Research Experiences for Teachers - Nanakuli Middle School

Participating Teachers

Teacher's Name Grades Subjects
Joseph Cuculo 7 Science
Allyn Mallory 9/11/12 Physical Science/Chemistry/Physics
Jewelynn Kirkland 8 Science

 

Activities Performed During 2011-12 School Year

Name of Activity # of Students Involved Grades Subjects
Stem Cell Controversy 138 7 Life Science
DNA Activity 138 7 Life Science
BrainPop Videos 138 7 Life Science

 

Activities Performed During 2010-11 School Year

Name of Activity # of Students Involved Grades Subjects
Cockroach Lab 140 7 Life Science
Body Sysem Activity 140 7 Life Science
Predator/Prey Lab 140 7 Life Science
Community Reflection 140 7 Life Science
Extensions 140 7 Life Science

 

Upcoming Activities

Name of Activity # of Students Involved Grades Subjects
Cockroach Lab 150 7 Life Science
DNA/Cloning Activity 150 7 Life Science

 

Additional Activity Information 2011-12 School Year


 

Stem Cell Controversy

Overview
Students used laptops to research the controversy surrounding Stem Cell Research. After they researched they wrote an essay explaining the pros and cons and their opinions.

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DNA Activity

Overview
Students were able to get a visual representation as to what a DNA strand looks like and how the parental and maternal genomes combine.

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BrainPop Videos

Overview
Students were able to work at their own pace to learn new content, such as cell organelles and body systems. In addition, it serves as a great way to catch up absent students and review content.

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Additional Activity Information 2010-11 School Year


 

Cockroach Lab

Overview
Students researched information on cockroaches and bug traps for inquiry project.

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Body System Activity

Overview
Students visited interactive websites to review and extend knowledge on body systems.

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Predatory/Prey Lab

Overview
Students were directed to type up lab reports so tehy apperated more professional.

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Community Reflection

Overview
Typed community reflection for school wide competition.

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Extensions

Overview
Students given enrichment activities to build deep understanding.

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Additional Upcoming Activity Information 2011-12 School Year


 

Cockroach Lab

Overview
Inquiry lab to find solution to school's cockroach infestation.

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DNA/Cloning Activity

Overview
Students research articles on DNA research & cloning and give recommendation to congress on its continued funding.

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