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Eighth Grade Rationale: Science education develops an understanding of the natural and physical worlds in which we live, the relationships among the phenomena of those worlds, the effects of those worlds on human living and explains how human living affects the natural and physical worlds. Science process are used to gather information, create and evaluate hypotheses, pose theories for understanding the world in which we live, and communicate these theories to others. Students should come to understand that science is an intellectual and social endeavor, a means by which we gain an understanding and control over real-world simulations, as well as part of our effort to survive and flourish. Since technology is the application of science to solve everyday challenges, and technology is ever changing and expanding, students nee to recognize that science and technology will play an increasingly important role in all aspects of our society. Description: The eighth grade science program is designed to enhance understanding of life, earth and physical science. Included in this course is a study of the organisms, human body organs and their functions, plants and animals, plant structures and characteristics, animal behaviors, meteorology, the earth and its resources, the universe, energy, machines, sound and vibration. Students will use the scientific method in exploring basic concepts of elements, compounds and mixtures and measurement using appropriate instruments. Unit 1 Unit Title: The Nature of Science Essential Question: How can bias affect your observations? GLEs/ Objective National Standards (NSES) 7.1.A, 7.1.B UCP, A, E, F, G 8.1.A, 8.1.C, 8.2.B UCP, A, E, F, G Lesson Activities (Formative Assessment) This unit describes the process of a scientific experiment. An understanding of scientific vocabulary will be an important foundation for the course. Students will; 1. Science All Around Describe scientific methods Define science and Earth science Distinguish among independent variables, dependent variables, constants and controls - class discussion and daily assignments - Designing an Experiment mini-lab 2. Scientific Enterprise Explain why science is always changing Compare and contrast scientific theories and scientific laws Discuss the limits of science - class discussion and daily assignments Assessment DATES TAUGHT/NOTES RESOURCES Designing and Experiment mini-lab CORRECTIVE ACTION SPECIAL NEEDS ACCOMODATIONS Unit 2 Unit Title: Matter Essential Question: How can you change the state of matter? GLEs/ Objective National Standards (NSES) Lesson Activities (Formative Assessment) This unit will introduce atoms and their basic combinations. Properties of matter will also be an important component. Students will: 1. Matter Identify the states of matter Describe the internal structure of an atom Compare isotopes of an element - class discussion and daily assignments 1.1.A UCP, A, B 1.1.B UCP, A, B 2. Combinations of Atoms Describe several ways atoms combine to form compounds List differences between compounds and mixtures - class discussion and daily assignments 1.1.A, 1.1.G UCP, A, B, G 3. Properties of Matter Distinguish between chemical and physical properties List the four states of matter - class discussion and daily assignments Assessment DATES TAUGHT/NOTES RESOURCES CORRECTIVE ACTION SPECIAL NEEDS ACCOMODATIONS Unit 3 Unit Title: Minerals Essential Question: How can you distinguish rock from minerals? GLEs/ Objective National Standards (NSES) Lesson Activities (Formative Assessment) Students will be introduced to minerals. They will be proficient in identifying minerals and knowing how minerals are used. Students will: 1. Minerals Describe characteristics that all minerals share Explain how minerals form - class discussion and daily assignments 1.1.A UCP, A, D 1.1.A UCP, A, D 2. Mineral Identification Describe physical properties used to identify minerals Identify minerals using physical properties such as harness and streak - class discussion and daily assignments 1.1.A, 5.2.C UCP, A, D, F, G 3. Uses of Minerals Describe characteristics of gems that make them more valuable than other minerals Identify useful elements that are contained in minerals - class discussion and daily assignments Assessment DATES TAUGHT/NOTES RESOURCES CORRECTIVE ACTION SPECIAL NEEDS ACCOMODATIONS Unit 4 Unit Title: Rocks Essential Question: What are rocks made of? GLEs/ Objective National Standards (NSES) Lesson Activities (Formative Assessment) This unit will introduce students to the rock cycle. Students will also learn to identify rocks by their classifications. Students will; 1. The Rock Cycle Distinguish between a rock and a mineral Describe the rock cycle and some changes that a rock could undergo - class discussion and daily assignments 5.2.C, 5.2.D UCP, A, D 5.2.A, 5.2.B UCP, A, D 2. Igneous Rocks Recognize magma and lava s the materials that cool to form igneous rocks Contrast the formation of intrusive and extrusive igneous rocks Contrast grantic and basltic igneous rocks - class discussion and daily assignments 5.2.A, 5.2.B UCP, A, D 3. Metamorphic Rocks