Earth Science Assignments
- Instructor
- Mr. Brian Moraca
- Term
- 2017-2018 School Year
- Department
- Science
- Description
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Homework is assigned on an "as needed" basis to help reinforce prior information or to provide an "introduction" to future concepts. Homework will not be assigned daily.
Homework is expected to be completed when assigned to ensure that proper participation in class activities is possible.
Homework will be checked when assigned – for participation and understanding as per Board of Ed. policy.
Homework assignments that are not completed with "noticeable effort" will be considered incomplete.
Homework will impact the final grade for each marking period.
Upcoming Assignments
No upcoming assignments.
Past Assignments
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Textbook Returned
Students must return the district issued textbook by Monday. All books lost or returned damaged will be subject to fines.
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CA #4 - Study Guide
The attached is the BOE approved "study guide" for the upcoming Common Assessment. It is recommended that students review all class notes and content specific vocabulary terms. The CA covers all content covered during marking period 4.
The CA is scheduled for 6/15.
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Textbook Returned
Students must return the district issued textbook by Monday. All books lost or returned damaged will be subject to fines.
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CA #4 - Study Guide
The attached is the BOE approved "study guide" for the upcoming Common Assessment. It is recommended that students review all class notes and content specific vocabulary terms. The CA covers all content covered during marking period 4.
The CA is scheduled for 6/15.
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Becoming a Meteorologist
Students will evaluate weather maps. Students will make predictions of expected weather based on their application of facts regarding air masses and fronts.
All work will be submitted via the Google Classroom.
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Frontal Quadrama
Students will describe and illustrate a front "of their choosing" - the four main characteristics must be addressed in both the description and the illustration.
Today, students had a chance to begin planning for their triarama. Time will be provided on Monday to complete their portion of the project. Quadramas will be assembled and evaluated on Tuesday.
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CA #4 - Study Guide
The attached is the BOE approved "study guide" for the upcoming Common Assessment. It is recommended that students review all class notes and content specific vocabulary terms. The CA covers all content covered during marking period 4.
The CA is scheduled for 6/15.
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Frontal Triarama
Students will describe and illustrate a front "of their choosing" - the four main characteristics must be addressed in both the description and the illustration.
Today, students had a chance to begin planning for their triarama. Time will be provided on Monday to complete their portion of the project. Quadramas will be assembled and evaluated on Tuesday.
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CA #4 - Study Guide
The attached is the BOE approved "study guide" for the upcoming Common Assessment. It is recommended that students review all class notes and content specific vocabulary terms. The CA covers all content covered during marking period 4.
The CA is scheduled for 6/15.
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Frontal Triarama
Students will describe and illustrate a front "of their choosing" - the four main characteristics must be addressed in both the description and the illustration.
Today, students had a chance to begin planning for their triarama. Time will be provided on Monday to complete their portion of the project. Quadramas will be assembled and evaluated on Tuesday.
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CA #4 - Study Guide
The attached is the BOE approved "study guide" for the upcoming Common Assessment. It is recommended that students review all class notes and content specific vocabulary terms. The CA covers all content covered during marking period 4.
The CA is scheduled for 6/15.
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Class Notes - Fronts
Students will identify the four different fronts that can form when air masses move and interact. Symbols and weather conditions will also be discussed and identified.
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WKST - Fronts Review
Students will identify key characteristics of the different fronts that can form when air masses move and interact.
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CA #4 - Study Guide
The attached is the BOE approved "study guide" for the upcoming Common Assessment. It is recommended that students review all class notes and content specific vocabulary terms. The CA covers all content covered during marking period 4.
The CA is scheduled for 6/15.
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Class Notes - Air Masses
Students will identify the characteristics and locations of 6 different air masses that can influence weather in the United States.
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CA #4 - Study Guide
The attached is the BOE approved "study guide" for the upcoming Common Assessment. It is recommended that students review all class notes and content specific vocabulary terms. The CA covers all content covered during marking period 4.
The CA is scheduled for 6/15.
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WKST - Air Masses (Reading Review)
Students will complete the worksheet by carefully reading the passage and identifying specific text that important in understanding the concepts and help to answer the questions. All questions must be completed, checked, and corrected before the end of class today.
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WKST - Fronts (Reading Review)
Students will complete the worksheet by carefully reading the passage and identifying specific text that important in understanding the concepts and help to answer the questions. All questions must be completed, checked, and corrected before the end of class today.
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CA #4 - Study Guide
The attached is the BOE approved "study guide" for the upcoming Common Assessment. It is recommended that students review all class notes and content specific vocabulary terms. The CA covers all content covered during marking period 4.
The CA is scheduled for 6/15.
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Air Masses and Fronts - Reading Preview
Students will read pgs 490 - 493 (Chapter 16 Section 2) in the textbook. After reading the text, they will answer all questions on the Directed Reading sheet. These questions should be used to guide their understanding of the text.
All work must be completed, checked, and corrected by the end of class.
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Wind Patterns - Reading Preview
Students will read pgs 494 - 495 (Chapter 16 Section 2) in the textbook. They will identify how an understanding of air pressure and its affect on air movement can help meteorologists predict weather. A summary of the information must be created in light of this goal - one summary for each subheading in the text.
All summaries are due by the beginning of class tomorrow.
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CA #4 - Study Guide
The attached is the BOE approved "study guide" for the upcoming Common Assessment. It is recommended that students review all class notes and content specific vocabulary terms. The CA covers all content covered during marking period 4.
The CA is scheduled for 6/15.
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No Homework
Students completed an assessment regarding the movement of air and the movement of water from the ground to the air and back (Wind/Water Cycle).
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STUDY
There is a quiz on the "Wind/Water Cycle" scheduled for Friday. Students should use class notes, texts, and vocabulary to prepare. There is also a Quizlet set posted to clarify key terms relating to the "Weather". The past two lab activities would be excellent applications of this content.
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Water Cycle Review Activity
Students will complete an activity where they follow, record, and analyze the movement of water through the water cycle. This activity should help serve as a review of the key processes involved in the movement of water from the ground to the air and back.
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There is a quiz on the "Wind/Water Cycle" scheduled for Friday. Students should use class notes, texts, and vocabulary to prepare. There is also a Quizlet set posted to clarify key terms relating to the "Weather". The past two lab activities would be excellent applications of this content.
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Class Notes - Water Cycle
Students will identify and define the key steps in the water cycle. Students will also make connections to energy transfer in the atmosphere to explain the causes of this continuous cycle.
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Water Cycle - Explanation
(On the back of today's outline) Students will describe the movement of water through the water cycle. Key terms should be explained and any changes to the state of matter should be described.
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STUDY
There is a quiz on the "Wind/Water Cycle" scheduled for Friday. Students should use class notes, texts, and vocabulary to prepare. There is also a Quizlet set posted to clarify key terms relating to the "Weather". The past two lab activities would be excellent applications of this content.
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Class Notes - Water Cycle
Students will use the textbook (pg 428) to get reacquainted with the concept of the water cycle. The Directed Reading A worksheet should be used to guide their comprehension of the text.
