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Photosynthesis STEM Case

As a marine biologist students learn about photosynthesis to help scientists in Australia determine why the coral in the Great Barrier Reef is bleaching.

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LevelDescriptionEstimated Time
High School  This version is for general biology classes 40-50 min
AP  This version is for AP level classes 60-80 min

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LevelDescriptionEstimated Time
High School  The Expanded Handbook covers balancing the equation for inputs and outputs of photosynthesis in addition to the concepts covered in the handbook section of the High School Case 20-30 min
AP  This Handbook is identical to the handbook section in the AP Case 20-30 min

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Supplemental Notes to slow students down a bit in their reading

Supplemental Notes to slow students down a bit in their reading

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User Recommendations (5):

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AP students engaged and motivated!
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Gizmo User from Delaware
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This was an exciting way to involve students in engaging learning of photosynthesis and respiration of organisms. It was great!
Recommended: STEM Case, High School Level
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Great Activity!
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Gizmo User from Ontario
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This would be great for on level EnSci students in the 50 minute format.
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Kids are really held accountable for their work on these. I recommend letting them see their grade and having more than one attempt.
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