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8th grade - Science class Introduction and organization
Science Class Syllabus and Scope and Sequence:
| syllabus_8th_grade_science_2016-17_year.pdf |
| 8th_grade_scope_and_sequence_-_year_2016-17.pdf |
Science Class Expectations:
| first_day_presentation__8th_grade.pdf |
Science Class Organization:
| science_class_organization_8th_grade_2016-17.pdf |
Science Passwords Student Pg:
| science_class_passwords.pdf |
Science Survival Hunt!
| website_scavenger_hunt_8.pdf |
Unit 1 - What is Science? (Scientific Investigations)
Unit Overview and Vocabulary:
| unit_1_overview_and_vocabulary.pdf |
MYP Command Terms for Science (click green words for the quizlet link)
| myp-command-terms.pdf |
Scientific Thinking and Knowledge Notes: (reading - Science textbook pages: 4-30)
| scientific_thinking_and_knowledge.pdf |
Scientific Theories and Laws Article:
| scientific_theories_and_laws_kwl.pdf |
Science Lab Safety:
Online Science Lab Safety Tutorial (click green words to go to the tutorial)
Safety Symbols:
| labsafetysymbols.pdf |
Safety Contract: (turn in when due - you will not be allowed to do labs until this is on file with the teacher)
| safety_contract_ms.pdf |
Scientific Method Notes (will not be directly taught in 8th grade - a stations review activity will be completed in class)
Can't remember the "nitty-gritty" details of the Scientific Method? Look at the notes below to refresh your memory and/or look at Science Fusion Textbook pages 32-44
Can't remember the "nitty-gritty" details of the Scientific Method? Look at the notes below to refresh your memory and/or look at Science Fusion Textbook pages 32-44
| scientific_method_review_notes.pdf |
Scientific Method Learning Lab - Student Page:
| scientific_method_learning_lab_student_page.pdf |
Scientific Learning Lab - Scientific Equipment and Data Analysis:
Learning Lab Instructions and student worksheet have been modified from a copy-written source. Class copies will be distributed, but cannot be posted online. See the teacher for extra copies if you loose yours. Below are some teacher created additional resources or free for use 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
Lab Safety
| lab_safety_expectations.pdf |
First Lab - Bouncy Ball Lab!
MYP Lab Report Guide:
| myp_science_lab_report_guide.pdf |
8th grade Lab Report Template (generic for every formal lab write-up):
| science_lab_report_format_with_explanations_-_8th.pdf |
Bouncy Ball Lab Report (First Lab) - Student pages:
| bouncy_ball_lab_-_science_lab_report_format_with_explanations_-_8th.pdf |
How to write a lab conclusion:
| how_to_write_a_lab_conclusion.pdf |
Graphing Project:
Graphing Skills Practice:
| graphingpractice_worksheets.pdf |
| graphing_with_candies.pdf |
Graphing Project Instruction Packet:
| graphing_project_instruction_packet.pdf |
Class Instructions:
| data_and_graphing__-_graphing_project_introduction.pdf |
Project 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 |
Optional HW (extra credit)
Optional Homework -
What is this? Optional Homework (OH) is optional! The purpose of these assignments is to push students to explore the world around them as well as taking a closer look at their own experiences within this world. Some Units will have Optional Homework. This is completely independent work to provide enrichment for students. Students are expected to turn in the entire assignment for credit, partial credit will not be given.
The Optional Homework for the end of the year is to look at this link: Teen Scientists Start here and find a teen scientists that you connect with. Make this connection based on culture, scientific endeavor or another interest of yours. Write a summary of what you have found:
What to include on your page -
What is this? Optional Homework (OH) is optional! The purpose of these assignments is to push students to explore the world around them as well as taking a closer look at their own experiences within this world. Some Units will have Optional Homework. This is completely independent work to provide enrichment for students. Students are expected to turn in the entire assignment for credit, partial credit will not be given.
The Optional Homework for the end of the year is to look at this link: Teen Scientists Start here and find a teen scientists that you connect with. Make this connection based on culture, scientific endeavor or another interest of yours. Write a summary of what you have found:
What to include on your page -
- The article or website title and website link(s) used
- a one paragraph summary of the scientist's work
- how it connects to you (why you chose this person)
- What are some thoughts or questions you now have based on this piece
- The entire piece should be about 4-5 paragraphs in length
Unit enrichment and review
What's the difference between a theory and a law? (video)
Steps of the Scientific Method (video)
Graph Masters - Interactive learning about graphing
How to make graphs with Excel
More on scientists and their work
Steps of the Scientific Method (video)
Graph Masters - Interactive learning about graphing
How to make graphs with Excel
More on scientists and their work