by STAO ADMIN | Dec 12, 2019
The main focus of this Classroom Catalyst is to teach the SBI3U Evolution through the process of student based Knowledge Building.
by STAO ADMIN | Dec 12, 2019
I taught the evolution unit in SBI 3U through a series of simulations and paper labs where students examined evidence for evolution. The labs were: 1. Feeding Frenzy (self-generated) 2. Comparing Human and Chimp DNA (NSTA lab) 3. Antibiotic Resistance Simulation (NOVA...
by STAO ADMIN | Dec 12, 2019
This lesson harnesses an untapped resource, student curiosity and the questions that they develop about the scientific world they live in. To foster curiosity and question asking, I have created an implementation method surrounding a curriculum unit that brings small...
by STAO ADMIN | Dec 12, 2019
There are now many ways to create blogs for students. Some schools are using EDSBY where groups can be made and internally a blog can be formed within the school. Public and free programs such as wordpress can be used, or if you or your board can put some money into...
by STAO ADMIN | Dec 12, 2019
Tracking conversations and observations during your class can be a lot of work, but it doesn’t have to be. Your students can do labs, activities, and group work in class, and you can provide feedback on their conversations and your observations. DocAppender is an easy...
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