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Chapter 16 Vocabulary Activity
Students will complete the worksheet (provided in class) to show their understanding of key "weather" related terms. This activity will require them to be able to understand and translate key content definitions.
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Water in the Air Vocabulary
Students will "book" define content specific vocabulary terms that relate to the study of our weather.
Due: Tuesday 4/29
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Movement of Air Lab Activity.
Students will complete a movement of air exploration. This lab activity will reinforce the concepts that were covered in the reading and discussions this week.
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Class Notes - Causes of Wind
Students will identify and describe the causes of wind. The focus will be on global cause and effect.
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WKST - Heat Transfer and Climate
Students will complete a figure analysis to determine the causes and effects air movement.
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Movement of Air - Pre-Lab Preparation Questions.
Students will complete the preliminary questions to help prepare themselves for a movement of air exploration. This lab activity will reinforce the concepts that were covered in the reading and discussions this week.
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Directed Reading A - Chapter 15 Section 3
Students will read Chapter 15 Section 3 in the textbook and complete the attached worksheet. All questions are text dependent. Students must complete, check, and correct their work before the end of class on Tuesday.
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A3000
Students worked on district mandated A3000 activities. All articles were selected and assigned to supplement the topics that have been or will be covered in class.
Today's article: Personal Preference (choose one that relates to your interests)
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Directed Reading A - Chapter 15 Section 3
Students will read Chapter 15 Section 3 in the textbook and complete the attached worksheet. All questions are text dependent. Students must complete, check, and correct their work before the end of class on Tuesday.
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No Homework
As a culmination to our study of near Earth space exploration, all students were given a first hand look into the challenges and perils that faced our astronauts. Failure is NOT an option!
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Quizzes signed and returned
A parent/guardian must sign the test/quiz
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No Homework
Students took part in the NASA Moon Survival Challenge. Students worked in groups (under stressful conditions) to make decisions based on the understanding of space - these decisions would ultimately determine whether or not they would survive the given scenario.
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Quizzes signed and returned
A parent/guardian must sign the test/quiz
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No Homework
Students finished a three day exploration of the history of manned (and un-manned) near Earth space exploration - culminating with a final stop on the surface of the moon!
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No Homework
Students continued a three day exploration of the history of manned (and un-manned) near Earth space exploration - culminating with a final stop on the surface of the moon!
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No Homework
Students began a three day exploration of the history of manned (and un-manned) near Earth space exploration - culminating with a final stop on the surface of the moon!
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No Homework
Students completed an assessment that covered their understanding of heat energy transfer through the atmosphere.
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World of Energy Pamphlet - Study Guide (Foldable) Activity
Students will create a three (actually 6) paneled pamphlet to help identify and illustrate the ways that energy is transferred and what happens to that energy when it reaches Earth. The pamphlet should include and illustration and brief description of each term that is represented. The following terms must be included: Conduction, Convection, Radiation, Greenhouse Effect, Global Warming. Radiation Balance can be included as a bonus link between the Greenhouse Effect and Global Warming.
Pamplets are due: Before the quiz tomorrow.
Pamplets are due: Before the quiz tomorrow.
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There is a quiz on the "Energy in the Atmosphere" scheduled for tomorrow. Students should use class notes, texts, and vocabulary to prepare. There is also a Quizlet set posted to clarify key terms relating to the "Atmosphere". The pamphlet activity (completed by tomorrow before the quiz) is an excellent application of this content.
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Class Notes - The Greenhouse Effect and Global Warming/WKST - The Greenhouse Effect
Students will identify the difference and the link (radiation balance) between the greenhouse effect and global warming. Students will also complete a WKST that is attached to the outline as a way to reinforce the concepts.
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There is a quiz on the "Energy in the Atmosphere" scheduled for Friday. Students should use class notes, texts, and vocabulary to prepare. There is also a Quizlet set posted to clarify key terms relating to the "Atmosphere". The pamphlet activity (completed by Friday) is an excellent application of this content.
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Class Notes - Energy Transfer in the Atmosphere
Students will identify and describe how energy is transferred to and through our atmosphere. Students will also complete a diagram of a convection cell to illustrate the way that the air moves due to the gain/loss of heat energy.
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There is a quiz on the "Energy in the Atmosphere" scheduled for Friday. Students should use class notes, texts, and vocabulary to prepare. There is also a Quizlet set posted to clarify key terms relating to the "Atmosphere". The pamphlet activity (completed by Friday) is an excellent application of this content.
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A3000
Students worked on district mandated A3000 activities. All articles were selected and assigned to supplement the topics that have been or will be covered in class.
Today's article: A Warmer World
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Directed Reading A - Chapter 15 Section 2
Students will read Chapter 15 Section 2 in the textbook and complete the attached worksheet. All questions are text dependent. Students must complete, check, and correct their work before the end of class.
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There is a quiz on the "Energy in the Atmosphere" scheduled for Friday. Students should use class notes, texts, and vocabulary to prepare. There is also a Quizlet set posted to clarify key terms relating to the "Atmosphere". The pamphlet activity (completed by Friday) is an excellent application of this content.
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eScience - Think, Read, Review
Students will complete the assigned eScience activity. Unit 4 Chapter 1 Lesson 2 & 3 (Heating the Atmosphere & Greenhouse Gases and the Ozone Layer). Students will complete the "Think," "Read," and "Review."
All work should be completed by the beginning of class on Monday.
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Earth's Amazing Atmosphere Lab Activity
Students will create a diagram of Earth's atmosphere. A multi-step procedure will be followed to provide important information about our atmosphere.
Students will also need to provide information relating to the temperature and pressure of each layer (this information may be researched in the textbook or the ScienceSaurus provided in class).
Due by: Friday (5/4)
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STUDY
There is a quiz on the "Atmosphere" scheduled for tomorrow. Students should use class notes, texts, and vocabulary to prepare. There is also a Quizlet set posted to clarify key terms relating to the "Atmosphere".
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Earth's Amazing Atmosphere Lab Activity
Students will create a diagram of Earth's atmosphere. A multi-step procedure will be followed to provide important information about our atmosphere.
Students will also need to provide information relating to the temperature and pressure of each layer (this information may be researched in the textbook or the ScienceSaurus provided in class).
Due by: Friday (5/4)
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There is a quiz on the "Atmosphere" scheduled for Thursday. Students should use class notes, texts, and vocabulary to prepare. There is also a Quizlet set posted to clarify key terms relating to the "Atmosphere".
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Class Notes - Layers of the Atmosphere
Students will identify and define the layers of Earth's atmosphere.
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WKST - Layers of the Atmosphere (Figure A)
Students will complete a figure analysis of a diagram of the atmosphere.
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There is a quiz on the "Atmosphere" scheduled for Thursday. Students should use class notes, texts, and vocabulary to prepare. There is also a Quizlet set posted to clarify key terms relating to the "Atmosphere".
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Class Notes - Atmospheric Pressure and Temperature
Students will identify and describe how altitude and temperature affect air density. They will also identify and describe the relationship between air density and air pressure.
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Thought Question - Air Temperature vs Air Pressure
Students will complete the question on the back of today's outline to establish the relationship between temperature (and density) and pressure.
