"Build a Bacterium" Scavenger Hunt

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Working in small groups, learners receive a written scenario regarding a bacterium with a certain goal it must carry out. They must work together to decide what cell parts are needed to form the basic structure of any cell as well as to carry out the specific functions required by their scenario. To “build” their bacterium learners must negotiate and trade index cards with other groups to acquire their desired cell parts.

Quick Guide

Preparation Time:
45 to 60 minutes
Learning Time:
30 to 45 minutes
Estimated Materials Cost:
1 cent - $1 per group of students
Age Range:
Ages 14 - 18
Resource Types:
Activity, Lesson/Lesson Plan
Language:
English

Materials List (per group of students)

Keywords

Subjects

  • Life Sciences
    • Cells
      • Cell Structure and Function

Audience

To use this activity, learners need to:

  • see
  • read
  • hear
  • touch

Learning styles supported:

  • Involves teamwork and communication skills
  • Involves hands-on or lab activities

Other

Includes alignment to state and/or national standards:

Includes assesments for student learning:

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Access Rights:

  • Free access

By:

  • Hare, Ph.D., Janelle

Rights:

  • All rights reserved, American Society for Microbiology, 2012