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Cell Project Biology Trusso

This project has two parts – Each part is Due Oct. 31st -2007. You will present your project to the entire class on the 31st (Nov 1st 5th period).




PART I - Cell. Brochure

You will choose a cell ( *please see below) and provide a minimum 10 page brochure that should be organized in the following way, with the following five chapters.

Table Of Contents
1) History
Type and History of the cell of your choice. Include, information about its discovery (who, what , where, when , why, how).

2) Function
Explain the function of your cell and WHY it is important - answer the question “Why Should I Care?”

3) Organelles
The cellular organelles this cell uses. Include at least 10 – please define and state why they are necessary to the survival of your cell.

4) Poem
My cell is like: - Create a Poem about your cell. Poem must be at least 10 lines. Remember, the more similes the more thoughtful the poem will appear! Ex, My cell is like a hot air balloon…….

5) Bibliography
Provide a list of sources that you used to make your brochure. The bibliography needs to be written in APA format. (see me for more details). Use at least two sources.

This brochure should be bound and printed on colorful paper. It can be hand written or typed and it must be at LEAST 4x6 inches.

*Cell Type - You can choose a straight forward animal or plant cell or more challenging cell such as a neuron, white blood cell, or liver cell. This is YOUR choice.

PART II - 3 Dimensional Model of your Cell.

You are responsible for making a 3D model of your cell that is big enough so that I can hold it in my hands and clearly see at least 10 cellular organelles.

This model should accurately reflect your cell shape and type. It can be made out of many materials - be creative and have fun. In the past students have made cells out of -
Foam, Plaster, Paper Mache, Paper, Scuply Clay, Plaster, Buttons, strings, shoe boxes……..

Edible Cell models are also acceptable however they need to be approved by Ms. Trusso One Week before due date.

How will your project be assessed?

The book will be assessed in the following way and Part I is worth 20 points and Part 2 is worth 20 points.

The Brochure will be evaluated by the following:





CATEGORY 4 3 2 1
Writing - Grammar
4 There are no grammatical mistakes in the book. There are no grammatical mistakes in the book after feedback from an adult.
3 There are 1-2 grammatical mistakes in the book even after feedback from an adult.
2 There are several grammatical mistakes in the book even after feedback from an adult.
Content - Accuracy
4 All facts in the book are accurate.
3 99-90% of the facts in the book are accurate.
2 89-80% of the facts in the book are accurate.
1 Fewer than 80% of the facts in the book are accurate.
Attractiveness & Organization
4 The brochure has exceptionally attractive formatting and well-organized information.
3 The brochure has attractive formatting and well-organized information.
2 The brochure has well-organized information.
1 The brochure's formatting and organization of material are confusing to the reader.
Sources
4 Careful and accurate records are kept to document the source of 95-100% of the facts and graphics in the brochure.
3 Careful and accurate records are kept to document the source of 94-85% of the facts and graphics in the brochure.
2 Careful and accurate records are kept to document the source of 84-75% of the facts and graphics in the brochure.
1 Sources are not documented accurately or are not kept on many facts and graphics.


Presentation to the class will also count for 4 points a total of 20 points.




3D Modeling


CATEGORY 8 6 4 2
Scientific Knowledge
8 Explanations by all group members indicate a clear and accurate understanding of scientific principles underlying the construction and modifications.
6 Explanations by all group members indicate a relatively accurate understanding of scientific principles underlying the construction and modifications.
4 Explanations by most group members indicate relatively accurate understanding of scientific principles underlying the construction and modifications.
2 Explanations by several members of the group do not illustrate much understanding of scientific principles underlying the construction and modifications.
Design
8 Design represents the cell accurately. Is colorful and interesting.
6 Design is similar to the cell. The design is interesting.
4 Design is somewhat like the cell and the object could be more attractive.
2 Looks nothing like the cell and could be more creative in design

Presentation to the class will count for 4 points for a total of 20 points.

Part I and Part II = 40 points

Things to note:

You may work with a partner. Groups of more than two are not allowed.

You may work with people in your class only.

This project involves preparation outside of class. If you choose to work with a partner
make sure you live close to each other to work at each others houses, exchange phone numbers email information.
o make sure that you can work with this person, you won’t get into a big fight
o YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL WORK DUE ON OCT 31ST, EVEN IF YOUR PARTNER DOESN’T SHOW UP TO SCHOOL.

See me with all questions as soon as they arise!!!!!