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There is a quiz on the "Atmosphere" scheduled for next Thursday. Students should use class notes, texts, and vocabulary to prepare. There is also a Quizlet set posted to clarify key terms relating to the "Atmosphere".
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Air Temperature and Density Lab Activity
Students explored the relationship between air temperature and density. Students must complete the lab activity (if needed).
Due: (no later than) the beginning of class Monday
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Directed Reading A - Chapter 15 Section 1
Students will read Chapter 15 Section 1 in the textbook and complete the attached worksheet. All questions are text dependent. Students must complete, check, and correct their work before the end of class.
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There is a quiz on the "Atmosphere" scheduled for next Thursday. Students should use class notes, texts, and vocabulary to prepare. There is also a Quizlet set posted to clarify key terms relating to the "Atmosphere".
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Class Notes - Composition of the Atmosphere
Students will identify the composition of Earth's atmosphere and describe how it supports and protects life on Earth. Students will also create a bar graph to represent the percentage of each main component.
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Define and Explain: Density
Students will define density. They will also provide an example of the term that shows an understanding of the concept.
Due: Friday (as a preparation for the lab activity)
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Atmosphere Vocabulary
Students will "book" define content specific vocabulary terms that relate to the study of our atmosphere.
Due: Thursday 4/26
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Atmosphere Vocabulary
Students will "book" define content specific vocabulary terms that relate to the study of our atmosphere.
Due: Thursday 4/26
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No Homework
Students completed an assessment on their understanding of the planets in our solar system and how our understanding of the solar system has changed over time.
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There is a quiz on the "Solar System" scheduled for Monday. Students should use class notes, texts, and vocabulary to prepare. There is also a Quizlet set posted to clarify key terms relating to "Solar System".
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No Homework
Students completed the district mandated Common Assessment.
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There is a quiz on the "Solar System" scheduled for Monday. Students should use class notes, texts, and vocabulary to prepare. There is also a Quizlet set posted to clarify key terms relating to "Solar System".
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CA #3 - Study Guide
The attached is the BOE approved "study guide" for the upcoming Common Assessment. It is recommended that students review all class notes and content specific vocabulary terms. The CA covers all content covered during marking period 3.
The CA is scheduled for 4/19.
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CA #3 - Study Guide
The attached is the BOE approved "study guide" for the upcoming Common Assessment. It is recommended that students review all class notes and content specific vocabulary terms. The CA covers all content covered during marking period 3.
The CA is scheduled for 4/19.
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Class Notes - Planetary Motion
Students will identify how our view of the solar system has changed over time. They will also identify the contributions of astronomers who helped shape our understanding of how planets move.
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Read and Respond - Early Astronomers
Students will read Chapter 18 Section 1 in the textbook. After reading (and outlining) the text, they will respond to the prompt via the Google Classroom. All responses must be submitted by the end of the day.
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Class Notes - Outlining a Text
Students will read Chapter 18 Section 1 in the textbook. The main idea of each subheading will be outlined to help prepare for class discussion. It will be important to identify the contributions of each astronomer.
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CA #3 - Study Guide
The attached is the BOE approved "study guide" for the upcoming Common Assessment. It is recommended that students review all class notes and content specific vocabulary terms. The CA covers all content covered during marking period 3.
The CA is scheduled for 4/19.
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Class Notes - Planets
Students will identify characteristics of each planet in our solar system. Students will also compare and contrast the different groups of planets.
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CA #3 - Study Guide
The attached is the BOE approved "study guide" for the upcoming Common Assessment. It is recommended that students review all class notes and content specific vocabulary terms. The CA covers all content covered during marking period 3.
The CA is scheduled for 4/19.
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Planetary Portfolio (Complete)
Students can use the attached sheet to complete their own portfolio of facts. They will be able to use their completed portfolio as an advantage on the next quiz.
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Planetary Portfolio (Complete)
Students can use the attached sheet to complete their own portfolio of facts. They will be able to use their completed portfolio as an advantage on the next quiz.
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Class Notes - Planets
Students will identify characteristics of each planet in our solar system. Students will also compare and contrast the different groups of planets.
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CA #3 - Study Guide
The attached is the BOE approved "study guide" for the upcoming Common Assessment. It is recommended that students review all class notes and content specific vocabulary terms. The CA covers all content covered during marking period 3.
The CA is scheduled for 4/19.
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Planetary Portfolio
Students took part in a Planet Fact Trading Game. The attached sheet will become their portfolio of facts that can be used on the next quiz.
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3 Differences with EVIDENCE - I v O
Students will use the facts from their portfolio to compare and contrast the Inner and Outer planets. Students will need to provide evidence from their data tables to support their claims.
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CA #3 - Study Guide
The attached is the BOE approved "study guide" for the upcoming Common Assessment. It is recommended that students review all class notes and content specific vocabulary terms. The CA covers all content covered during marking period 3.
The CA is scheduled for 4/19.
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Quiz signed and returned
A parent/guardian must sign the test/quiz
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Planetary Portfolio
Students took part in a Planet Fact Trading Game. The attached sheet will become their portfolio of facts that can be used on the next quiz.
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CA #3 - Study Guide
The attached is the BOE approved "study guide" for the upcoming Common Assessment. It is recommended that students review all class notes and content specific vocabulary terms. The CA covers all content covered during marking period 3.
The CA is scheduled for 4/19.
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CA #3 - Study Guide
The attached is the BOE approved "study guide" for the upcoming Common Assessment. It is recommended that students review all class notes and content specific vocabulary terms. The CA covers all content covered during marking period 3.
The CA is scheduled for 4/19.
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No Homework
Students reviewed and modeled the formation of the solar system. Students completed and concept map and modeled the idea using sugar and the "pull of gravity".
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Field Trip - A Wrinkle in Time
Students will work in their homerooms to prepare and debate the logistics and merits of time travel. They will also travel to Freehold for a "Wrinkle in Time"
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Solar System "Storyboards"
Students will illustrate the formation of the solar system according to the "6 Simple Steps." All "boards" should be captions and key words should be illustrated and described.
Due: after Spring Break
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Solar System "Storyboards"
Students will illustrate the formation of the solar system according to the "6 Simple Steps." All "boards" should be captions and key words should be illustrated and described.
Due: after Spring Break
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Class Notes - Formation of the Solar System
Students will identify (and simplify) the steps and sequence of events that helped form the solar system.
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Formation of the Solar System Explanation
Students will describe the formation of the solar system. Content specific vocabulary words should be used and defined. Think: RASI
This "essay" can be used to develop the "Storyboards" for tomorrow's activity.
This "essay" can be used to develop the "Storyboards" for tomorrow's activity.
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Active Reading (Outlining) - Formation of the Solar System
Students will read Chapter 20 Section 1. During their reading they will create an outline that identifies the main ideas of each subheading. These outlines will prepare them for the "Puzzle Worksheet" that is to be completed for independent practice.
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WKST - Puzzlers - Formation of the Solar System
Students will read Chapter 20 Section 1 and use the information to help complete the attached worksheet. Directions must be followed correctly for complete credit.
