Cell Biology |
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Cell Biology |
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was designed for teachers who are already familiar with image-creating programs, such as ClarisWorks,
Illustrator, or Photoshop. After viewing animations of cellular processes on the Web, students choose a particular process to explore and research, using a variety of online and print resources. Students identify key terms and related concepts. They create animations using simple paint programs and shareware programs: GifConverter and GifBuilder for the Mac, and Paint Shop Pro (version 3.11) and GIF Movie Gear for the PC. See Savage Earth for a similar software project about tsunamis, volcanoes, and earthquakes. Grade Level: 7-10 Subject Matter: Science, Art Curricular Uses: Science: Life Science, Biology Art: Design, Multimedia  Students will be able to:  Research cell biology and cellular processes extensively on the Web. Visit Web sites that feature
animation, 3D simulations, and video images of cellular processes. Learn key terms and concepts related to the study of
cellular processes.
Design a storyboard consisting of key frames for their animations. Use paint software or a scanner to create images to be
incorporated into their final animation. Convert or export their images to the GIF (Graphic Image File) format for
incorporation into their animations. Publish their animated GIFs on the Web (optional). To see examples of student work produced as a result of this lesson, visit the Student Gallery. This lesson was developed by Al Doyle, wNetSchool Master Teacher, and was funded by the Louis Calder Foundation. |