Technology Idea
Cell Structure
CD-ROM

Background:

If you want learn more about cell structure, you might want to try a CD-ROM that covers all the details of plant and animal cells. A good choice is the Cell Structure and Function CD from NeoSCI:

This particular CD-ROM has many advantages. First, the organization is superb - the user is clearly presented with several excellent components:

Tutorials
Lab Investigations
Take-a-Test
Teacher Resources
Glossary

The tutorials are a combination of graphics, audio, clear microscopy and animations that do a fantastic job at instructing cell structure basics:

The CD also contains interactive lab investigations that allow students to perform many different cytology techniques:

NeoSCI CD-ROMs also contain teacher resources, tests and a glossary.

Interested in this or any other NeoSCI CD-ROM? Visit the NeoSCI site for more prices and more information. The Cell Structure and Function CD-ROM can be found in the Life Science section of the site.

Task:

Depending on the cell structure CD-ROM you have chosen or are able to use, complete the following:

  • Use your computer to complete the entire presentation part of the CD-ROM. Make notes as you go.
  • Use what you have learned from the CD-ROM to complete any worksheets assigned by the teacher.
  • If you are using the NeoSCI CD-ROM, perform the included laboratory exercises.
  • If you are using the NeoSCI CD-ROM, go through all the tutorials, and then try the included test questions.

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