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NORWIN SCHOOL DISTRICT CURRICULUM MAP Course Name: Integrated Science Grading Period First Nine Weeks Course Number: 802 CONTENT 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. The Nature of Science a. What is Science? b. Science vs. Technology Problem Solving Strategies a. Scientific Method Measurement a. Metric System b. Metric Conversions Classification of Matter a. Periodic Table b. Model of the Atom c. Element Symbols Composition of Matter Properties of Matter Quarterly Curriculum Assessment #1 Length of Course: Year SKILLS The student will be able to… Solve problems using the scientific method Identify careers and job descriptions in Physics, Chemistry, and Earth Science Calculate problems finding length, mass, area, volume, density, weight and temperature in metric units Convert between metric units Determine states of matter and chemical and physical properties by using atomic structure Use the Periodic Table and recognize mass and atomic numbers - how they relate to atomic structure and properties Distinguish between substances and mixtures Compare and contrast solutions, colloids and suspensions Identify how smog (colloid) forms Distinguish between physical and chemical changes and properties Explain the Law of Conservation of Mass List names and symbols of common elements (40) Describe how electrons are arranged Describe the properties and examples of: . alkali metals . alkaline earth metals . transition elements . halogens . noble gases. Grading Period Second Nine Weeks CONTENT 1. Minerals a. Properties b. Identification of Minerals 2. Rocks a. Rock Cycle b. Rock Types 3. Earth’s Changing Surface a. Weathering and Erosion b. Soil c. Groundwater d. Geologic Time 4. Plate Tectonics a. Continental Drift b. Seafloor Spreading 5. Earthquakes a. Seismic Waves b. Magnitude 6. Volcanoes a. Types of Volcanoes 7. Energy Sources a. Fossil Fuels b. Nuclear Energy 8. Motion a. Speed b. Acceleration c. Velocity d. Force e. Newton’s Laws of Motion f. Momentum 9. Transfer of Energy a. Kinetic Energy b. Potential Energy 10. Simple Machines a. Types of Simple Machines 11. Quarterly Curriculum Assessment # 2 SKILLS The student will be able to… List the physical and chemical properties used in identifying minerals List the 5 characteristics all minerals share Understand that, using their chemical formulas, minerals can be classified into the 7 mineral groups Follow a rocks physical existence throughout the rock cycle Recognize common Pennsylvania examples of Igneous, Metamorphic, and Sedimentary rocks Distinguish between renewable and nonrenewable energy sources Compare the 3 Horizons as part of the Soil profile List the 4 major erosion agents List specific Earth processes that are the major erosion agents Identify the three plate boundaries Identify the three types of faults Compare and contrast the three types of seismic waves Identify specific places in the world which are affected by geologic processes List ways humans are affected by the geologic process Identify layers of the Earth Describe how convection currents can cause plate tectonics Define magnitude and Richter Scale Describe Newton’s Laws of Motion Work problems solving for velocity, acceleration, momentum, and Force Describe how using Simple Machines will make work easier Describe the difference between Potential and Kinetic Energy Identify the seven simple machines Problem solving using appropriate simple machines Grading Period CONTENT 1. Third Nine Weeks Work and Machines a. Work b. Power c. Efficiency d. Mechanical Advantage 2. Earth- Moon- Sun System a. Earth in Space b. Time and Seasons c. Moon Phases d. Structure of the Moon e. Lunar and Solar Eclipses 3. Solar Systems a. Planets (inner and Outer) 4. PSSA Formula Practice a. Scientific Notation b. Temperature Conversions c. Metric Measurement Conversions d. English Measurement Conversions e. Area, Surface Area, Perimeter, and Volume 5. Quarterly Curriculum Assessment # 3 SKILLS The student will be able to… Calculate various work problems Compare and contrast natural and artificial satellites Compare and contrast rotation and revolution of Earth Explain how Earth’s revolution and tilt cause seasons Diagram the phases of the Moon Compare/contrast the conditions that lunar and solar eclipses Identify physical features of the Moon Contrast geocentric and heliocentric models of the solar system Identify important characteristics of each planet Contrast inner and outer planets Differentiate among comet, meteoroids and asteroids Summarize current issues: -Mars Exploration -Discovery of new planets. Grading Period Fourth Nine Weeks CONTENT 1. Stars and Constellations a. H-R Diagram b. Layers of the Sun c. Types of Galaxies d. Big Bang Theory e. Expansion of the Universe 2. Earth’s Atmosphere a. Layers of the Atmosphere b. Ozone Layer c. Coriolis Effect d. Wind Systems e. Energy from the Sun 3. Weather a. Water Cycle b. Precipitation c. Humidity d. Cloud Type e. Fronts f. Pressure Systems g. Station Models h. Severe Weather i. Global Warming 4. Air Pollution 5. Water Pollution 6. Weatherbug On-line Interactive Lessons 7. PSSA Science Assessment SKILLS The student will be able to… Compare and contrast absolute and apparent magnitude Identify common winter and spring constellations Describe how parallax is used to determine star distances Classify stars by temperature and brightness (HR diagram) Explain the evolution of stars throughout their life cycle Describe the layers of the sun List the three main types of galaxies Explain how the Big Bang Theory demonstrates observed Doppler shifts Name common gases in Earth’s atmosphere Explain causes of air pressure List layers of Earth’s atmosphere Describe how CFC’s damage ozone Contrast radiation, conduction, and convection Locate the positions of doldrums, trade winds, prevailing westerlies and polar easterlies Diagram the water cycle Compare/contrast rain, snow, sleet, hail Measure the relative humidity using psychrometer Identify cumulus, stratus, cirrus, and nimbostratus clouds Identify the 4 types of fronts and the weather associated with each Contrast the development of thunderstorms, tornadoes, and hurricanes Interpret weather maps and station models Contrast tropical, temperate, and polar climates Debate the issue of global warming Describe the evolution of fossil fuels (coal, petroleum, and natural gas) Describe the characteristics of nonrenewable energy resources Compare and Contrast solar, wind, water, synfuel and biomass energy resources