Nature of Science
Nature of Science Schedule
Below is the tentative schedule for the nature of science unit.
scientific_method_schedule.aug27-sep18_2012.doc | |
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Class 8/27 & 8/28
Students will introduce themselves to their peers and teacher, they will also go over expectations for the class, and complete an observation lab. First homework assignment of the year - Language of Science due A day 8/31 and B day 9/4.
biology_expectations.pptx | |
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start_noticing_observation_lab.docx | |
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Class 8/29 & 8/30
Students will participate in a discussion of the Scientific Method and complete fill in the blank notes. Students will learn how to identify variables and complete a practice worksheet, as well as experiment with the scientific method in a lab.
scientific_method_introduction.pptx | |
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scientific_method_student_notes.docx | |
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identifying_variables_worksheet.docx | |
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Class 8/31 & 9/4
Students will develop graphing skills through a discussion and practice worksheet. They will also learn about the metric system and practice converting units. There will also be a quiz on variables and controls.
metric_system.pptx | |
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developing_graphing_skills.doc | |
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Class 9/5 & 9/6
Students will continue to practice using the metric system, as well as continue to develop their graphing skills. Homework: Bikini Bottom Experiments due A day 9/10 and B day 9/11.
using_si_units.doc | |
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presenting_data.wpd.docx | |
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Class 9/7 & 9/10
Students will work with the compound microscopes and complete a lab with them. They will also take a quiz on SI units and data presentation.
Class 9/11 & 9/12
Students will learn to use the dissecting microscope, and complete a lab using it.
Class 9/13 & 9/14
Students will review for the exam by playing Jeopardy and working on their graphing skills.
Class 9/17 & 9/18
Exam day!!! The exam will consist of multiple choice questions, a writing portion, and a practical part using the microscopes.