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This lesson plan focuses on the fundamental unit of life, covering the structure and function of cells over 12 periods. It incorporates Sustainable Development Goals related to health and education, with activities like microscopic observations and experiments on osmosis. Key competencies include critical thinking, scientific inquiry, and collaboration, with assessments through quizzes and class discussions.

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Lesson Plan Fundamental Unit of Life (1)

This lesson plan focuses on the fundamental unit of life, covering the structure and function of cells over 12 periods. It incorporates Sustainable Development Goals related to health and education, with activities like microscopic observations and experiments on osmosis. Key competencies include critical thinking, scientific inquiry, and collaboration, with assessments through quizzes and class discussions.

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Lesson Plan: The Fundamental Unit of Life

Subject: Science

Chapter: The Fundamental Unit of Life

Number of Periods Required: 12

SDG Focused During the Chapter:


- SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being (Cellular Health and its Impact on Life)

- SDG 4: Quality Education (Understanding Life at the Cellular Level)

Activity:
LP Name: Understanding the Cell – The Basic Unit of Life

LP No.: 1

Period No.: 1-12

Learning Outcomes:
- Define and explain the structure and function of a cell.

- Identify cell organelles and explain their roles.

- Differentiate between plant and animal cells.

- Describe the concept of osmosis and diffusion.

- Relate cellular functions to real-life applications.

Key Competencies:
- Critical Thinking – Understanding cell functions.

- Scientific Inquiry – Observing microscopic structures.

- Problem-Solving – Applying knowledge to biological scenarios.

- Collaboration – Group activities on cell models.

Detailed Lesson Plan (12 Periods):

Period 1: Introduction to Cells


Set Induction:
- Probing Questions: What do all living organisms have in common? Have you ever seen
cells under a microscope?

- Introductory Activity: Microscopic observation of onion peel cells.

- Stimulate Recall: Discuss living and non-living things.

Period 2-3: Discovery of the Cell & Cell Theory


- Present the history of cell discovery (Robert Hooke, Leeuwenhoek).

- Explain the Cell Theory (Schleiden, Schwann, and Virchow).

- STEM Activity: Research how microscopes evolved.

Period 4-5: Structure of a Cell – Prokaryotic vs. Eukaryotic Cells


- Explain cell membrane, cytoplasm, and nucleus.

- Differentiate between prokaryotic & eukaryotic cells with examples.

- Real-Life Application: Understanding bacterial infections (prokaryotes).

Period 6-7: Cell Organelles – Their Structure & Function


- Explain organelles (Mitochondria, ER, Golgi, Lysosomes, Ribosomes).

- Art Integration: Draw a labeled diagram of a cell.

- Subject Enrichment: Research how chloroplasts are essential in food production.

Period 8: Plant vs. Animal Cells


- Differentiate plant & animal cells with diagrams.

- Case-Based Scenario: What happens if a cell lacks a nucleus?

Period 9: Cell Membrane, Diffusion, and Osmosis


- Explain semi-permeability & transport mechanisms.

- STEM Activity: Conduct a potato osmosis experiment.

Period 10: Cell Division – Mitosis & Meiosis


- Explain mitosis & meiosis using animations.

- Real-Life Application: Understanding cancer cell growth.

Period 11: Revision & Concept Application


- Class Discussion: Cellular processes in everyday life.

Period 12: Assessment & Practical Demonstrations


- Assessment: Quiz on cell functions & structure.
Pedagogy Approaches:
- Inquiry-Based Learning

- Problem-Solving Approach

- Hands-on Activities

- Visual Learning (Diagrams, Models, Simulations)

Learning Tools Used:


- IT Integration: Virtual microscope tools

- Videos: 3D cell structure animations

- Audios: Cell organelles song

- Other: Laboratory experiments

Classwork Assigned:
- Draw a neat-labeled diagram of a plant & animal cell.

- List functions of cell organelles.

Homework Assigned:
- Research on medical applications of stem cells.

Assessment/Exit Slip:
- MCQs on cell structure & functions.

- Classroom discussion & quizzes.

- Observation of student participation.

Book References:
1. NCERT Class 9 Science Book

2. Pradeep’s Biology for Class 9

3. CBSE Exemplar Problems in Science

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