Biology

What

Biology

When

8/21/2023

Biology evolution Lesson Plans
Teacher : Johnston,Hardman,Lipthratt, Hamilton
Course/ Subject: Biology
Date of Instruction: 8/21/23
Opening (I Do)
An engaging process for lesson introduction that is specifically planned to encourage equitable and purposeful student participation. Describe the instructional process that will be used to introduce the lesson.
TKES 1, 2, 3,4,5, 8,10


SB6. Obtain, evaluate, and communicate information to assess the theory of evolution.
a. Construct an explanation of how new understandings of Earth’s history, the emergence of new species from pre-existing species, and our understanding of genetics have influenced our understanding of biology..
Learning Target:
We are learning about scientific evidence for evolution.
Success Criteria: I know I’ll have it when I can:
Explain how fossils show that life on Earth has changed over time
Create a model to differentiate between radioactive and relative dating
Explain the Law of Superposition
Compare Darwin’s and Lamark’s theories of how evolution occurs.
Introduction/Connection:

Discuss: ‘superposition’ in a diagram of fossils
DIRECT INSTRUCTION:

Mini lesson: notes brochure (fossil side only)
reading/video/1/2 sheet of Darwin vs Lamark



Work Period (We Do, You Do)
Students learning by doing/demonstrating learning expectations. Describe the instructional process that will be used to engage the students in the work period.
TKES 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7. 8,10


GUIDED PRACTICE:

Fill in notes on brochure
Fill in Darwin/Lamarck ½ sheet
Glue all in NB



INDEPENDENT/COLLABORATIVE PRACTICE/DIFFERENTIATION:


Answering MC questions on board re: Darwin/Lamarck


Closing (We Check)
Describe the instructional process that will be used to close the lesson and check for student understanding .
TKES : 1,2,3, 4,5,6,7,8


SUMMARIZE/CHECK FOR UNDERSTANDING:


Study card