Literacy in Science: Vertical Farming

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Literacy in Science: Vertical Farming

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This unit on photosynthesis and vertical farming will teach students about the role of photosynthesis in creating much of the food needed for life on Earth. In addition, students will come to realize how changing our approach to how we grow our food can change the impact we have on the environment around us. Using their knowledge about the role of photosynthesis in creating food, students will do guided research on vertical farming, culminating in an argument task in which they argue whether vertical farming is a viable industry for New York City.

Education Levels:

9, 10

Subject:

Botany, Biology, Agriculture, Writing (composition)

Resource Type:

Unit of instruction

Medium:

PDF

Fee Status:

Free

Beneficiary:

Students

Online provider:

New York City Department of Education

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Keywords:

Photosynthesis , Farming, Food production, Crops, Ocean acidification

Mediator:

Secondary school teachers

Publisher:

New York City Department of Education

Is Part Of:

http://schools.nyc.gov/

Language:

English

General

Prerequisite:

Students should have some background knowledge in cell process, homeostasis, and ecology.

Essential Resources:

Computer with Internet access; Water; Baking soda; Cups/beakers; BTB (bromthymol blue); Sraws; Elodea sprigs; 60 Watt light bulb; Pipettes; Test tubes; Fluorescent lights; Colored gels (can be obtained a photography store or a party supply store)

Subjects/Topics

P21 Subject:

Language Arts

Instructional Methods

Assessment Method:

Authentic assessment

Learning Outcomes:

Learning Outcomes:

Exact Correlation

Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects (2010)

Writing Standards

Text Types and Purposes

1. Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence.

Exact Correlation

Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects (2010)

Writing Standards

Text Types and Purposes

Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence.

Introduce precise claim(s), distinguish the claim(s) from alternate or opposing claims, and create an organization that establishes clear relationships among claim(s), counterclaims, reasons, and evidence.

Exact Correlation

Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects (2010)

Writing Standards

Text Types and Purposes

Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence.

Develop claim(s) and counterclaims fairly, supplying evidence for each while pointing out the strengths and limitations of both in a manner that anticipates the audience's knowledge level and concerns.

Exact Correlation

Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects (2010)

Writing Standards

Text Types and Purposes

Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence.

Use words, phrases, and clauses to link the major sections of the text, create cohesion, and clarify the relationships between claim(s) and reasons, between reasons and evidence, and between claim(s) and counterclaims.

Exact Correlation

Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects (2010)

Writing Standards

Text Types and Purposes

Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence.

Establish and maintain a formal style and objective tone while attending to the norms and conventions of the discipline in which they are writing.

Exact Correlation

Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects (2010)

Writing Standards

Text Types and Purposes

Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence.

Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the argument presented.

Exact Correlation

Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects (2010)

Writing Standards

Production and Distribution of Writing

4. Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.

Exact Correlation

Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects (2010)

Writing Standards

Research to Build and Present Knowledge

Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.

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