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"How Much is too Much" Teaching Measurement and Solution Concentration through Bioaccumulation and Levels of Toxicity
byMyrna M. AlvarezMy curriculum unit focuses on the harmful and bioaccumulative effects of heavy metals in pesticides. I developed lessons and hands-on activities that built a strong link between photosynthesis and bioaccumulation. The culminating project is a power point presentation that will be evaluated based on how well my students have studied and analyzed EPA-released cases of bioaccumulation from Chicago and some parts of the Midwest. I believe, using these teaching tools of social significance, I can ease the teaching of measurement, and going further, the concept of solution concentration.
The lab activities and lessons address the goals of the Illinois State Standards. They are designed to develop scientific inquiry, and enrich their knowledge and skills on life, physical, and technological aspects of science as a core high school course.
My curriculum unit is intended for honors level biology and chemistry classes.
(Developed for Honors Biology, grade 9, and Honors Chemistry, grade 10; recommended for Honors Biology, grade 9, and Honors Chemistry, grade 10)
