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This is the first unit of Physical Science. We cover the topics of motion and speed while reviewing the metric system, how to make observations and inferences and how to design and conduct investigations.
Middle School High School
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Students practice calculating speed. This is a pre-assessment piece that I use to see where students are at in the metric system knowledge as well as their ability to perform dimensional analysis.
Students will practice interpreting graphs and making graphs regarding speed.
Students use their knowledge of metric relationships to perform conversions between metric units.
Students practice saying conversions as they present problems to the rest of the class.
Students practice relating metric units.
Students demonstrate their knowledge of the metric system.
Students practice making observations and inferences and distinguishing between the two.
Students will demonstrate their knowledge of describing motion and calculating speed as well as their ability to use the metric system, their understanding of experimental design and to communicate their results.
Students use their knowledge of the metric system and calculating speed to study the effect of transportation mode on their speed.
Students practice identifying variables in a favorite lesson of science educators!
Students are introduced to terms such as observations and inferences (day 1) and independent variable, levels, trials, control, dependent variable and constants (day 2).
Students practice experimental method procedures by manipulating balloons (or string, straws, etc) to obtain the fastest speed. I believe this activity is appropriate for all ages.
Students get practice calculating speed and working with their lab groups.