THIS IS A CHALLENGE - READ CAREFULLY!
1. READ Chapter 20 Section 1 in the textbook. This will familiarize you with the concept of how our solar system originated. You need to make an outline/take notes while you read. You need to complete these notes before you move to step 2.
2. Using information from the text that you read and prior knowledge, COMPLETE the independent practice worksheet.
3. ALL work used in the math calculations should
be completed on the back of the worksheet.
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A3000
Students worked on district mandated A3000 activities. All articles were selected and assigned to supplement the topics that have been or will be covered in class.
Today's articles: The Moon, Then and Now
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Solar System Vocabulary
Students will use the textbook to provide "book" definitions for key content specific vocabulary words that will help prepare them for the solar system unit.
ALL terms must be defined by Monday (3/26).
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STUDY
There is a quiz on "Earth's Moon" scheduled for Monday. Students should use class notes, texts, lab activities, and vocabulary to prepare. There is also a Quizlet set posted to clarify key terms relating to "Earth Moon System".
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Solar System Vocabulary
Students will use the textbook to provide "book" definitions for key content specific vocabulary words that will help prepare them for the solar system unit.
ALL terms must be defined by Monday (3/26).
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There is a quiz on "Earth's Moon" scheduled for Monday. Students should use class notes, texts, lab activities, and vocabulary to prepare. There is also a Quizlet set posted to clarify key terms relating to "Earth Moon System".
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There is a quiz on "Earth's Moon" scheduled for Monday. Students should use class notes, texts, lab activities, and vocabulary to prepare. There is also a Quizlet set posted to clarify key terms relating to "Earth Moon System".
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Solar System Vocabulary
Students will use the textbook to provide "book" definitions for key content specific vocabulary words that will help prepare them for the solar system unit.
ALL terms must be defined by Monday 3/26
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Class Notes
Students identified and described the causes of the tides that can be observed due to the moon's movement and alignment with the Earth and the sun.
Students also created a manipulative to help reinforce and explain the concept.
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WKST - Tides
Students will identify and label the different tidal ranges that are observed due to the alignment of the moon, Earth, and sun.
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There is a quiz on "Earth's Moon" scheduled for Thursday. Students should use class notes, texts, lab activities, and vocabulary to prepare. There is also a Quizlet set posted to clarify key terms relating to "Earth Moon System".
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No homework
Students identified and described the different types of eclipses that can be seen due to the moon's movement and alignment with the Earth and the sun.
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Class Notes
Students identified and described the different types of eclipses that can be seen due to the moon's movement and alignment with the Earth and the sun.
The diagrams on the back should represent the placement of the moon and the shadows involved in creating the observed eclipse.
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There is a quiz on "Earth's Moon" scheduled for Thursday. Students should use class notes, texts, lab activities, and vocabulary to prepare. There is also a Quizlet set posted to clarify key terms relating to "Earth Moon System".
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Phases of the Moon (and Earth) Lab Activity
Students will model the moons movements and record information regarding to the phases of the moon that we experience from Earth (as well as the phases of the Earth that we'd be able to see from the moon!).
Time will be given during class Thursday and Friday to complete the activity.
Time will be given during class Thursday and Friday to complete the activity.
All labs are due by the end of class Friday.
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There is a quiz on "Earth's Moon" scheduled for next week. Students should use class notes, texts, lab activities, and vocabulary to prepare. There is also a Quizlet set posted to clarify key terms relating to "Earth Moon System".
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Phases of the Moon (and Earth) Lab Activity
Students will model the moons movements and record information regarding to the phases of the moon that we experience from Earth (as well as the phases of the Earth that we'd be able to see from the moon!).
Time will be given during class Thursday and Friday to complete the activity.
Time will be given during class Thursday and Friday to complete the activity.
All labs are due by the end of class Friday.
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WKST - Phases of the Moon
Students will identify and label the different phases of the moon.
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No Homework - Conflict Managers Presentations
Students were involved in activities that related to perspective and how to apply certain skills to problem solving and social interactions.
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Class Notes - Moon's Movements
Students will identify and describe the movements of Earth's moon.
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Class Note Application - "Cheapy" Diagrams
Students will create a "quick" illustration on the back of their outline that will help visually define the key ideas discussed in class this week.
Terms to include: rotation, axis, revolution, orbit, month, maria, craters, rays, rilles, highlands, period of rotation, period of revolution, perigee, apogee, etc.
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Phases of the Moon - Active Reading
Students will read the passage that was delivered via the Google Classroom and complete the Active Reading document. All work must be submitted before the end of the day Wednesday.
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Lunar Rotation Lab Activity
Students will model and evaluate the moon's movements to determine if the moon rotates on an axis or not. All lab activities are due by the end of class.
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No Homework
Students identified characteristics of Earth's moon and the distinguishing surface features that it has.
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Class Notes - Moon's Characteristics and Surface Features.
Students identified the moon's characteristics and its distinguishing surface features.
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CoGAT Testing
Students will be administered the CoGAT Battery during period 1 classes.
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Creating Craters (...and Evaluating Them, Too!)
Students will create and evaluate impact craters by performing three separate trials. Students will have collect, organize, and evaluate data recorded during each trial. This will be a supplement to the discussion from class that identified impact craters as one of the prominent surface features of the moon.
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CoGAT Testing
Students will be administered the CoGAT Battery during period 1 classes.
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Creating Craters (...and Evaluating Them, Too!)
Students will create and evaluate impact craters by performing three separate trials. Students will have collect, organize, and evaluate data recorded during each trial. This will be a supplement to the discussion from class that identified impact craters as one of the prominent surface features of the moon.
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eScience - Think, Read, Review
Students will complete the assigned eScience activity. Unit 5 Chapter 2 Lesson 2 & 3 (Space Science/Earth, Moon, and Sun/Earth's Moon & Phases, Eclipses, and Tides). Students will complete the "Think," "Read," and "Review."
All work should be completed by the beginning of class on Monday.
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Moon MicroViewer Activity
Students will use the microviewers, packet and slides to answer questions pertaining to our closest neighbor in space - the moon. Students will have time on Monday and Tuesday in class to complete the microviewer activity.
Students will receive "self-check" questions to determine if their answers are focusing on the correct information.
ALL packets/activities should be completed by the end of class on Wednesday
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Moon MicroViewer TEXT Set
The attached text is a copy of the packet that students will use to complete the microviewer activity.
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Daily Daylight Lab Activity
Students will research and record the sunrise and sunset times in our area for one week. Then, they will calculate the amount of daily daylight and darkness for each day. Then, they will analyze this information in light of what they know about "Earth in Space" - evidence from their observations should inform their analysis and "show what they know."
Data collection: Wednesday (2/21) through Tuesday (2/27)
Lab must be submitted through the Google Classroom on Wednesday(2/28)
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Class Notes - How to calculate "daily daylight"
Students can review the attached explanation (from their class notes) to review how to calculate daily daylight. Examples were provided in class. We also recorded the formula used to calculate daily darkness.
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STUDY
There is a quiz on "Earth in Space Vocabulary" scheduled for tomorrow. Students should use class notes, texts, and vocabulary to prepare. There is also a Quizlet set posted to clarify key terms relating to "Earth in Space".
