Course Title: General Science Grade: Eight
Unit: Science/Scientists/Observation
Skills
Month Presented: September Unit Length (in weeks): 1-2
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Essential Question (s): What makes a person a scientist? To be observant-what needs to be done? What does Science mean to you? |
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Learning Objectives: To understand and use Observation skills To know and understand qualifications of a scientist To understand what a scientist does To be able to define types of science, such as: Physical Science, Physics, Chemistry, Pseudo-Science |
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Skills: Learn Def. of Science What do Scientists do and look like How to observe your surroundings |
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Instructional Strategies & Activities Observation Worksheets Do Various Worksheets Observation Lab- Rocks & Candles Various Demonstrations Film-Bill Nye |
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Materials Utilized: Various Teacher made sheets Film- Bill Nye Candles, Rocks, String, Balance, Rulers, Graduates, Water |
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Assessment Strategies: Quiz on Scientists and Sciences Lab Sheets & Lab Data Recordings |