We started with this video from Brain Pop about cells. Although we know that the students can do them on their own, we've been using the Smart Board to watch these Brain Pop videos. Brain Pop can move a little fast at times, so keep yourself ready to pause the video at key places. After watching the video, we took the quiz. The students discussed the answers as a class, before choosing their answer.
Here's the link to the video:
Brain Pop: Cells
*Brain Pop does require a subscription, but many times your local library may have or provide you access via the web. Check out how you can get Brain Pop free in your area!
After watching the video, we completed a Smart Board interactive lesson on cells. The students really enjoyed labeling the plant cell and discussing/comparing it to the animal cell.
Smart Board: Cells
Then. . .we went to YouTube. We found some really fun and engaging cell raps. The first one is by two students. Think about how awesome this would be to do with your students. How much they would learn from actually writing the rap about cells, but also about video production, editing, working as a team. . .the list is endless!
Cell Rap
This video from You Tube utilizes animation:
Plant & Animal Cell Rap
If you need more support on cells. . .try this video! It really introduces the topic to the students.
Plant & Animal Cell Overview: The Basics
TIP for using YouTube: When you find an educational video that you and your students enjoy, be sure to subscribe to that YouTube user. Then, when they post additional videos, you will be notified via email.
TIP for posting on YouTube: When you want to have your students post videos on YouTube, pay close attention to the privacy settings. You can make videos that are unlisted, private or public. Refer to the link below under Private Video Sharing:
Hope the ideas we are coming up with for lessons here at Gund are helping you to utilize different technology with your students!
Happy Teching!
Maria
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