Download 3rd Quarter Objectives 2014-2015

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3rd Quarter Objectives 2014-2015
Objective: Understand the structure of the earth and how interactions of constructive and
destructive forces have resulted in changes in the surface of the Earth over time and the
effects of the lithosphere on humans.
Learning Targets: “I Can…”
Criteria for Success: “I Will…”
I can summarize the structure of the earth’s layers based on their I will illustrate a model of the layers of the Earth.
relative position.
I can describe the composition of each layer of the earth.
I will compare and contrast the composition of the layers.
a)I can describe the earth’s layers according to density.
b) I can compare structures of the Earth’s surface.
a.) I will describe the concept of density.
b.) I will perform experiments in order to understand the concept
density and how it relates to the formation of the earth’s layers.
c.) I will identify earth’s land features (mountains, valleys,
volcanoes, islands) by using models, pics, diagrams and maps.
d.) I will compare earth’s land features (mtns., valleys) by using
models, pics, diagrams and maps.
I can explain how crustal plates and ocean basins are formed.
a.) I will investigate how new crust is formed. (divergent
boundaries.
b.) I will compare and contrast the three types of boundaries.
(convergent, divergent, and transform)
I can explain how crustal plates and ocean basins move and
interact using earthquakes and volcanoes to reflect forces within
the earth.
a.) I will understand what the epicenter of an earthquake is.
b.) I will distinguish between similarities and differences of
primary, secondary, and surface waves.
c.) I will understand that volcanoes and earthquakes coincide
with plate boundaries and other plate motions.
d.) I will explain how convection currents cause plate
movement.
I can explain how interactions between the lithosphere and
asthenoshpere form volcanoes.
I will explain how convection currents cause plate movement.
I can explain how the formation of soil is related to the parent
rock type and the environment in which it develops.
a.) I will examine soil properties.
b.) I will evaluate water flow through different types of soil. c.) I
will identify how we use rocks and minerals.
d.) I will explain how rocks move through the rock cycle
I can conclude that the good health of humans requires
monitoring the lithosphere (stewardship).
a.) I will determine how humans affect the Earth positively and
negatively.
b.) I will use remote sensing to better understand human impact
on the earth.
I can conclude that the good health of humans requires
maintaining soil quality (stewardship).
a.) I will explain why soil is a necessary resource.
b.) I will explain how sustainable vegetative cover, crop rotation,
and conservation plowing will affect the Earth’s pedosphere.