Do Now Answer the following questions on a

Do Now • Answer the following questions on a whiteboard (one per partner) – 1) List all 5 levels of organization from smallest/most basic to largest/most complex – 2) What process allows organisms to display complex organization rather than simple organization (how do cells reproduce to form tissues? )

The Human Body Corporation • Situation – You are an employee of “the Human Body Corporation” – Because of recent budget cuts in this company, you (an organ) are at risk of being “fired” or eliminated from the human body

The Human Body Corporation • The Task – Write a persuasive letter in business format to save your organ/job – See example of business format on page 2

The Human Body Corporation • The Process – Use class page and other online resources to research an organ of your choice – Take notes on the question sheet portion of your handout – Write a persuasive letter to defend the importance of your organ to the human body • See business letter format on page 2 • See rubric for requirements and expectations • Rough draft due TOMORROW

The Human Body Corporation • SAMPLE Outline for letter – Introduction Paragraph • List at least 3 main reasons why the organ should be saved – Body Paragraph(s) • Location of organ is identified • At least three major functions of organ are identified and explained in detail • Changes that would be evident if the organ was missing are identified and explained in detail – Closing Paragraph • Restate all reasons why your organ should be saved

Turning in Paper • Use assigned laptop to print letter • Sign “name” (real or ficticious) at bottom • Attach a copy of rubric with name, date, and period filled out to back of paper • Turn in to Mr. Tran, put computer back