Monday, March 7, 2016
4:30 - 5:30; 60 min.
Science:
RNA polymerase -
Jack and I examined chapter 13.3 in his biology book. We discussed the vocabulary: operon, promoters, transcription, cell differentiation, and differences in RNA sequencing in eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells.
Monday, February 1, 2016
3:45-4:45; 60 min
Science:
Meiosis -
Jack and I discussed the stages of Meiosis one and two. This process takes a diploid cell and creates first two diploid daughter cells that continue through Meiosis two to form four haploid gametes. These haploid cells are ready to receive genetic material from another source to form zygotes.
Thursday, January 14, 2016
4:00 - 5:30; 60 min.
Biology:
The effect of light in photosynthesis -
Jack brought the data from his experiment, and we reviewed his experimental design. He needed to present his data in a specific form, that we examined on-line. I showed him how he should put his numbers in tables, one for each trial. We then created (by hand) graphs of each of his test trials. Jack drew out and labeled each graph, and we discussed the other statistical tests that scientists would run to test his data for significance. After the graphs were complete, we examined his data and he determined his conclusions. I helped him formulate his thoughts into a formal conclusion for his report. We also discussed what he would suggest for future research on this subject, and we added them to the report. I emailed his work to his home, before we ended the session.
Thursday, January 7, 2016
4:00 - 5:30; 90 min.
Biology:
The effect of light in photosynthesis -
Jack presented the science project he has been tasked with conducting, with usable data by Monday. I helped him set up his report, as we wrote his Title, introduction, background, hypothesis, and variables. We then discussed the methods he should use to measure the effects of light intensity on photosynthesis. I printed out an example experiment he can use as a guide, and we wrote a list of all the materials he would need. As we identified each material, we discussed how and why it would be used. For example, we investigated and determined that Elodea, a pond weed, would be the best plant to use in this investigation. We packaged up some beakers for Jack to use, and I reminded him to keep measuring the distance of the light from the plant and the temperature of the water. His method is to count bubbles created during each test, and I suggested he run each test at least three times for five minutes. Jack will have to make sure his material list and introduction reflect his project well. Also he will have to write up his methods and make a table of his results when he conducts the experiment.
Thursday, December 16, 2015
3:30- 5:00; 90 min.
Biology:
Unit 1, the chemistry of life -
Jack and I reviewed the first unit in his biology book, covering the chemistry of life.
Thursday, December 10, 2015
4:00- 5:00; 60 min.
Biology:
Unit 1, the chemistry of life -
Jack and I reviewed the first unit in his biology book, covering the chemistry of life.
Monday, December 7, 2015
4:00 - 5:00; 60 min.
Biology:
Mitosis; chapter 10 -
Jack and I reviewed his worksheets and handouts about the process of mitosis. We also investigated the limiting factors in cell growth, and the mathematical formulas to find the area and/or volume of a cube.
We covered the concepts from Ch. 1-5 and did selected problems from each. To get ready for the final, we will continue doing problems to increase fluency.
