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Copy of Starting Planning - Contextual Strands (4)

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Skill: Critical thinking & observation based on the implementation of inquiry based questions

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Skill: Debate/argumentative skills used to justify their reasoning for why a certain organelle is the most important in the Cell

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Link to resources: video on how to correctly use a microscople

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Link to resources: video on how to correctly use a microscople

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How to use a Microscope | Cells | Biology | FuseSchool

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Link to resource: video about cell organisation

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Link to resource: video about cell organisation

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an aid to help students understand the levels of cell organisation

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GCSE Biology - Levels of Organisation  - Cells, Tissues, Organs and Organ Systems (2026/27 exams)

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Link to resources: detailed diagram of Animal Cell

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Link to resources: detailed diagram of Animal Cell

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BW6: investigate the structures of animal and plant cells and relate them to their functions

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Nature of science: Nos10, Nos9, Nos7, Nos5

Biological world: BW4, BW6, BW7

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Link to resources: slide preparation video

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Link to resources: slide preparation video

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Correctly preparing a slide for viewing is a vital skill for use in cell related investigations

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How to prepare a cheek cell microscope slide

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Poster used as an aid to the improve students critical thinking skills.

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Link to resources: differentiating an Animal & Plant cell

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Link to resources: differentiating an Animal & Plant cell

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Plant Cell vs Animal Cell | 3 Key Differences

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Link to resources: interactive games on plant v animal cell components

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Link to resources: interactive games on plant v animal cell components

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interactive games aid in learning for students to visually link the components of both animal & plant cells to their location within the cell. Helps students differentiate between animal and plant cells

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In this series of games, your students will learn the differences between plant and animal cells. The Parts of the Cell - Plants vs. Animals learning objective - based on NGSS and state standards - delivers improved student engagement and academic performance in your classroom, as demonstrated by research.

Scroll down for a preview of this learning objective's games and the concepts they drive home.

Concepts Covered

Plants and animals are both made up of eukaryotic cells, which contain nuclei and other distinct organelles. However, there are some important differences between plant and animal cells.

Both types of cells have a storage center, called the vacuole. In plant cells, the vacuole is important for maintaining the structure of the plant, and is therefore larger than the vacuoles found in animal cells. When a plant doesn't get enough water, it droops because its vacuoles shrink.

Chloroplasts exist in plant cells and some protists, but not in animals. They contain chlorophyll, driving the process of photosynthesis, which allows plants to create glucose, the plants' "food".

Finally, plant cells have cell walls, while animal cells do not. Cell walls are rigid, providing structure for the plant so it can stand up.

A preview of each game in the learning objective is found below.

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Parts of the Cell - Plants vs. Animals Science Games | Legends of Learning

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In this series of standards-aligned games, your students will learn the differing organelles of plants vs. animals cells.

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Debating within the classroom is a hands-on learning activity within the class to increase student motivation and engagement. it is an effective method to enhance students skillset in preparation of CBA2. The studies within this paper indicate that debating enhances peer-interactions to promote active learning

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plant cell viewed under a microscope

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Animal cell viewed under a microscope. important for students to differentiate between an animal & plant cell when viewing magnified samples

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Powerpoint Presentation of Cell content, Microscope, how to examine cell and general living things

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Link to Resources: detail diagram of Plant Cell

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Link to Resources: detail diagram of Plant Cell

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Scientific inquiry is a primary element of the new Junior Cycle specification. the integration of scientific inquiry within the classroom revolutionises the learning of experience. it places emphasis on students critical thinking & problem solving skills. it is an active learning process aimed to spark curiosity for the world of science for students. Evident in lesson plan 1: posing questions to students to stimulate critical thinking & improve observation skills.

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Searching for a common ground   A literature review of empirical research on scientific inquiry activities

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Gives a good insight to students on how to improve their debating skills.