I & I: Molecules

Conceptual Learning

Guiding Questions

In what ways does metabolism support the fundamental characteristics of life?

How do enzymes enable metabolism?

How do cells capture, store, and utilize energy?

Long Term Goals

Explain the role of enzymes as biological catalysts in metabolic reactions.

Explain process of cellular respiration and photosynthesis on the micro and macro scale.

Analyze the flow and transformation of energy through biological systems.

Evaluate the impact of disruptions to metabolic pathways on organism health and survival.

Content

C1.1 Enzymes and Metabolism

C1.2 Cell Respiration

C1.3 Photosynthesis

Skills

Research Design

Data Analysis

Modeling

Evaluation

Read and interpret scientific articles and research papers on metabolic topics.

Assess the validity and reliability of scientific information.

Identify potential sources of bias in scientific studies.

Use knowledge of metabolic pathways to explain the impact of disruptions on organism health and survival.

Predict the effects of environmental changes on metabolic processes.

Concepts

NOS

Context

Approaches to Learning

ATLs

Language and Learning

TOK Connections

CAS Connections

Biofuel Production from Food Waste