Welcome to 8th grade Science class!
8th grade Science Scope and Sequence:
| 8th_grade_science_scope_and_sequence_2018-19_year.pdf |
MYP IB Sciences Guide:
| myp_science_lab_report_guide.pdf |
MYP Command Terms for Science (click underlined words for the quizlet link, pdf file is below)
| myp-command-terms.pdf |
Unit 1 - How does science work? (Scientific Investigations)
Inquiry Statement - Scientific evidence is used to communicate and express concepts that form personal and societal understandings about our world.
Global Context: Personal and Cultural Expression
Key Concept: Communication Related Concept: Evidence
Learner Profile Trait - Inquirer
Global Context: Personal and Cultural Expression
Key Concept: Communication Related Concept: Evidence
Learner Profile Trait - Inquirer
Unit Overview and Vocabulary:
| unit_1_overview_and_vocabulary_2018-19.pdf |
Lesson 1: What is Science?
Stations Lab - An exploration of a subject and a process:
| what_is_science_-_student_ppt.pdf |
| what_is_science_-_learning_lab_stations_-_student_page.pdf |
Lesson 2: Can you think like a scientist?
Thinking Scientifically in the "IB way"
| can_you_think_like_a_scientist.pdf |
Scientists at Work (multiple videos to choose from to watch scientists at work)
For review:
| scientific_method_review_notes.pdf |
Lesson 3: How is a Laboratory Different? (Lab Safety and Lab Equipment)
Science Lab Safety:
| lab_safety_and_equipment_lesson_–_class_instructions_2018-19.pdf |
| lab_safety_and_tools_learning_lab_-_student_pages.pdf |
Online Science Lab Safety Tutorial (click link to go to the tutorial)
Lab Safety Video: Crash Course Lab Techniques and Safety
Safety Symbols:
| labsafetysymbols.pdf |
| lab_safety_expectations.pdf |
Meridian Safety Contract: (turn in when due - you will not be allowed to do labs until this is on file with the teacher and you have passed the safety quiz with 100%)
| meridian_science_safety_rules_and_contract_2018-19.pdf |
Helpful Resources:
| lab_equipment_-_student_ws.pdf |
| how_to_read_a_triple_beam_balance.ppt |
How to Use a Triple - Beam Balance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2e0RfH0b2No
How to Read a Thermometer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aRgQY8jRDKU
How to Read a Thermometer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aRgQY8jRDKU
Lesson 4: How do we Scientifically Inquire? (observations, variables, hypothesis)
Class Presentation:
| scientific_inquiry_-_student_class_notes.pdf |
| how_do_we_scientifically_inquire_-_student_note_page.pdf |
Video link - Variables
HW Practice:
| variables_and_hypothesis_practice_hw_2018-19_-_student.pdf |
Lesson 5: How do we Experiment Scientifically? (Planning and Conducting an Experiment)
Class Presentation:
| how_do_we_experiment_scientifically_-_class_presentation.pdf |
Student Practice Pages:
| data_tables_and_graphing_practice_-_student_page.pdf |
Graphing Resources:
How to set up a table (website)
Data analysis and graphs (website)
Types of Graphs (website)
Video - Beginner's Guide to Graphing Data
Example of Graphing Process - website
Making graphs resources:
1. Kid Zone - create a graph
2. Online - Chart Tool
How to set up a table (website)
Data analysis and graphs (website)
Types of Graphs (website)
Video - Beginner's Guide to Graphing Data
Example of Graphing Process - website
Making graphs resources:
1. Kid Zone - create a graph
2. Online - Chart Tool
| what_graph_or_display_to_use_when.pdf |
Lesson 6: First MYP Lab - The Fizzy Lab!
Class Instructions:
| the_fizzy_lab_-_class_instructions.pdf |
Criterion B - Worksheet
| fizzy_lab_-_criterion_b_worksheet_-student_page.pdf |
Resources to answer questions for Criterion B worksheet:
1. Why does Alka Seltzer Fizz?
2. Physical vs. Chemical Changes
3. Chemical Change vs. Physical Change
4. Chemical Reactions
5. Speed of Reaction
6. Evidences of a chemical reaction
1. Why does Alka Seltzer Fizz?
2. Physical vs. Chemical Changes
3. Chemical Change vs. Physical Change
4. Chemical Reactions
5. Speed of Reaction
6. Evidences of a chemical reaction
Criterion C - Worksheet
| fizzy_lab_-_criterion_c_worksheet_-_student_page.pdf |
Lab Report Resources:
MYP Lab Report Guide:
| myp_science_lab_report_guide.pdf |
8th grade Lab Report Template (generic for every formal lab write-up, not specific to this lab):
| science_lab_report_format_with_explanations_-_8th.pdf |
Once the lab experiment is done - A generic guide to how to write a lab conclusion:
| how_to_write_a_lab_conclusion.pdf |
Unit Enrichment and Review
Review Handout (given in class):
| unit_1-_myp_assessment_student_review_page.pdf |
How and What to Review for Unit 1 Assessment:
1. Know lab safety and lab equipment (see lesson 3)
2. Be able to identify parts of a scientific experiment, such as variables, procedures, writing a hypothesis, etc. (see lesson 4)
3. Work on graphing skills (see lesson 5)
4. Science Fusion textbook pages 32-45, 70-79, 88-99
4. Practice your understanding by clicking the links below.
1. Know lab safety and lab equipment (see lesson 3)
2. Be able to identify parts of a scientific experiment, such as variables, procedures, writing a hypothesis, etc. (see lesson 4)
3. Work on graphing skills (see lesson 5)
4. Science Fusion textbook pages 32-45, 70-79, 88-99
4. Practice your understanding by clicking the links below.
Interactive Lessons for Review - Embedded links (click below to open):
Quizlet Link for Unit 1 Exam Review - Lab Safety, Equipment & Scientific Investigations
Additional Review Information:
What's the difference between a theory and a law? (video)
Steps of the Scientific Method (video)
Variables and Tables
Graph Masters - Interactive learning about graphing
How to make graphs with Excel
More on scientists and their work
General Lab Safety (video)
Steps of the Scientific Method (video)
Variables and Tables
Graph Masters - Interactive learning about graphing
How to make graphs with Excel
More on scientists and their work
General Lab Safety (video)