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1. Photosynthesis:
How Plants Feed Themselves
Jessica McKenzie
Grades 11/12
Honors/AP Biology

2. Technology Integration
• Rationale
– Plant survival depends on successful photosynthesis.
Since this process takes place on a molecular level,
technology is necessary to show students the process
via videos, models and tutorials. Through the use of
technology, students can discover images of plants
that use different photosynthetic pathways, piece
together the pathway on their own, research how the
steps of photosynthesis were discovered, and more!
– Additionally, since various students learn in different
ways, this presentation will aid students by presenting
the topic of photosynthesis with pictures, videos,
audio, and reading materials.

3. Website Reliability
• Sites were used only if they were from a
reputable source such as a university or
government site
• Sites were looked over to ensure the
information contained within was logical,
academic and up to date

4. Photosynthesis Blog
• http://plantsci.blogspot.com/
• Department of Plant Sciences at Cambridge
updates on current research, published papers
and major issues concerning plant life
• The information found in this site will help
students understand that new information is
still being discovered about how plants
function

5. Kahn Academy video
This video introduces
students to the chemical
processes of
photosynthesis with lots
of explanations and real
life connections. It is a
way to clearly transmit
information to the student
in both visually and
Photosynthesis Overview auditory manners.

6. You Tube Video
This video provides a
close up look at the
proteins and
complexes important
in the energy
transformation process
of photosynthesis. The
movie will help
students visualize the
microscopic reactions
that take place in this
Virtual Cell
process.

7. Photosynthesis Podcast
This podcast can be
used as a lesson in
class, as it covers the
importance of the
energy transfers
inherent in
photosynthesis. This
would be a great tool
for clarification and
Mr. Craig’s Biology Podcasts review of
photosynthesis.

8. Internet Resources
• http://bioenergy.asu.edu/photosyn/photoweb/
- Arizona State University is an institute of higher
learning. This resource provides a broad background
of photosynthesis along with links to very in depth
descriptions of the phenomenon. It allows students
to take a self-guided journey through photosynthesis.

9. Internet Resources
• http://www.bnl.gov/chemistry/A
P/
– This site follows the progress and
achievements of researchers
studying artificial photosynthesis.
Looking through this information will
help students make the connection
between what they are learning in
class with technology and real world
problems.

10. Internet Resources
• http://www.nobelprize.org/nobel_pri
zes/chemistry/laureates/1961/calvin-
lecture.html
– This site directs users to the speech
made by Melvin Calvin at the Nobel
Prize ceremony. Students will learn
about the Nobel Prizes in the
sciences, the steps scientists take to
learn more about the world, and in-
depth details of what happens to
carbon to form glucose in
photosynthesis.

11. Diagram/Graphic Organizer
Created using Inspiration.

12. Teaching Materials
Photosynthesis in Plants app ($2.99)
Click App picture to
redirect to
photosynthesis
app.

13. Teaching Materials
Photosynthesis Review
Across
1. stacks of thylakoids
3. cycle during the dark reactions
6. type of energy created
8. light-capturing units
9. a group of organisms in which photosynthesis takes place
10. byproduct released into the atmosphere
11. researchers are working on this type of photosynthesis
12. carbon dioxide undergoes this transformation
14. photosynthesis end product
15. place where photosynthesis takes place
16. small quantity of light
Down
2. the most abundant enzyme on earth
4. important energy storing molecule
5. energy source that drives photosynthesis
7. organisms that make their own food
8. where chloroplasts are embedded
13. pigment that absorbs light in plants
16. the reaction that occurs when carbon dioxide is not present
Created using
www.puzzlemaker.com

14. Teaching Materials
Worksheet found at https://sites.google.com/site/mrdevereauxsscienceclasses/home/ap-
biology/ap-photosynthesis/ap-photosynthesis-worksheets

15. Teaching Materials
The word equation for photosynthesis is
During photosynthesis glucose is
produced. How is this glucose
What factors limit the rate used by the plant?
of photosynthesis?
Photosynthesis,
Energy & Decay
What are the different ways that
energy can be wasted by
organisms, particularly mammals?
Plants require minerals for healthy growth which are Efficiency of food production can
absorbed from the soil they grow in. Describe why the be improved by?
following minerals are required. What is decay? What conditions are
required for the decaying process?
Nitrogen Magnesium
What would a plant What would a plant
deficient in Nitrogen deficient in Magnesium What is the function of What is the function of What do
look like? look like? decomposers? detritus feeders? pyramids of
biomass
show?
Mind map found at
http://www.sharemylesson.com/ResourceDetail.aspx?storyCode=6036138

16. Subject-Specific Website
http://www.sciencegems.com/
This site is a great resource. I can type in a topic and it will
direct me to other sites with lesson plans, lectures,
worksheets, experiments and more. It is easy to use and
helps me decide what sites can be trusted.

17. Supporting Websites
• http://digital.library.upenn.edu/books/
This is online library offering books, news
articles and more. This would be useful for in
depth research of my topic – many books were
available on plants and photosynthesis!
• http://encyclopedia.com/
This is an online reference material is good for
finding basics or additional information on any
topic.

18. Collaborative Applications
Edmodo is a site set up like
Facebook in which teachers
can create class groups and
contact students easily via
the internet, post
homework, and collect
assignments. Students can
collaborate over this site on
projects, as well.
Additionally, students can
reach out for help with
peers and help explain
photosynthesis to one
another at any time.