Has your class wondered about the eccentricities of the endomembrane system? A video segment helps pupils investigate the nuclear membrane, smooth and rough endoplasmic reticulum, and Golgi apparatus. 

Concepts

cell membranes, semipermeable membranes, terrestrial organisms

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Construct a three-dimensional endomembrane system with edible ingredients and/or art supplies
• Have the class research dysfunctions of the endomembrane system and present their findings to the other class members

Classroom Considerations

• Make sure individuals do not consume edible candies used in the activity due to possible bacterial contamination

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Discusses one piece of the cell in the segment, allowing time to pursue each individual piece to ensure the class understands the complete organism
• Video length allows for adaptation or modification

Cons

• None