Download Earth Science Curriculum Unit 1 Maps and Measurements

Subject: Earth Science
Grade: 10
Time Frame to Complete Unit:2 weeks (Sept. 9th – Nov 20th)
(25 periods)
Unit: Maps and Measurements (Introduction to Earth Science; Earth as a system; Models of the Earth)
Teacher: Mr. Bertin
CCLS
NYS Scope and Sequence:
ELA/Literacy:
RST.9-10.1: Cite specific textual evidence to
support analysis of lab exercise.
WHST.9-10.2: Write informative/explanatory texts,
involving the presentation of scientific
procedures/experiments processes.
WHST.9-10.9: Draw evidence from informational
texts to support analysis and reflection.
Mathematics
HSN.Q.A.1: Use units as a way to understand
problems and to guide the solution of multistep
problems; choose and interpret units consistently
in formulas; choose and interpret the scale and the
origin in graphs and data displays.
HSN.Q.A.2: Define appropriate quantities for the
purpose of descriptive modeling and graph reading
and interpretation.
Section/Objectives:
Section 1 Science
Time: 2 sessions
1. Define science and Earth Science
2. Identify the four branches of Earth Science.
Section 2 Galaxies and the Universe
Time: 3 sessions
1. Describe evidence that supports the Big Bang theory.
2. Identify the three main types of galaxies.
3. List several characteristics of the Milky Way Galaxy.
Section 3 Radiation from space
Time: 2 sessions
1. Explain the electromagnetic spectrum.
Section 4 Stars and the Evolution of Stars
Time: 3 sessions
1. Describe how stars are classified?
2. Explain how the temperature of a star relates to its color.
3. Describe how a star evolves.
4. Explain why the Sun is considered an average star in relation to other stars.
Section 5 The Solar System
Time: 2 sessions
1. Compare the Sun-centered and Earth-centered models of the solar system.
2. Describe current models of the formation of the solar system.
Section 6 The Inner and Outer planets
Time: 3 sessions
1. List planets in their relative order from the Sun.
2. Describe important characteristics of planets.
Section 7 Other Objects in the Solar System
Time: 3 sessions
1. Describe where comets come from and how a comet develops as it approaches the Sun.
2. Distinguish among comets and asteroids.
Section 8 Maps
Time: 2 sessions
1. Define latitude and longitude.
2. Explain how latitude and Longitude are used to identify locations on Earth.
3. Determine the time and date in different time zones.
4. Describe features of topographic maps.
Standards to be addressed:
 Analyzation of technical writing, graphs, charts, and diagrams.
 Use observations and data as evidence on which to base scientific explanations.
 Drawing logical conclusions; interpreting data; collecting data and concept mapping.
Desired Results
Students will understand:
Students will know:
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Students will be able to:
 Explain how observed redshift in far away stars provides evidence for the expansion
of the universe and the Big Bang.
 Explain the how uniform cosmic background radiation evidence for the Big Bang.
 Describe how our solar system was formed through accretion due to gravity.
 Provide evidence that the force of gravity is dependent on the mass and distance
between objects.
 Identify patterns from solar system data
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State two evidence for the expansion of the universe.
Interpret latitude and longitude
Read and Interpret features on a topographic maps.
Draw landform profiles.
Essential Questions:
 1. How can celestial observations explain natural phenomena?
MATERIALS FOR LESSON PLANNING
Vocabulary:
1. electromagnetic spectrum 2. Spectroscopy 3. Doppler effect
4. Continuous spectrum
5. Nuclear fusion
6. Main-sequence star
7. Nova
8. Nebulae
9. Supergaint
Red gaints
11. Red shift
12. Blue shift
Aims: How do we:
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What can scientists learn about a star by studying its spectrum?
How can astronomers determine whether a star is moving towards or away from earth?
What are the stages of star evolution?
Labs:*State Exam Lab
Lab 1-1: Safety………………………………………………………………….
Lab 1-2: Density.… 1……..Std:4,6,7, Key Idea 2, 1.2i,2.1m,3.1b, 3.1c, ESRT
Lab 8-7: Spectral Analysis of Stars……… 341……….Std:1&4 Key Idea 1.2a, ESRT
Lab 8-5: The Solar System……...331……….Std: 1,4,6 Key Idea 2&3, 1.1a,1.2c
Lab 1-3: Latitude and Longitude…………………45………Std: 4, 1.1d
Lab 1-5: Constructing a Contour Map…………………57…………..Std:1,4,6 Mathematical Analysis 2.1q
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Instructional strategies:
1. Answering focus questions
2. Student generated questions
3. Read Aloud
4. Using graphic note taking
5. Using graphic organizers
6. Using concept maps
7. Sentence completion
8. Vocabulary –awareness
9. Two column-notes
10. Annotation of text
11. Modeling skill
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12. Colorful visual images.
13. Animations and video clips.
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