STANDARD 3 - Molecular and Cellular Sciences
The competent science teacher understands and can apply concepts that explain the cell,
molecular basis of heredity, and biological evolution.

Knowledge Indicators: The competent science teacher
3A. Understands viral, subcellular and cellular structure and function.
3B. Understands the nature and function of the gene with emphasis on the molecular basis of
inheritance and gene expression.
3C. Understands the processes of change at the microscopic and macroscopic levels.

Performance Indicators: The competent science teacher
3D. Describes the processes of the cell cycle and analyze the transmission of genetic information.
3E. Demonstrates an understanding of organelles, cells, tissues, organs and organ systems and their
function.
3F. Identifies scientific evidence from various sources to demonstrate knowledge of theories about
processes of biological evolution.
3G. Demonstrates the ability to use instruments or to explain functions of the technologies used to
study the life sciences at the molecular and cellular level.