in the classroom
- 4. Summative project instructions Create a Photo Story or video summarizing research findings Upload your video to an online space for feedback Group presentation and feedback Self-reflection
- 5. Full Instructions Section A: What is Photosynthesis Is the environment significant to photosynthesis? Time:2 weeks Technical Requirements Microsoft AutoCollage (download a free trial version at Microsoft.com/AutoCollage, or join PartnersinLearningNetwork.com to download the free full version (details in the Additional Resources section) Microsoft Publisher, Word, PowerPoint, or Paint (to create a quick poster) Internet access
- 6. Full Instructions continues.. 1. Think about human impact on the environment. 2. Is it safe to the environment? 3. Research in your choice but present your findings in a technological. 4. Create a collage using the 10 images with Microsoft AutoCollage. See this example. 5. Express yourself by creating a poster of what you think. Import your collage into Microsoft Publisher, Word, PowerPoint, or Paint, and add your own words. 6. Present your poster to the class. 7. Complete a reflection sheet. Extension Activity: Search for other relevant images using Bing.com/images. Create a new collage and/or poster with the new search images.
- 7. Section B Upload the presentation of your research to the attachments of submission page (remember that this counts 40% of your term mark!)
- 8. Rubric Assessment Opportunities Each of these lessons provides opportunities for assessment. Rubrics provide students with a better understanding of what is being assessed, and how to improve through the help of ongoing monitoring and assessment for learningrather than an end-of-project summative assessment. Use your school or regions standard assessment scheme, or assign a scale and use visual approaches to feedback on progress. Rubric Excellent (3 points) Satisfactory (2 points) Needs Improvement (1 point) Participation Student displays enthusiasm in listening to others and provides constructive feedback Student displays confidence in leading work Student is able to turn ideas into actions Student contributes to class discussions or group work Student listens to other students and provides his or her own input Student does not listen to the input of others Student does not contribute to discussion or activities Student displays hostility towards others with different ideas Creativity/ Critical Thinking & Problem- Solving Skills Student is especially adept at using IT skills to create original and compelling work Student is able to solve problems using critical thinking skills Student approaches challenges with original and creative thought Student encourages others to be creative Student displays eagerness to use IT skills, imagination, or critical problem- solving skills throughout lesson and in discussions Student assists others in pursuing their critical or creative goals Student does not contribute creative input Student gives up on challenges and problems Student uses other peoples work or ideas as their own Lesson Proficiency Student displays greatly increased understanding of subject matter or IT skills Student shares previous understanding to enhance the lesson for others Student engages in all aspect of the lesson and looks for ways to take activities further Student completes activities Student displays increased understanding of subject matter and/or IT skills Student displays pride in their work and understanding Student does not complete work or completes it after the deadline Student does not display increased understanding of subject matter or IT skills Student is disruptive to activities (i.e. aims to prevent other students from learning) Our Environment Classroom Projects