7th Grade Biology Assessment

High Interest Activity to Demonstrate Knowledge:

Students are fully engaged in displaying what they have learned about symbiotic relationships. Students will research two organisms which will be chosen at random or assigned by the teacher. Students will present what they have learned about the relationships by creating a poster and giving an oral presentation. Students will learn about benefits and consequences about relationships between organisms. This activity allows for creativity and this creativity increases engagement.

This activity could be assigned and completed digitally via Google Slides.

What's included:

• Editable direction sheet for students. Google slide which can be presented digitally or printed and distributed to students.
• Google slide example project.
• Symbiotic pairs for random distribution.
• Editable Google Doc grading rubric.

How is this product useful?

• Assesses student knowledge of symbiosis.
• Practice research skills.
• Allows for creativity.
• Practice of public speaking/presentations.
• Integrates science and art.
• Students LOVE this project, there are some disgusting relationships.

This package can be used in conjunction with the free iCell app (by Hudson Alpha), which is available for iPad and Android, as well as mobile devices. Note: the iPhone app is not as advanced as the iPad app as it only gives basic definitions of cell organelles. The app is a 3D interactive way for students to learn about plant and animal cells. You can move the cell around to see where the different cell organelles are located and click on the organelles to read basic, intermediate, or advanced, descriptions. I wish there were interactive programs like this when I had to learn about cells! This unit aligns with the Ontario Grade 8 Science curriculum. One way to use this package is have students use the app to explore the parts of an animal and a plant cell. After searching online for basic cell diagrams, I did not find any that looked similar to the app so I decided to draw a plant and animal cell in 3D to match the iCell app. The drawings match up to the cells used in the app. Students can look at the basic, intermediate, or advanced descriptions from the app and colour the cell using specific colours as identified in the handout. An additional set of questions is included to ensure students explore through each of the descriptions of the plant and animal cell. What is included in this package: -Animal Cell Worksheet – provides the cell organelles and a section to write out the descriptions from the iCell app -Animal Cell Organelle Identification and Colouring Activity -Animal Cell Organelle Identification Activity -Plant Cell Worksheet – provides the cell organelles and a section to write out the descriptions from the iCell app -Plant Cell Organelle Identification and Colouring Activity -Plant Cell Organelle Identification Activity -Additional Questions on Cells -Answer key for Animal Cell Worksheet, Plant Cell Worksheet, and Additional Questions -Plant and Animal Cell Quiz – label cell organelles, compare and contrast differences between plant and animal cells and organelle descriptions where the students have to name the organelle -Answer key to quiz also included I used this with my own grade 8 class and it takes a few days to complete all of the activities. They were very engaged using the iCell app and exploring the different descriptions of the cells. This is a great way to introduce plant and animal cells and to quiz the students on the organelles in these cells. TIPS: 1. Be sure to leave feedback to earn your TeachShare credits! 2. If you like what you see - follow me for new products and updates (click the star by my store name MsNerdWood).

Are you searching for a fun and engaging way to teach your students about cell division, mitosis & meiosis? Look no further than this unique, cell biology related one-pager project! This product includes everything you need, including sample student exemplars, one pager templates and a simple rubric.

ENGAGE your kids with this print and go project based learning activity. This one pager project is designed to help students understand the key concepts of cell division in a visually appealing and interactive way. By creating a one-pager poster, students will be able to demonstrate their knowledge of the biology of cell division, specifically mitosis and meiosis.

What's Included in this Mitosis and Meiosis One Pager Project?

★ Clear and easy to follow editable student directions- digital and printable.

★ Editable project specifics and expectations.

★ Exemplar student projects.

★ 18 Pre-made One Pager Templates.

★ Quick Prep Info and Instructor Directions.

How To Use This Resource?

★ This creativity activity can be used with multiple age groups and requires 2-4 class periods to complete.

★ Use this activity as a review of unit topics or as a creative summative assessment.

What Topics and Covered with this Project?

★ Cells

★ Cell Division

★ Mitosis and Meiosis

Nitty Gritty:

Aligned with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), MYP and other International Science standards this project is a valuable resource for science teachers looking to engage their students and reinforce key concepts. It's perfect for use as part of a unit on cell biology, or as a standalone project to test student understanding.

The one-pager poster project includes a comprehensive worksheet that guides students through the process of creating their poster. With prompts and questions to help students brainstorm ideas, gather information, and organize their thoughts, this project is designed to be flexible and adaptable to different grade levels and learning styles.

By completing this project, students will be able to:

• Understand cell biology
• Identify the steps of cell division
• Describe the 2 different kinds of cell division

This product also makes an EZ Sub Plan.

This Cell Division- Mitosis and Meiosis One Pager Project is an excellent way to teach your students about this important topic in biology. With its comprehensive worksheet and NGSS alignment, this project is sure to engage and challenge your students. Thank you for considering this product for your classroom!

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Engage your students with this set of five informative reading passages about animal adaptations! Each passage is accompanied by comprehension questions designed to test understanding and encourage critical thinking. Perfect for upper elementary or middle school students, this resource aligns with reading and science standards.

What’s Included:

• 5 Informative Passages about various animal adaptations, including:

  • Camouflage in Chameleons
  • The Migration of Monarch Butterflies
  • The Adaptations of Arctic Foxes
  • The Unique Feet of Tree Frogs
  • The Hunting Strategy of Cheetahs

• 5 Comprehension Questions for each passage to assess understanding and promote discussion.

• Answer Key for all questions, making it easy to facilitate assessments.