Interactive Resources and Week 1 Aug 6-10 Life L.8.2 I can: L.8.2.A1 I can research and collect data to explain the relationship that exists between DNA, Genes, and Chromosomes L.8.2 Reproduction and Heredity Structure and function Scale, proporti on and quality Stability and change TSW construct Vocabulary flashcards BR TTW show video Genetics: Where Do Your Genes Come From? https://www.neok12.c om/video/genetics/zx 5e724c6f0042150202 670a.htm TTW use the power point to discuss the genetics vocabulary words (key words, concepts, & visual representations). TSW highlight key words, concepts and draw visual representations of each word. TTW time students 5 min. for individual study. TSW have a peer study time for genetics vocabulary words (flashcards). Interactive notebook, reading essentials, Textbook, learn360, powerpoin ts, www.quizl et.com, google classroom, Quizzes, Unit test,
Interactive Resources and Closure Peer Study Video Brian pop Week 2 Aug 13-17 L.8.2 L.8.2A2 I can create and use diagrams of mitosis to explain asexual reproduction. L.8.2A3 I can explain the correlation between meiosis and genetic diversity. Interactive notebook, reading essentials, Textbook, learn360, powerpoin ts, www.quizl et.com, google classroom I can compare and contrast asexual and sexual
Interactive Resources and reproduction using models of mitosis and meiosis. Week 3 Aug 20-24 L.8.2 L.8.2A.4 & L.8.2A.5 I can compare and contrast asexual and sexual reproduction using models of mitosis and meiosis. I can explain the advantages and disadvantages of asexual reproduction and sexual resproduction.
Interactive Resources and Week 4 Aug 27-31 Week 5 Sept 3-7 4.5 Benchmar k Testing- Sep.6 L.8.2 L.8.2B.2 I can research and apply Gregor Mendel s principals of heredity. L.8.2B.3 I can apply Mendel s principals of inheritance to predict patterns of inheritance using simple Monohybrid crosses. I can: Benchmark to include L.8.2A.1 - L.8.2A.5 and L.8.2B.2 Adaptations and Diversity Structure and Function Cause and Effect Stability and change Benchmark to include all of Standard L.8.2A and L.8.2B.2 Review Standard L.8.2A and :
Interactive Resources and L.8.2B.2 based on Benchmark Results Week 6 Sept. 10-14 L.8.2 L.8.2B.4 I can develop and support an argument concerning the ethical issues involved with selective breeding and genetic engineering. L.8.2B.1 I can use evidence to support an argument concerning the impact of environmental
Interactive Resources and and genetic factors on growth of various organisms. Week 7 Sept. 17-14 L.8.2 L.8.2C.1 I can use diagrams to explain the Central Dogma of DNA ( DNA codes for protein located in Genes Found on Chromosomes). L8.2C.2 I can support arguments with evidence and research concerning the effects of genetic mutations (i.e.: harmful, beneficial, or neutral effects of
Interactive Resources and mutations). Week 8 Sept. 24-28 L.8.4 L.8.4A.1 I can use scientific research to explain Darwin s theory of Natural Selection. L.8.4A.2 I can investigate natural selection and explain the impact of natural selection on the following: growth, survival, reproduction. I can investigate natural selection and explain the impact of natural
Interactive Resources and Week 9 Oct. 2-5 9wks Exams selection on the following: Reproduction & Genetic Factors, Environmental Factors, food supply, and the interdependence of organisms. 1 st 9 weeks test to include L.8.2A.1 - L.8.2A.5 L.8.2B.1 L.8.2B.4 L.8.2C.1 L.8.2C.2 L.8.4A.1 L.8.4A.2 1 st 9 weeks Test to include All Life s Review Standard L.8.2A, L8.2B, L.8.2C, L.8.4A based on 9 Weeks Test Results
Interactive Resources and End of 1 st 9 Weeks Date of 9 Weeks Assessment: Week 10 Oct.8-12 E.8.7 I can: E.8.7.1 Earth s structure and History I can create a timeline of Earth s History using relative dating (fossil records) and strata (rock layers) E.8.7.2 I can create a model of the rock cycle that relates specifically to the rock cycle.
