Biology
Grade 7
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The Microscope
The Microscope
MELC (Most Essential Learning Competency): Identify parts of the microscope and their functions
A virtual textbook lesson on instruments of microscopy
Parker, N., Schneegurt, M., Tu, A. H. T., Lister, P., & Forster, B. M. (2016, November 1). 2.3 Instruments of Microscopy - Microbiology. OpenStax. Retrieved from openstax.org/books/microbiology/pages/2-3-instruments-of-microscopy
A video about using a compound microscope
MooMooMath and Science. (2016, September 12). Using a microscope The parts and how to focus [Video]. YouTube. www.youtube.com/watch?v=vrZxPVmhZzM
A video lecture about the parts and functions of a microscope
The Learning Bees. (2020, November 26). Microscope (Parts and Functions) | Grade 7 Science DepEd MELC Quarter 2 Module 1 [Video]. YouTube. www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZEF9mnL9_W0
MELC: Focus specimens using the compound microscope
Samples of microscope images
Muskopf, S. (n.d.). Microscope Images. Granite City, IL: The Biology Corner. Retrieved from www.biologycorner.com/microscope/index.html
A worksheet for a Virtual Microscope by BioNetwork
Muskopf, S. (n.d.). Virtual Microscope. Google Docs. Retrieved from docs.google.com/document/d/1gpxXE31cInT9Dbw0PP5INYnU2HZhy1ZX62t7VE9WiLQ/edit
A video lecture about magnification using a microscope
The Learning Bees. (2020, November 26). How to Use a Microscope, Magnification | Grade 7 Science DepEd MELC Quarter 2 Module 2 [Video]. YouTube. www.youtube.com/watch?v=c6vUNJzoON0
Biological Organization
Biological Organization
MELC: Describe the different levels of biological organization from cell to biosphere
An animation about the biological levels
Amoeba Sisters. (2016, March 13). Biological Levels in Biology: The World Tour [Video]. YouTube. www.youtube.com/watch?v=EtWknf1gzKo
Videos for visual learning as well as vocabulary application
Texas Education Agency (TEA). (n.d.). Biological Systems: System Organization. Texas Gateway. Retrieved from www.texasgateway.org/resource/biological-systems-system-organization
A video lecture on the levels of biological organization
The Learning Bees. (2020, December 8). Levels of Biological Organization | Grade 7 Science DepEd MELC Quarter 2 Module 3 [Video]. YouTube. www.youtube.com/watch?v=ksLh67GPBTc
A rap about cell organelles
Crapnell, E. (2011, August 31). Cells Cells - Parts of the Cell Rap [Video]. YouTube. www.youtube.com/watch?v=-zafJKbMPA8
The Cell
The Cell
MELC: Differentiate plant and animal cells according to presence or absence of certain organelles
A cell anatomy viewer game where users can customize their game and explore the organelles of different cells
Arizona Board of Regents. (n.d.). Cell Anatomy Viewer Game. Tempe, AZ: ASU Ask A Biologist. Retrieved from askabiologist.asu.edu/cell-viewer-game/
An animation about prokaryote and eukaryote cells, the cell theory, and comparison between plant and animal cells
Amoeba Sisters. (2016, November 1). Introduction to Cells: The Grand Cell Tour [Video]. YouTube. www.youtube.com/watch?v=8IlzKri08kk
A video lecture about plant and animal cells
The Learning Bees. (2020, December 10). Cells (Parts and Functions), Plant and Animal Cell | Grade 7 Science DepEd MELC Quarter 2 Module 4 [Video]. YouTube. www.youtube.com/watch?v=9No3bQK1FbM
MELC: Explain why the cell is considered the basic structural and functional unit of all organisms
A short video explaining the importance of cells
maggie3891. (2009, February 18). Discovery Video - Cells [Video]. YouTube. www.youtube.com/watch?v=u54bRpbSOgs
An animation about the endosymbiotic theory
Amoeba Sisters. (2017, May 4). Endosymbiotic Theory [Video]. YouTube. www.youtube.com/watch?v=FGnS-Xk0ZqU
Asexual vs Sexual Reproduction
Asexual vs Sexual Reproduction
MELC: Differentiate asexual from sexual reproduction in terms of: (1) Number of individuals involved; (2) Similarities of offspring to parents
Interactive lesson about reproduction with pre- and post-quizzes, video, and worksheet
