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Photosynthesis Steps and Pathways Instructional VideoPhotosynthesis Steps and Pathways Instructional Video
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Grade
6th - 12th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Instructional Videos
Media Length
3:20
Audiences
For Teacher Use
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Duration
10 mins
Instructional Strategies
Direct Instruction
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Internet Access
Year
2014
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Photosynthesis Steps and Pathways

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When studying photosynthesis, most pupils think of trees and flowers but forget about cacti. The video explains the process of photosynthesis both within a cell and the variations due to the type of plant and climate. It includes a short discussion of C4 and CAM pathways.

18 Views 26 Downloads
CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

photosynthesis, chloroplasts, light rays, the calvin cycle, stomata

Additional Tags

science

Instructional Ideas

  • Compare this explanation of photosynthesis with what is listed in text books

Classroom Considerations

  • Relies on prior knowledge of electron transfer and light energy
  • Video best fits when studying plants and autotropes
  • This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

  • Provides clear diagrams
  • Requires very little class time, so it makes a great supplement

Cons

  • None

Common Core

SL.6.2 SL.7.2 SL.8.2 SL.9-10.2 SL.11-12.2 RST.6-8.4 RST.9-10.4 RST.11-12.4

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