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    Context: He waka eke noa

    Big Ideas: 

    We are all on invited on a journey in the Waka. Each of come with our own unique identity and differences.  In Science we will be studying about our uniqueness. We will also be exploring that just as each of the cells/tissues/organs in the body have a unique function, they all need to coordinate to keep the body functioning and alive.  He Waka eke noa, is about working together and being our unique skill set to empower one another in our learning journey.  

    Achievement objectives:

    Nature of Science

    • Develop and carry out more complex investigations, including using models.
    • Use a wider range of science vocabulary, symbols, and conventions.

    Level 5: Living World

    • Describe the organisation of life at the cellular level.
    • Describe the basic processes by which genetic information is passed from one generation to the next.

    5c's - Collaboration, Communication, Critical Thinking, Creativity & Citizenship
    Learning Intentions:
    Great Ako Learning Plan
    Exploring Focus Plan & Do Reflect
    We are researching and investigating
    the genetic material within a cell     		 Understanding the structure, role and function of DNA Extracting DNA from Banana
    Construct a DNA Model    		 What makes us unique and different?
    What are the similarities within all human beings?
    What is your understanding of the terms: DNA, RNA,gene, Chromosomes & Allele


    Success Criteria:  I can/have:
    • draw a neat labelled diagram of a typical DNA
    • Identify and explain the structure and function of the DNA - this tasks needs to be completed in your book
    • make a model of the DNA
    • differentiate between genes & chromosomes
    • follow the steps to extract DNA from banana/cheek cells
    Activities
    • Teacher leads the students to research and investigate about the DNA through various activities- DNA extraction from Banana, using videos and slide presentations and websites for animations.
    • Education Perfect - complete the assigned tasks relating to the DNA.
    • make a model of the DNA (in class task 2 sessions). (Using Creativity, Collaboration, Communication) . You will present your model to the class with a 2-3 minute speech.
    Complete tasks from Google Classroom and submit.

    Class Task:
     In pairs you will make a 3D model of the DNA - You must bring all the required material to class on Thursday 27th Feb      (Teacher will not provide)
    DNA Model is due 3rd March
    Homework tasks - Complete Education Perfect activities by 28th February.