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Moon MicroViewer Activity
Students will use the microviewers, packet and slides to answer questions pertaining to our closest neighbor in space - the moon. Students will have time on Monday and Tuesday in class to complete the microviewer activity.
Students will receive "self-check" questions to determine if their answers are focusing on the correct information.
ALL packets/activities should be completed by the end of class on Wednesday
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Moon MicroViewer TEXT Set
The attached text is a copy of the packet that students will use to complete the microviewer activity.
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Daily Daylight Lab Activity
Students will research and record the sunrise and sunset times in our area for one week. Then, they will calculate the amount of daily daylight and darkness for each day. Then, they will analyze this information in light of what they know about "Earth in Space" - evidence from their observations should inform their analysis and "show what they know."
Data collection: Wednesday (2/21) through Tuesday (2/27)
Lab must be submitted through the Google Classroom on Wednesday(2/28)
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Class Notes - How to calculate "daily daylight"
Students can review the attached explanation (from their class notes) to review how to calculate daily daylight. Examples were provided in class. We also recorded the formula used to calculate daily darkness.
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Daily Daylight Activity - Pacing Suggestion
It is suggested that students complete question 1 and 2 on the lab sheet before class on Monday. They should have 5 days worth of data collects and calculated by Monday (they can certainly use the website to collect all data in advance).
There will be limited time on Wednesday to finalize the activity, so being proactive will help them meet the deadline.
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STUDY
There is a quiz on "Earth in Space Vocabulary" scheduled for Wednesday. Students should use class notes, texts, and vocabulary to prepare. There is also a Quizlet set posted to clarify key terms relating to "Earth in Space".
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Moon MicroViewer Activity
Students will use the microviewers, packet and slides to answer questions pertaining to our closest neighbor in space - the moon. Students will have time on Monday and Tuesday in class to complete the microviewer activity.
Students will receive "self-check" questions to determine if their answers are focusing on the correct information.
ALL packets/activities should be completed by the end of class on Wednesday
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Moon MicroViewer TEXT Set
The attached text is a copy of the packet that students will use to complete the microviewer activity.
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Quiz signed and returned
A parent/guardian must sign the test/quiz
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Daily Daylight Lab Activity
Students will research and record the sunrise and sunset times in our area for one week. Then, they will calculate the amount of daily daylight and darkness for each day. Then, they will analyze this information in light of what they know about "Earth in Space" - evidence from their observations should inform their analysis and "show what they know."
Data collection: Wednesday (2/21) through Tuesday (2/27)
Lab must be submitted through the Google Classroom on Wednesday(2/28)
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Class Notes - How to calculate "daily daylight"
Students can review the attached explanation (from their class notes) to review how to calculate daily daylight. Examples were provided in class. We also recorded the formula used to calculate daily darkness.
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Daily Daylight Activity - Pacing Suggestion
It is suggested that students complete question 1 and 2 on the lab sheet before class on Monday. They should have 5 days worth of data collects and calculated by Monday (they can certainly use the website to collect all data in advance).
There will be limited time on Wednesday to finalize the activity, so being proactive will help them meet the deadline.
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STUDY
There is a quiz on "Earth in Space Vocabulary" scheduled for Wednesday. Students should use class notes, texts, and vocabulary to prepare. There is also a Quizlet set posted to clarify key terms relating to "Earth in Space".
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STUDY
There is a quiz on "Earth in Space" scheduled for tomorrow. Topics will include the movements of Earth and what we experience because of them. Students should use class notes, texts, and vocabulary to prepare. There is also a Quizlet set posted to clarify key terms relating to "Earth in Space".
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Daily Daylight Lab Activity
Students will research and record the sunrise and sunset times in our area for one week. Then, they will calculate the amount of daily daylight and darkness for each day. Then, they will analyze this information in light of what they know about "Earth in Space" - evidence from their observations should inform their analysis and "show what they know."
Data collection: Wednesday (2/21) through Tuesday (2/27)
Lab must be submitted through the Google Classroom on Wednesday(2/28)
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Class Notes - How to calculate "daily daylight"
Students can review the attached explanation (from their class notes) to review how to calculate daily daylight. Examples were provided in class. We also recorded the formula used to calculate daily darkness.
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Daily Daylight Lab Activity
Students will research and record the sunrise and sunset times in our area for one week. Then, they will calculate the amount of daily daylight and darkness for each day. Then, they will analyze this information in light of what they know about "Earth in Space" - evidence from their observations should inform their analysis and "show what they know."
Data collection: Wednesday (2/21) through Tuesday (2/27)
Lab must be submitted through the Google Classroom on Wednesday(2/28)
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STUDY
There is a quiz on "Earth in Space" scheduled for Friday. Topics will include the movements of Earth and what we experience because of them. Students should use class notes, texts, and vocabulary to prepare. There is also a Quizlet set posted to clarify key terms relating to "Earth in Space".
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Class Notes - How to calculate "daily daylight"
Students can review the attached explanation (from their class notes) to review how to calculate daily daylight. Examples were provided in class. We also recorded the formula used to calculate daily darkness.
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Place/Date Activity
Students will create an illustration of Earth in space on today's date. Special focus will be placed on the tilt of Earth's axis and the distribution of the sun's rays. Questions will be answered that help analyze the facts discussed and represented by their illustrations.
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STUDY
There is a quiz on "Earth in Space" scheduled for Friday. Topics will include the movements of Earth and what we experience because of them. Students should use class notes, texts, and vocabulary to prepare. There is also a Quizlet set posted to clarify key terms relating to "Earth in Space".
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Class Note Application - "Cheapy" Diagrams
Students will create a "quick" illustration on the back of their packet that will help visually define the key ideas discussed in class this week.
Terms to include: rotation, axis, revolution, orbit, day, night, year, period of rotation, period of revolution, perihelion, aphelion, seasons, etc.
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STUDY
There is a quiz on "Earth in Space" scheduled for next week. Topics will include the movements of Earth and what we experience because of them. Students should use class notes, texts, and vocabulary to prepare. There is also a Quizlet set posted to clarify key terms relating to "Earth in Space".
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Class Notes - Seasons
Students will identify the cause of Earth's seasons. Special focus will be placed on how the position of Earth in space creates the seasonal change that we experience.
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STUDY
There is a quiz on "Earth in Space" scheduled for next week. Topics will include the movements of Earth and what we experience because of them. Students should use class notes, texts, and vocabulary to prepare. There is also a Quizlet set posted to clarify key terms relating to "Earth in Space".
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Class Notes - Earth's Revolution
Students will identify the movement of Earth in space. Special focus will be placed on the revolution of Earth and effects of this motion.
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Thought Question - Earth's Movements vs Seasons
"How do Earth's movements help create the seasonal change that we experience?" Students should answer the question in complete sentences with evidence to support the answer. Think: RASI
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"Why does Earth bulge at the equator?" Lab Activity
Students will observe a high speed rotating apparatus to help identify the cause of Earth's "almost spherical" shape. All analysis will be due Tuesday.