Sexual vs. Asexual reproduction. (n.d.). Oak National Academy. Retrieved from classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/sexual-vs-asexual-reproduction-ccr64t
An animation comparing asexual and sexual reproduction
Amoeba Sisters. (2017, July 21). Asexual and Sexual Reproduction [Video]. YouTube. www.youtube.com/watch?v=fcGDUcGjcyk
Interactive lesson about the pros and cons of sexual and asexual reproduction with pre- and post-quizzes, video, and worksheet
Advantages and disadvantages of sexual and asexual reproduction. (n.d.). Oak National Academy. Retrieved from classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/advantages-and-disadvantages-of-sexual-and-asexual-reproduction-60w6ce
An interactive lesson about the two forms of reproduction
Blumenthal, D., Brandt, J., Brooks, A., Cariani, K., Dietlin, C., Lurie, H., Pinch, P., Sicker, T., & Tonkonogy, A. (n.d.). Reproduction: One Goal, Two Methods. PBS Learning Media. Retrieved from www.pbslearningmedia.org/resource/midlit10.sci.splrepro/reproduction-one-goal-two-methods/
A video lecture about sexual and asexual reproduction
The Learning Bees. (2020, December 18). Types of Reproduction: Sexual and Asexual | Grade 7 Science DepEd MELC Quarter 2 Module 5 [Video]. YouTube. www.youtube.com/watch?v=9AIBnaow5a0
Biotic vs Abiotic Components of an Ecosystem
Biotic vs Abiotic Components of an Ecosystem
MELC: Differentiate biotic from abiotic components of an ecosystem
A video with easy-to-understand illustrations about biotic and abiotic factors and examples of them
Mark Drollinger. (2013, March 29). Abiotic and Biotic Factors [Video]. YouTube. www.youtube.com/watch?v=E1pp_7-yTN4
A virtual lesson on abiotic and biotic factors with videos and exercises
Texas Education Agency (TEA). (n.d.). Abiotic and Biotic Factors in an Ecosystem. Texas Gateway. Retrieved from www.texasgateway.org/resource/abiotic-and-biotic-factors-ecosystem
A video lecture about biotic and abiotic components in an ecosystem
The Learning Bees. (2020, December 20). Biotic & Abiotic Component, Ecological Relationships | Grade 7 Science DepEd MELC Quarter 2 Module 6 [Video]. YouTube. www.youtube.com/watch?v=IZoIvJEiNaM
Ecological Relationships
Ecological Relationships
MELC: Describe the different ecological relationships found in an ecosystem
A virtual lab modelling Connell’s 1961 competition experiment with barnacles
Jones, T. C. (n.d.). Barnacle Competition. Virtual Biology Lab: an inquiry-based learning environment. Retrieved from virtualbiologylab.org/ModelsHTML5/BarnacleCompetition/BarnacleCompetitionModel.html
A virtual lab modelling Gauss’ 1934 experiments with protists
Jones, T. C. (2010). NetLogo Web: Microcosm. Virtual Biology Lab: an inquiry-based learning environment. Retrieved from virtualbiologylab.org/NetWebHTML_FilesJan2016/MicrocosmModel.html
An animation exploring the different ecological relationships, which are predation, competition, and symbiotic relationships
Amoeba Sisters. (2017, November 28). Ecological Relationships [Video]. YouTube. www.youtube.com/watch?v=rNjPI84sApQ
A virtual textbook lesson on ecological community relationships
Wakim, S., & Grewal, M. (2021, May 3). Community Relationships. Biology LibreTexts. Retrieved from bio.libretexts.org/@go/page/17817
A video exploring five cool symbiotic relationships
Everything Science. (2020, July 2). 5 of the Coolest Animal Partnerships (Symbiotic Species) [Video]. YouTube. www.youtube.com/watch?v=2vpkOvlZJqs
Effect of Changes in Abiotic Factors
Effect of Changes in Abiotic Factors
MELC: Predict the effect of changes in abiotic factors on the ecosystem
A video discussing the effect of changes in abiotic factors, specifically air, water, and land pollution
The Learning Bees. (2021, February 2). Effect of Changes in the Abiotic Factor on Ecosystem | Grade 7 Science DepEd MELC Quarter 2 Module 7 [Video]. YouTube. www.youtube.com/watch?v=wAPpAxfsars
Interactive lesson about biotic and abiotic factors with pre- and post-quizzes, video, and worksheet
Biotic and Abiotic factors. (n.d.). Oak National Academy. Retrieved from classroom.thenational.academy/lessons/biotic-and-abiotic-factors-6cw3jc
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