Describe the conditions in Earth that cause metamorphic rocks to form Classify metamorphic rocks as foliated or Assessment nonfoliated - class discussion and daily assignments 5.2.A, 5.2.B UCP, A, D, F 4. Sedimentary Rocks Explain how sedimentary rocks form from sediments Classify sedimentary rocks as detrital, chemical or organic in origin DATES TAUGHT/NOTES RESOURCES CORRECTIVE ACTION SPECIAL NEEDS ACCOMODATIONS Unit 5 Unit Title: Essential Question: GLEs/ Objective National Standards (NSES) DATES TAUGHT/NOTES Lesson Activities (Formative Assessment) RESOURCES Assessment CORRECTIVE ACTION SPECIAL NEEDS ACCOMODATIONS Unit 6 Unit Title: Views of Earth Essential Question: GLEs/ Objective National Standards (NSES) Lesson Activities (Formative Assessment) Students will: 1. Landforms Discuss differences between plains and plateaus Describe folded, upwarped, faultblocked and volcanic mountains - class discussion and daily assignments - video – “Krakatoa” 6.1.B UPC5, A1, D1 6.1.B UCP3, A1, D1, F5 2. Viewpoints Define latitude and longitude Explain how latitude and longitude are used to identify locations on Earth Determine the time and ate in different time zones - class discussion and daily assignments 6.1.B UCP2, A1, D1, E2, F5, G3 3. Maps Explain the differences among Mercator, Robinson, and conic projections. Describe features of topographic maps, geological maps and satellite maps. Assessment - class discussion and daily assignments Lab on topographic maps DATES TAUGHT/NOTES RESOURCES CORRECTIVE ACTION SPECIAL NEEDS ACCOMODATIONS Unit 7 Unit Title: Weathering and Soil Essential Question: GLEs/ Objective National Standards (NSES) Lesson Activities (Formative Assessment) Students will: 1. Weathering Describe the difference between mechanical weathering and chemical weathering. Explain the effects of climate on weathering - class discussion and daily assignments 5.1.A UCP4, A1, D1 5.1.A UCP4, A1, D1 2. The Nature of Soil Explain how soil develops from rock. Describe soil by comparing soil horizons. Describe factors that affect the development of soils. - class discussion and daily assignments 5.1.A UCP4, A1, D1, E2, F2, G1 3. Soil Erosion Explain why soil is important. Identify human activities that lead to soil loss. Describe ways to reduce soil loss. - class discussion and daily assignments Assessment DATES TAUGHT/NOTES RESOURCES CORRECTIVE ACTION SPECIAL NEEDS ACCOMODATIONS Unit 8 Unit Title: Erosional Forces Essential Question: GLEs/ Objective National Standards (NSES) Lesson Activities (Formative Assessment) Students will: 1. Erosion by Gravity Explain the differences between erosion and deposition. Compare and contrast slumps, creep, rockfalls, rock slides and mudflows. Explain why building on steep slopes might not be wise. - class discussion and daily assignments 5.2.C UCP2, A1, D1, E2, F3 5.2.C UCP2, A1, D1, D2 2. Glaciers Explain how glaciers move. Describe evidence of glacial erosion and deposition. Compare and contrast till and outwash - class discussion and daily assignments 5.2.C UCP2, A1, D1, F4 3. Wind Explain how wind causes deflation and abrasion Recognize how loess and dunes form - class discussion and daily assignments Assessment DATES TAUGHT/NOTES RESOURCES CORRECTIVE ACTION SPECIAL NEEDS ACCOMODATIONS Unit 9 Unit Title: Water Erosion and Deposition Essential Question: GLEs/ Objective National Standards (NSES) Lesson Activities (Formative Assessment) Students will: 1. Surface Water Identify the causes of runoff Compare rill, gully, sheet, and stream erosion. Identify three different stages of stream development. Explain how alluvial fans and deltas form. - class discussion and daily assignments - lab activity 5.2.E UCP1, A1, D1 5.2.E UCP1, A1, D1, F1 2. Groundwater Recognize the importance of groundwater. Describe the effect that soil and rock permeability have on groundwater movement. Explain how groundwater dissolves and deposits minerals. - class discussion and daily assignments - lab activity 5.2.E UCP1, A1, D1, F5 3. Ocean Shoreline Identify the different causes of shoreline erosion. Assessment Compare and contrast different types of shorelines. Describe some origins of sand. - class discussion and daily assignments DATES TAUGHT/NOTES RESOURCES CORRECTIVE ACTION SPECIAL NEEDS ACCOMODATIONS Unit 10 Unit Title: Plate Tectonics Essential Question: GLEs/ Objective National Standards (NSES) Lesson Activities (Formative Assessment) Students will: 1. Continental Drift Describe the hypothesis of continental drift. Identify evidence supporting continental drift. - class discussion and daily assignments 5.2.B UCP2, UCP3, A1, A2, D1, D2, G1, G3 5.2.B UCP2, UCP3, A1, D1, D2, G1, G3 2. Seafloor Spreading Explain seafloor spreading. Recognize how age and magnetic clues support seafloor spreading. - class discussion and daily assignments 5.2.B UCP2, UCP3, A1, A2, D1, D2, G1, G3 3. Theory of Plate Tectonics Compare and contrast different types of plate boundaries. Explain how heat inside Earth causes plate tectonics. Recognize features caused by plate tectonics. - class discussion and daily assignments Assessment DATES TAUGHT/NOTES RESOURCES CORRECTIVE ACTION SPECIAL NEEDS ACCOMODATIONS