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Class Notes - Earth's Rotation
Students will identify the movement of Earth in space. Special focus will be placed on the rotation of Earth and effects of this motion.
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WKST - Earth's Statistics
Students will complete the following worksheet to identify and interpret statistical information relating to Earth in space.
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eScience - Think, Read, Review
Students will complete the assigned eScience activity. Unit 5 Chapter 2 Lesson 1 (Space Science/Earth, Moon, and Sun/Earth's Rotation). Students will complete the "Think," "Read," and "Review."
All work should be completed by the end of class.
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Earth-Moon System Vocabulary
Students will use textbook resources to identify and define all of the content specific vocabulary words that will be needed to begin our next unit: The Earth-Moon System. Students have class time on Wednesday and Thursday to complete the activity.
Due: Thursday 2/8 by the end of class.
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A3000
Students worked on district mandated A3000 activities. All articles were selected and assigned to supplement the topics that have been or will be covered in class.
Today's articles: Earth from Above
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Earth-Moon System Vocabulary
Students will use textbook resources to identify and define all of the content specific vocabulary words that will be needed to begin our next unit: The Earth-Moon System. Students have class time on Wednesday and Thursday to complete the activity.
Due: Thursday 2/8 by the end of class.
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Class Notes - Solstice Celebration
Before break, students discussed the cause of seasons. The attached is a copy of the notes that they copied during that class session.
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Snack Tectonics Activity
Students will create models of the different type of tectonic plate boundaries. This lab activity will be our final look at the theory of plate tectonics. A document has been shared via the Google Classroom. The "thought questions" on the document will be completed and submitted before class ends on Tuesday.
Monday - making the models/Tuesday - completing the lab and submitted their analysis via Google Classroom.
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Snack Tectonics Activity
Students will create models of the different type of tectonic plate boundaries. This lab activity will be our final look at the theory of plate tectonics. A document has been shared via the Google Classroom. The "thought questions" on the document will be completed and submitted before class ends on Tuesday.
Monday - making the models/Tuesday - completing the lab and submitted their analysis via Google Classroom.
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The President Wants You - Plate Tectonic Research Activity - EVALUATION
Students will use the document provided via the Google Classroom to complete a culminating plate tectonics research activity. They will collect, record, plot, and analyze data relating to the most recent earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. They will then make connections between their data and the theory of plate tectonics. The final step is to write a letter to the President that informs him of the importance of scientific evidence and the nature of plate tectonics.
TODAY: STEP 5 (complete and submit the "letter" - present their findings to Congress).
ALL PROJECTS MUST BE SUBMITTED TODAY.
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Letter to President - Congress Rubric
Students will form a Congress to evaluate their peers' work. The following rubric will be used to help score each letter as a final piece of the evaluation.
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The President Wants You - Plate Tectonic Research Activity - DAY 3
Students will use the document provided via the Google Classroom to complete a culminating plate tectonics research activity. They will collect, record, plot, and analyze data relating to the most recent earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. They will then make connections between their data and the theory of plate tectonics. The final step is to write a letter to the President that informs him of the importance of scientific evidence and the nature of plate tectonics.
TODAY: STEP 3, 4, and 5 (analyze data, make connections, and begin to formulate the "letter").
This is the last day to work in class. ALL work must be ready to submit and evaluate tomorrow.
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Letter to President - Congress Rubric
Students will form a Congress to evaluate their peers' work. The following rubric will be used to help score each letter as a final piece of the evaluation.
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Map of Tectonic Plate Boundaries
The attached map (included in the packet from Google Classroom) will be used to compare their "activity" data. Students should be able to identify and describe the different types of boundaries where their plotted earthquakes and volcanoes take place.
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The President Wants You - Plate Tectonic Research Activity - DAY 2
Students will use the document provided via the Google Classroom to complete a culminating plate tectonics research activity. They will collect, record, plot, and analyze data relating to the most recent earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. They will then make connections between their data and the theory of plate tectonics. The final step is to write a letter to the President that informs him of the importance of scientific evidence and the nature of plate tectonics.
TODAY: STEP 2 and 3 (plot and analyze data).
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Map of Tectonic Plate Boundaries
The attached map (included in the packet from Google Classroom) will be used to compare their "activity" data. Students should be able to identify and describe the different types of boundaries where their plotted earthquakes and volcanoes take place.
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The President Wants You - Plate Tectonic Research Activity - DAY 1
Students will use the document provided via the Google Classroom to complete a culminating plate tectonics research activity. They will collect, record, plot, and analyze data relating to the most recent earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. They will then make connections between their data and the theory of plate tectonics. The final step is to write a letter to the President that informs him of the importance of scientific evidence and the nature of plate tectonics.
TODAY: STEP 1 (collect and record data).
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The President Wants You - Plate Tectonic Research Activity - PRE-LAB PREP
Students will use the document provided via the Google Classroom to complete a culminating plate tectonics research activity. They will collect, record, plot, and analyze data relating to the most recent earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. They will then make connections between their data and the theory of plate tectonics. The final step is to write a letter to the President that informs him of the importance of scientific evidence and the nature of plate tectonics.
TODAY: pre-lab prep (we familiarized ourselves with the activity and asked questions to set the stage for tomorrow's work).
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A3000
Students worked on district mandated A3000 activities. All articles were selected and assigned to supplement the topics that have been or will be covered in class.
Today's articles: More Earthquakes? No. More People? Yes.
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No Homework
Students took the district mandated common assessment for the 2 marking period.
Students also submitted the CDT Essay - Final Statement.
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CA #2 - Study Guide
The attached is the BOE approved "study guide" for the upcoming Common Assessment. It is recommended that students review all class notes and content specific vocabulary terms. The CA covers all content covered during marking period 2.
The CA is scheduled for 1/25.
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CDT Essay - "Final Statement"
Students will follow the directions on the attached sheet to publish and present a "final statement" on the CDT. This essay was previously edited and revised during class time. This activity will help them review and prepare for the "extended constructed response" on the upcoming CA.
The printed hard copy is due January 25 to coincide with the CA.
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CA #2 - Study Guide
The attached is the BOE approved "study guide" for the upcoming Common Assessment. It is recommended that students review all class notes and content specific vocabulary terms. The CA covers all content covered during marking period 2.
The CA is scheduled for 1/25.
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CDT Essay - "Final Statement"
Students will follow the directions on the attached sheet to publish and present a "final statement" on the CDT. This essay was previously edited and revised during class time. This activity will help them review and prepare for the "extended constructed response" on the upcoming CA.
The printed hard copy is due January 25 to coincide with the CA.
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Class Notes - Plate Tectonics and GPS
Students will evaluate a non-fiction text. They will use various reading strategies to identify how scientists can use modern technology to track tectonic plate movement.
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CA #2 - Study Guide
The attached is the BOE approved "study guide" for the upcoming Common Assessment. It is recommended that students review all class notes and content specific vocabulary terms. The CA covers all content covered during marking period 2.
The CA is scheduled for 1/25.
