Overview

In this lesson, I will learn about the cell cycle, the different activities and processes that occur in the life of a cell, the four phases of mitosis, and a human disease caused by uncontrollable cell growth. I will also learn about some of the different types of cells that make up the complex human body.

Lesson 4 Learning Goals

This is what you are going to learn about. At the end of this lesson you will:

Understand and use scientific theory and procedure;
Explain the links between specialized cells, tissues, and organs in plants and animal cells;
Explain the interaction of different systems within an organism and why such interactions are necessary for the organism’s survival.

Essential Success Criteria

This is how you are going to show me what you have learned: You will be able to:

1. Demonstrate scientific investigation skills (related to both inquiry and research) in the four areas of skills (initiating and planning, performing and recording, analyzing and interpreting, and communicating);
2. Investigate cell division, cell specialization, organs, and systems in animals and plants, using research and inquiry skills;
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the hierarchical organization of cells, from tissues to organs, to systems in animals and plants.