Interactive Case Study on Photosynthesis

The video tutorial introduces an interactive case on photosynthesis, designed for both AP and intro-level students. It involves roleplaying as a marine biologist to investigate coral bleaching on the Great Barrier Reef. Students explore an interactive manual covering plant anatomy and photosynthesis processes, including light energy, pigments, and the Calvin cycle. They conduct experiments, measure ATP, NADPH, and sugar levels, and test hypotheses to identify causes of coral bleaching. The case concludes with students summarizing their findings, learning science by acting like scientists.

What is the primary role students assume in the interactive case on photosynthesis?

• A zoologist

• A climate scientist

• A plant geneticist

• A marine biologist

What can teachers do in real-time during the interactive case?

• Modify the case content

• Assign grades

• Track student progress

• Communicate with parents

Which of the following is NOT covered in the interactive manual?

• Plant anatomy

• Photosystem one and two

• Animal cell structure

• Electron transport chain

What is the purpose of the scientific glossary in the case?

• To offer a timeline of photosynthesis research

• To explain historical experiments

• To list all plant species

• To provide definitions for new terms

What do students measure in their experiments to understand coral bleaching?

• Oxygen concentration

• ATP, NADPH, and sugar levels

• Carbon dioxide levels

• Chlorophyll levels

How do students test their hypotheses about coral bleaching?

• By measuring water temperature

• By treating the coral and observing changes

• By analyzing soil samples

• By observing coral under a microscope

What is the final step students take in the interactive case?

• Presenting a group project

• Revising the manual

• Completing a case summary

• Conducting a second experiment

What is the main educational approach used in this interactive case?

• Project-based learning

• Textbook reading

• Lecture-based learning

• Role-playing and experimentation