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CDT Essay - "Final Statement"
Students will follow the directions on the attached sheet to publish and present a "final statement" on the CDT. This essay was previously edited and revised during class time. This activity will help them review and prepare for the "extended constructed response" on the upcoming CA.
The printed hard copy is due January 25 to coincide with the CA.
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Class Notes - Plate Tectonics and Boundaries
Students will identify the different types of tectonic plate boundaries and the features that form due to the interaction of plates along them. Students should provide examples of where these boundaries can be found.
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CA #2 - Study Guide
The attached is the BOE approved "study guide" for the upcoming Common Assessment. It is recommended that students review all class notes and content specific vocabulary terms. The CA covers all content covered during marking period 2.
The CA is scheduled for 1/25.
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Class Notes - Plate Tectonics and Convection
Students will identify the forces behind the movement of tectonic plates. They will observe how Earth's internal heat drive the movement of the asthenosphere leading to the movement of tectonic plates.
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CDT Essay - "Final Statement"
Students will follow the directions on the attached sheet to publish and present a "final statement" on the CDT. This essay was previously edited and revised during class time. This activity will help them review and prepare for the "extended constructed response" on the upcoming CA.
The printed hard copy is due January 25 to coincide with the CA.
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CA #2 - Study Guide
The attached is the BOE approved "study guide" for the upcoming Common Assessment. It is recommended that students review all class notes and content specific vocabulary terms. The CA covers all content covered during marking period 2.
The CA is scheduled for 1/25.
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Class Notes - Directed Reading A (The Theory of Plate Tectonics)
Students will read the assigned pages in the textbook. They will answer the questions on the worksheet based on the text. As a strategy, students will underline or highlight "key words" in each question or statement.
All work must be completed, checked, and corrected before class tomorrow.
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CDT Essay - "Final Statement"
Students will follow the directions on the attached sheet to publish and present a "final statement" on the CDT. This essay was previously edited and revised during class time. This activity will help them review and prepare for the "extended constructed response" on the upcoming CA.
The printed hard copy is due January 25 to coincide with the CA.
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CA #2 - Study Guide
The attached is the BOE approved "study guide" for the upcoming Common Assessment. It is recommended that students review all class notes and content specific vocabulary terms. The CA covers all content covered during marking period 2.
The CA is scheduled for 1/25.
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"What happens at a divergent boundary?" - Sea-floor Spreading Lab Activity
Students will model Hess's idea of Sea-floor Spreading. They will evaluate the model based on prior class discussions, class notes, and texts that have been read.
All lab activities must be handed in by the beginning of class tomorrow.
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Class Notes - Sea-Floor Spreading and Supporting Evidence
Students will outline the major details of Hess's sea-floor spreading explanation and evidence that supports the process. This idea (and evidence) will be modeled in an upcoming lab activity.
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CA #2 - Study Guide
The attached is the BOE approved "study guide" for the upcoming Common Assessment. It is recommended that students review all class notes and content specific vocabulary terms. The CA covers all content covered during marking period 2.
The CA is scheduled for 1/25.
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Test signed and returned
A parent/guardian must sign the test/quiz.
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Thought Question - Sea-floor Spreading vs. CDT RASI
Students should answer the following question with evidence from the texts, class notes, and past discussions. All responses should be in the student notebook for review.
How does sea-floor spreading support the continental drift hypothesis?
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CA #2 - Study Guide
The attached is the BOE approved "study guide" for the upcoming Common Assessment. It is recommended that students review all class notes and content specific vocabulary terms. The CA covers all content covered during marking period 2.
The CA is scheduled for 1/25.
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How the Continents Move - Reading Activity Packet
Students will complete the following pack in preparation for the upcoming lab activities and class discussions. The attached text reinforces concepts that were introduced during the study of CDT.
All packets must be completed by class on Friday. Be sure to read all directions, complete all tasks, and answer all questions based on evidence from the text.
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SONAR Lab Activity
Students will explore the SONAR technology that is used to measure ocean depth and explore features below the surface of the water. The activity will allow them to make calculations, record data, and plot data to create a profile of the sea-floor.
All labs should be completed by the end of class.
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CA #2 - Study Guide
The attached is the BOE approved "study guide" for the upcoming Common Assessment. It is recommended that students review all class notes and content specific vocabulary terms. The CA covers all content covered during marking period 2.
The CA is scheduled for 1/25.
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How the Continents Move - Reading Activity Packet
Students will complete the following pack in preparation for the upcoming lab activities and class discussions. The attached text reinforces concepts that were introduced during the study of CDT.
All packets must be completed by class on Friday. Be sure to read all directions, complete all tasks, and answer all questions based on evidence from the text.
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Sounding Lab Activity
Students will explore the sounding method that was once used to measure ocean depth. The activity will allow them to measure, collect data, record data, and plot data to create a profile of the sea-floor.
All labs should be completed by the end of class.
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How the Continents Move - Reading Activity Packet
Students will complete the following pack in preparation for the upcoming lab activities and class discussions. The attached text reinforces concepts that were introduced during the study of CDT.
All packets must be completed by class on Friday. Be sure to read all directions, complete all tasks, and answer all questions based on evidence from the text.
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Reuniting Pangaea/Analyzing Evidence Activity
Students will follow multi-step directions to recreate a poster of Pangaea. They will answer questions based on their recreation. They will also analyze statements to determine if they are evidence to support the continental drift hypothesis.
All pieces should be "prepped" before coming to class on Monday. Students have two days to complete the activity - Wednesday was for prep and introduction/Monday for completion and evaluation.
All projects are due by the end of class Monday (due to a snow closure on Thursday/Friday).
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STUDY
There is a quiz on CDT scheduled for this week. Topics will include the CDT and the evidence found to support the idea. Students should use class notes, texts, MV activity and evidence maps to prepare. There is also a Quizlet set posted to clarify key terms relating to CDT.
Quiz is Tuesday (due to a snow closure on Thursday/Friday)
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Reuniting Pangaea/Analyzing Evidence Activity
Students will follow multi-step directions to recreate a poster of Pangaea. They will answer questions based on their recreation. They will also analyze statements to determine if they are evidence to support the continental drift hypothesis.
All pieces should be "prepped" before coming to class on Monday. Students have two days to complete the activity - Wednesday was for prep and introduction/Monday for completion and evaluation.
All projects are due by the end of class Monday (due to a snow closure on Thursday/Friday).
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STUDY
There is a quiz on CDT scheduled for this week. Topics will include the CDT and the evidence found to support the idea. Students should use class notes, texts, MV activity and evidence maps to prepare. There is also a Quizlet set posted to clarify key terms relating to CDT.
Quiz is Tuesday (due to a snow closure on Thursday/Friday)
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STUDY
There is a quiz on CDT scheduled for this week. Topics will include the CDT and the evidence found to support the idea. Students should use class notes, texts, MV activity and evidence maps to prepare. There is also a Quizlet set posted to clarify key terms relating to CDT.
Quiz is Monday (due to a snow closure on Thursday)
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Reuniting Pangaea/Analyzing Evidence Activity
Students will follow multi-step directions to recreate a poster of Pangaea. They will answer questions based on their recreation. They will also analyze statements to determine if they are evidence to support the continental drift hypothesis.