Interactive Resources and Week 11 Oct. 15-19 E.8.7 E.8.7.3 I can use fossil evidence to support the idea that relationships exist between past and present life forms. I can use fossil records to develop an argument supporting the diversity of life and the interdependence of past and present organisms. E.8.7.4 I can apply scientific research and evidence to explain the progression of
Interactive Resources and evolution (gradually and mass extinctions). Week 12 Oct. 22-26 E.8.7 E.8.9A E.8.7.2 I can create a model of the processes rock cycle and relate it to the fossil record. E.8.7.4 E.8.7 Earth s Structure and History E.8.9 Earth s Systems and Cycles I can apply scientific research and evidence to correlate evolution and changes in geological conditions (i.e., climate change, meteor impacts, and volcanic eruptions). E.8.9A.1
Interactive Resources and I can investigate and explain the cycling of matter using Earth s internal energy (Convection Currents). I can use plate tectonics to explain the cycling of matter. Week 13 Oct. 29 Nov. 2 E.8.9A E.8.9A.2 I can use the theory of plate tectonics to support arguments concerning the movement of rocks on Earth s surface. Earth s Resources E.8.9A.3 I can support the movement of
Interactive Resources and Week 14 Nov. 5-9 E.8.9A Earth s Tectonic plates using evidence found in rock patterns and fossil records to map land and water patterns. E.8.9A.4 I can research and use scientific data to engage in arguments concerning Earth s changes as a result of constructive and destructive forces. Earth s Systems and Cycles E.8.9A.5 I can use models to explain landforms, distribution of rocks and minerals across Earth s surface as a result of
Interactive Resources and convergent and divergent plates. Week 15 Nov. 12-16 4.5 Benchmar k Testing- Sep.6 E.8.9A E.8.9A.6 I can actively investigate the chemical and physical processes involved in the formation of different soils. Earth s Systems and Cycles E.8.9A.7 Week 16 Nov. 26-30 E.8.9B I can explain the relationship between surface water and ground water. E.8.9B.1 I can apply research and design a map that determines the
Interactive Resources and impact of natural hazards on society. E.8.9B.2 Week 17 Dec. 3-7 E.8.9B I can determine the effectiveness of different types of technologies used to predict natural hazards. E.8.9B.3 ***SEP Earth s Systems and Cycles I can create a mechanism to improve community resilience to safeguard against natural hazards (i.e. Building restrictions for flooding to include tidal zones; watershed management, Firewise construction). E.8.9B.3 is an SEP
Interactive Resources and End of 2nd 9 Weeks Date of 9 Weeks Assessment: Week 18 Dec. 10-14 Motion, Forces and Energy Week 19 Dec. 17-21 9wks test Week 20 Jan.7-11.
Interactive Resources and Week 21 Jan. 14-18 Week 22 Jan. 21-25 Week 23 Jan. 28- Feb 1 Physical P.8.6 Students will demonstr ate an understa nding of the propertie s, behavior s, and applicati on of waves. P.8.6.1 I can collect, organize, and interpret data about the characteristics of sound and light waves and the relationship between matter and energy. P.8.6.2 I can examine research-based instruments for capturing and converting wave energy into Physical
Interactive Resources and electrical energy. Week 24 Feb. 4-8 4.5 Benchmark Testing-Feb. 7 Week 25 Feb-11-15 P.8.6.3 I can conduct simple investigations about the routine of waves and describe their behavior as they interact with various materials. P.8.6.4 I can use scientific processes to plan and conduct experiments to conclude sound is a wave that is described by amplitude and frequency. P.8.6.1 P.8.6.2 P.8.6.3 P.8.6.4
Interactive Resources and Week 26 Feb. 18-22 Week 27 Feb. 25- March 1 P.8.6.5 I can conduct scientific investigations that describe the behavior of sound when resonance changes. P.8.6.6 I can obtain and evaluate information to explain the relationship between seeing color and the transmission, absorption, or reflection of light waves through different materials. Week 28 Mar. 4-8 9wks test
Interactive Resources and End of 3rd 9 Weeks Date of 9 Weeks Assessment: Week 29 Mar. 17-2 Week 30 Mar.25-29 P.8.6.7 I can research the importance of wave technology to explain how tools have evolved to translate and transmit information. P.8.6.8 Compare and contrast the behavior of sound and light waves to decide which types of waves need a medium for transmission.
Interactive Resources and Week 31 Apr. 1-5 Review Week 32 Apr. 8-12 Review Week 33 Review Week 34 Review Week 35 Review
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