Cell City: Discovering the Building Blocks of Life
This course provides a unique and immersive way to learn about the microscopic structures that make life possible. Through engaging pre-recorded videos and hands-on activities, learners will delve into the various organelles within a cell.
Thrive Virtual Academy by Patch Kulp
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What's included
10 pre-recorded lessons
10 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
1 hour per week. Activities will help student apply the material from the video.Certificate of Completion
includedClass Experience
US Grade 6 - 9
"Cell City" is designed as a series of interactive and narrative-driven video lessons that make learning about cell biology both fun and engaging. The course structure allows students to: Understand the vital roles of each organelle within the cellular 'city.' Participate in interactive quizzes and activities embedded within each video to reinforce learning. Apply knowledge through virtual labs and model-building activities that simulate real-life biological processes. The teaching style is informal and conversational, with plenty of visual aids like diagrams and animations to help students visualize and understand complex concepts.
Learning Goals
Students will be able to identify and describe the function of each major organelle in a cell.Students will understand how organelles interact to maintain cell health and support life.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created CurriculumStandards
Aligned with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)10 Lessons
over 10 WeeksLesson 1:
Nucleus: The Control Center
Learn how the nucleus directs cell activities and stores DNA. 1 assignment
5 mins of video lessons
Lesson 2:
Mitochondria: The Powerhouses
Explore how mitochondria produce energy for the cell through respiration. 1 assignment
5 mins of video lessons
Lesson 3:
Ribosomes: Protein Factories
Discover how ribosomes make proteins and why they are crucial for growth and repair. 1 assignment
5 mins of video lessons
Lesson 4:
Vacuole: The Storage Center
See how the vacuole provides storage of various materials. 1 assignment
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined March, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
2 teachers have teaching certificates
Utah Teaching Certificate in Science
Washington Teaching Certificate in Science
2 teachers have a Graduate degree
Master's Degree in Science from University of Utah
Master's Degree in Education from Grand Canyon University
1 teacher has a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from Brigham Young University
Hi learners and parents!
I currently am a credentialed teacher in Washington State and hold my endorsements in biology (5-12), health (K-12) and fitness (K-12).
I currently teach AP Biology, honors biology, anatomy and physiology and health science.
Last year, I taught biology, environmental science, health, physics and P.E. to middle and high school students.
I hold my Masters Degree in Secondary Education with an emphasis in life sciences and health.
I received my Bachelors Degree in Athletic Training from Whitworth University. I completed 1,250 clinical hours working with medical doctors, physicians assistants and physical therapists in physical therapy clinics, collegiate, semi-professional and high school athletic training rooms, emergency rooms and urgent cares.Reviews
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10 weeks of teacher support
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Ages: 11-14