All pieces should be "prepped" before coming to class on Friday. Students have two days to complete the activity - Wednesday was for prep and introduction/Friday for completion and evaluation.
All projects are due by the end of class Friday (due to a snow closure on Thursday).
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STUDY
There is a quiz on CDT scheduled for this week. Topics will include the CDT and the evidence found to support the idea. Students should use class notes, texts, MV activity and evidence maps to prepare. There is also a Quizlet set posted to clarify key terms relating to CDT.
Quiz is Friday (on Monday if there is a snow closure on Thursday)
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Reuniting Pangaea/Analyzing Evidence Activity
Students will follow multi-step directions to recreate a poster of Pangaea. They will answer questions based on their recreation. They will also analyze statements to determine if they are evidence to support the continental drift hypothesis.
All pieces should be "prepped" before coming to class on Thursday. Students have two days to complete the activity.
All projects are due by the end of class Thursday (or Friday if there is a snow closure on Thursday).
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STUDY
There is a quiz on CDT scheduled for this week. Topics will include the CDT and the evidence found to support the idea. Students should use class notes, texts, MV activity and evidence maps to prepare. There is also a Quizlet set posted to clarify key terms relating to CDT.
Quiz is Friday (on Monday if there is a snow closure on Thursday)
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Winter Challenge - Team-Based Activity
Students will participate in a "winter" challenge. All activities will be geared toward the "season." Students will work with their homerooms to cycle through various supplemental activities. There will also be a Marking Period 1 awards assembly.
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There is a quiz on CDT scheduled for the week after winter recess. Topics will include the CDT and the evidence found to support the idea. Students should use class notes, texts, MV activity and evidence maps to prepare. There is also a Quizlet set posted to clarify key terms relating to CDT.
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CDT - Hypothesis and Evidence Essay
Students must complete a written explanation of the CDT. The essay must explain the idea and provide evidence that supports the idea. Students may use any resource that they need to help complete the written exercise.
Essay due: 1/2/18
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Solstice Celebration - Class Activity
Students will take part in activities that help explain the "reason for the seasons." These activities will be covered in more detail when we begin our "Earth in Space" unit.
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STUDY
There is a quiz on CDT scheduled for the week after winter recess. Topics will include the CDT and the evidence found to support the idea. Students should use class notes, texts, MV activity and evidence maps to prepare. There is also a Quizlet set posted to clarify key terms relating to CDT.
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CDT - Mapping the Evidence
Students will use various resources to identify where different types of evidence have been found to support the CDT
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CDT - Hypothesis and Evidence Essay
Students must complete a written explanation of the CDT. The essay must explain the idea and provide evidence that supports the idea. Students may use any resource that they need to help complete the written exercise.
Essay due: 1/2/18
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STUDY
There is a quiz on CDT scheduled for the week after winter recess. Topics will include the CDT and the evidence found to support the idea. Students should use class notes, texts, MV activity and evidence maps to prepare. There is also a Quizlet set posted to clarify key terms relating to CDT.
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No homework
Students used various texts to identify and explain evidence that supports the CDT.
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Class Notes - Evidence to Support CDT
Students used various texts to identify and explain evidence that supports the CDT.
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Plate Tectonics Through the Microscope - Micro Viewer Activity
Students will read a text supplied in class and observe samples of evidence via microviewers. The worksheet provided in class will help them record information relating to the evidence that supports CDT.
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Plate Tectonics Through the Microscope - TEXT Set 307
The attached is the text that was used in conjunction with the microviewer activity.
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Test signed and returned
A parent/guardian must sign the test/quiz.
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Plate Tectonics Through the Microscope - Micro Viewer Activity
Students will read a text supplied in class and observe samples of evidence via microviewers. The worksheet provided in class will help them record information relating to the evidence that supports CDT.
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Plate Tectonics Through the Microscope - TEXT Set 307
The attached is the text that was used in conjunction with the microviewer activity.
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Class Notes - CDT and Break-up of Pangaea
Students will outline the main point of Wegener's hypothesis of Continental Drift and create a "mind map" of the Break-up of Pangaea.
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WKST - The Continental Drift Theory
Students will read the attached passage and complete the questions based on their reading.
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WKST - A Revolutionary Idea - Reading Activity
Students will read the attached passage and complete the tasks to gain an understanding of Wegener's hypothesis of Continental Drift. All questions should be answered by citing specific textual evidence.
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TEST TODAY
Students took an assessment that demonstrated their understanding of Earth's History.
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STUDY
There is a test scheduled for tomorrow on Earth's History. Topics covered are fossils, GST (in depth), and Uniformitarianism vs Catastrophism.
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eScience
Students must complete the "Think", "Read", and "Review" for the following lessons:
Unit 2 Chapter 4 Lesson 3
Unit 2 Chapter 1 Lesson 2
Completion of all required parts will be scored as IP. The "Review" will be scored as OP
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eScience
Students must complete the "Think", "Read", and "Review" for the following lessons:
Unit 2 Chapter 4 Lesson 1
Unit 2 Chapter 4 Lesson 2
Completion of all required parts will be scored as IP. The "Review" will be scored as OP
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A3000
Students worked on district mandated A3000 activities. All articles were selected and assigned to supplement the topics that have been or will be covered in class.
Today's articles: What These Tracks Might Teach Us and A Titanic Task
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No Homework
Students evaluated different views on "change" concerned with not only geologic change, but also biological changes. Time was also spent familiarizing themselves with eScience in preparation for upcoming assignments meant to aid in review for next week's test.
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STUDY
There is a test scheduled for next Tuesday on Earth's history. Topics covered will be fossils, GTS (in depth) and Uniformitariansim vs Catastrophism.
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Class Notes - Uniformiatarianism vs Catastrophism
Students will identify the differences between the two differing views of how geologic change happens. Students will identify examples of processes and events that can cause change under each idea.
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Quiz signed and returned
A parent/guardian must sign the test/quiz
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Active Reading Preview
Students will read Chapter 6 Section 1 (pages 152 - 155). They must identify the differences between uniformitarianism and catastrophism. They must also identify at least 3 scientists that helped shape our understanding of how change on Earth happens.
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WKST - Surface Changes on Earth
Students will complete the worksheet as a way to link previous topics to the upcoming view of how changes happen on Earth.
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STUDY
There is a quiz scheduled for Thursday November 30. The topics covered will be fossils and their relation to the geologic time scale. Students should review their MV packet, class notes, and review sheets. There are also Quizlet sets available to aid in review of key content specific vocabulary terms.
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MNEMONIC Review
Students will complete a study guide that will identify the key terms in geologic time. The review sheet will help prepare them for the upcoming quiz.
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Class Notes - GTS
Students will reread Chapter 6 Section 5 (pages 172 - 177). Using the Directed Reading WKST to guide their understanding, students will identify key events and describe what Earth was like during different eons, eras, periods, and epochs.
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Class Notes - Answer Key
Students reviewed all answers via presentation in class. They may use the attached file to double check their work.
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WKST - The Geologic Time Scale
Students will analyze two separate data tables and answer questions about events that happened during Earth's long history.