Human Cell Structure Lesson Plan for 7th Grade Students

Topic: human cell structure

Objectives & Outcomes

• Students will be able to explain the structure of the human cell and how it functions.

Materials

• Printed images of a diagram of the human cell
• Construction paper
• Glue
• Scissors
• Colored pencils or markers

Warm-up

• Ask students if they have ever heard of the human cell before. Ask them to share what they know about the human cell.
• Show students the printed image of the diagram of the human cell and ask them to describe what they see.

Direct Instruction

• Explain that the human cell is the basic unit of structure and function in the human body. It is made up of three main parts: the outer membrane, the cytoplasm, and the nucleus.
• Begin by discussing the outer membrane. Explain that the outer membrane is a protective layer that surrounds the cell and keeps it from breaking down. It also allows certain substances to enter and leave the cell, such as nutrients and oxygen.
• Next, discuss the cytoplasm. Explain that the cytoplasm is composed of a thick liquid made up of proteins and other substances. It contains the organelles, which are the structures that carry out the cell's functions.
• Finally, discuss the nucleus. Explain that the nucleus is the central part of the cell and contains the cell's DNA, or genetic material. It is where the cell's genetic instructions are carried out.

Guided Practice

• Divide the class into small groups and give each group a set of handouts with pictures of the different human cell parts.
• Ask the groups to work together to create an infographic that shows the different parts of the human cell and how they work together. They should include a brief description of each part and how it contributes to the cell's function.
• Have each group present their infographics to the class and discuss any questions or ideas that arise.

Independent Practice

• Ask students to work individually or in small groups to create their own infographics on human cell structure. They should include all the basic parts of the cell and how they work together, as well as any additional details or information they find.
• Encourage students to be creative and use the available technology to make their infographics visually appealing and interactive.

Closure

• Have students present their infographics to the class. Ask them to talk about the main points of their project and how they used technology to create it.
• Review the main points of the lesson and remind students of the main parts of the human cell.

Assessment

• Observe students during the guided practice and independent practice activities to assess their understanding of the human cell structure.
• Evaluate the infographics created during independent practice to assess students' understanding of using technology to create a visual representation of information.