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Which subject	Biology
What topic	Evolution
What length (min)	30
What age group	Doesn't matter
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Topic

Evolution

Objectives

• Understand the basic principles of evolution.
• Identify key concepts such as natural selection, adaptation, and speciation.
• Discuss examples of evolutionary processes in different species.
• Analyze and interpret evidence supporting the theory of evolution.

Materials

• PowerPoint presentation on Evolution
• Handouts with key terms and definitions
• Videos demonstrating natural selection and adaptation
• Whiteboard and markers
• Evolution case studies (selected readings)

Grade/Age Group

Middle School to High School (Grades 6-12)

Subject

Biology

Class Size

20 students

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for life sciences, particularly focusing on standards related to evolution and natural selection.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction	5 minutes	Briefly introduce the concept of evolution and its significance in biology.
2	Key Concepts Overview	10 minutes	Present key concepts: natural selection, adaptation, and speciation using PowerPoint.
3	Video Presentation	5 minutes	Show a short video that illustrates natural selection in action, followed by discussion.
4	Case Study Analysis	5 minutes	Distribute case studies; have students work in pairs to analyze and discuss the examples.
5	Group Discussion	3 minutes	Regroup to discuss insights gained from case studies and share findings with the class.
6	Summary and Q&A	2 minutes	Summarize key points covered; open the floor for any final questions.
7	Homework Assignment	1 minute	Explain the homework assignment: an essay on a chosen evolutionary topic; provide details.

Homework

• Write a 1-2 page essay on a specific evolutionary process (e.g., natural selection, the evolution of a specific species).
• Essays should be submitted via the online platform for review without formal presentation in front of the class.

Assessment

• Active participation in discussions and group analysis.
• Quality of homework submission assessed based on understanding of evolution concepts and clarity of writing.

Additional Notes

• Encourage students to think critically about the implications of evolution in current scientific discourse.
• Be prepared to support diverse student needs with differentiated materials as necessary.

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