Cells
Introduction to Cells
Purpose:
This webQuest will help you understand the functions of the various organelles in a cell, also the difference between a prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell.
Created by: Mr. C. Onyia
Lynwood U.S.D.
Your Task:
Visit the Cellsalive Website ,view the size of a cell ; view plant,animal and bacteria cell models and note the difference between a plant and animal cell ; identify and understand the function of the various organelles in the plant and animal cells.
The Virtual Cell
Plant and Animal Cells
Virtual Cell Site 2
Go ahead and take the interactive quiz below.
Congratulations!
Now you are ready for
Check out the slide show below!
View a short slide show about cells - Click on the Cell City picture and follow the signs forward.
A Few Internet Resources:
Sheppard's Science Resources
Sheppard's Useful Links
Email: chidionyia@aol.com
Created August 22, 2003
Last Revised August 22, 2003
Teacher Notes
Suggested Grade Level: 9-12
California Content Standards: -
Grade 9-12: Investigation and Experimentation (1a, b, c,d, e, g, h)
Search the standards:
S.C.O.R.E. Lessons Standards Search by Grade and Subject
S.C.O.R.E. Standards and Framework
California Content Standards Grades K-12
California Content Standards Grades K-12 - Science - PDF Format
Background:
Students needs a basic background on the fact that their are different types of cell( animal and plant), each cell performs different functions.
Skills:
(Examples)
Computer literacy.
Interpreting data, making inferences, forming hypotheses, making predictions.
Effective use of Internet resources including searching and being able to recognize credible websites for sources of information.
Assessment:
(Examples)
Presentations - worksheet, peer evaluation, rubric, interactive quizzes and Internet activities.
Enrichment:
(Examples)
web based activites.
For example, Cell city