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Directed by instructional cards, learners kinesthetically model cell communication by acting as components in a cell signaling pathway. Learners discover that cell communication is a multi-step process and that cells communicate via signaling pathways made of interacting components that sometimes change shape as a result of their interaction (conformational change).
- 5 to 10 minutes
- 30 to 45 minutes
- 1 cent - $1 per group of students
- Ages 11 - 18
- Activity, Lesson/Lesson Plan, Model
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per group of students)
- Set of Cell Communication Cards
- Overhead transparency
- Overhead projector
Subjects
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Life Sciences
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Cells
- Cell Structure and Function
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Cells
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Physical Sciences
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Chemistry
- Chemistry of Life
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Chemistry
Informal Categories
- Physical Activity
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- read
- be mobile
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves teamwork and communication skills
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
Components that are part of this resource:
Includes alignment to state and/or national standards:
This resource is part of:
Access Rights:
- Free access
By:
- Davies, Christian ; Egan, Barbara ; Hoelscher, Mary ; Kuka, Chris ; Malone, Molly ; Starr, Harmony
Source Collection
- Teach.Genetics
Rights:
- All rights reserved, University of Utah, 2008
Funding Source:
- Science Education Partnership Award from the National Center for Research Resources, a component of the National Institutes of Health