Why use videos?
Because the process of photosynthesis could seem so abstract and complicated, students often get overwhelmed when they are learning about the mechanics of photosynthesis. A great way to remedy this is to use videos to help our students visualize what is happening within the chloroplasts as plants are producing carbohydrates. In addition, using videos are a great tool of differentiated instructions by accommodating the visual learners in our classroom.
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This video is great because it connects photosynthesis and cellular respiration
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These two videos allow students to witness what is happening during photosynthesis. The animations are great and it really helps students keep track of electron, proton, and photon movements
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This professor physically moves the styrofoam balls representing molecules in the photosynthetic process as he teaches his students about the reactions. Teachers can try doing this with their own classroom or assign it as an assessment piece to their students. Although I have only linked his video on The Calvin Cycle, he has also done a similar video on Light Reactions. Simply click on the Youtube icon at the bottom of the screen and visit his profile to watch his additional videos.
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Other Web Resources:
There are numerous interactive experiments regarding photosynthesis on this website. They also include student worksheets and teacher guides. I recommend the photosynthesis lab for 12U students
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http://www.squidoo.com/high-school-biology-labs#module151327554
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This webpage is jammed full of photosynthesis goodies! It includes worksheets, ideas for labs, and videos you cans hare with your students
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