8th Grade Science Guide

8.3: Ecology 3 Dimensions & Progressions

Unit 3

photosynthesis and cellular respiration related? What keeps

atmospheric oxygen and carbon dioxide at stable levels?

Activity: CO2 Alterations in an Ecosystem

● I can relate

● Photosynthesis and

● Lesson plan - Learning Experience #9 ● Ways we can alter CO 2 ● Global Analysis of Co2 emissions ● CO2 and Climate change data ● NASA Climate Change Resources ● Interactive temperature slide relative to averages between 1951-1980 ● Deforestation Research Site ● Deforestation Research Site2 ● Deforestation Research Site3 ● Ocean Carbon Storage Research Site ● Ocean Acidifcation Documentary ● Ocean Acidity Article ● Assessment: Students will

photosynthesis and respiration to trace the fow of matter and energy through organisms.

cellular respiration are both chemical processes that support life through the transformation of light energy into a form of energy that is usable by organisms.

create a persuasive product (e.g., poster, fyer) of a chosen real-world example that represents the relationship between photosynthesis and cellular respiration.

Formative Assessment: SEEd 8.3.2 Formative Assessment