Question
Question
Students will explore and construct investigable questions related to how specific light wavelengths influence photosynthesis, engaging in collaborative brainstorming and guided research sessions to refine their questions, and share them in weekly reflective discussions.
Days 1 - 3
Design
Design
Students will collaboratively design controlled experiments to measure how different light wavelengths impact photosynthesis in selected plant species using LED filters, documenting their methodology and planning for data collection.
Days 4 - 7
Collect
Collect
Students will methodically collect data on plant growth and photosynthesis rates under controlled light conditions, documenting observable changes and measurements, while critically engaging with their peers and using feedback to hone their data collection techniques.
Days 8 - 11
Analyze
Analyze
Students will analyze the collected data by creating graphs and charts to observe patterns of photosynthetic rates under different light wavelengths, discussing possible implications for sustainable agricultural practices during reflective sessions with peers and guided support from the teacher.
Days 12 - 16
Conclude
Conclude
Students will synthesize their findings into a conclusive statement, critically evaluate the limitations of their experimental process, and discuss potential agricultural applications, all while preparing and presenting a final digital portfolio in a peer-to-peer showcase session, inviting constructive feedback to bolster their understanding and application of photosynthesis optimization.
Days 17 - 20
Question
Days 1–3
Day 1
Photosynthesis Light Stations
Launch
60m
Day 2
Question Crafting Session
Deliverable
Day 3
Design
Days 4–7
Day 4
Plan Photosynthesis Experiment
Deliverable
Day 5
Day 6
Annotated Bibliography Kickoff
Deliverable
Day 7
Collect
Days 8–11
Day 8
Day 9
Record Plant Growth Data
Deliverable
Day 10
Day 11
Methodology Check Quiz
Assessment
1m
Analyze
Days 12–16
Day 12
Graphing Photosynthesis Data
Deliverable
Day 13
Day 14
Preliminary Findings Summary
Deliverable
Day 15
Day 16
Conclude
Days 17–20
Day 17
Day 18
Day 19
Inquiry Process Reflection
Deliverable
Day 20
Final Photosynthesis Portfolio Defense
Assessment
September 2026
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
28
Day 1
Question
Photosynthesis Light Stations
29
Day 2
Question Crafting Session
30
Day 3
1
Day 4
Design
Plan Photosynthesis Experiment
2
Day 5
October 2026
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
5
Day 6
Annotated Bibliography Kickoff
6
Day 7
7
Day 8
Collect
8
Day 9
Record Plant Growth Data
9
Day 10
12
Day 11
Methodology Check Quiz
13
Day 12
Analyze
Graphing Photosynthesis Data
14
Day 13
15
Day 14
Preliminary Findings Summary
16
Day 15
19
Day 16
20
Day 17
Conclude
21
Day 18
22
Day 19
Inquiry Process Reflection
23
Day 20
Final Photosynthesis Portfolio Defense