Alabama Course of Study: Science

The STANDARDS CORRELATION chart suggests which Alabama Course of Study science standards you can cover using PASSPORT TO THE SOLAR SYSTEM in your classroom. We hope you will discover additional standards you can use. These are the ones our Instructional Materials Development team felt most directly related to the activities contained in PASSPORT TO THE SOLAR SYSTEM.

For additional Alabama Course of Study science standards you can cover see the STANDARDS CORRELATION chart for the following PASSPORT TO KNOWLEDGE projects:

PASSPORT TO ANTARCTICA

PASSPORT TO THE RAINFOREST

PASSPORT TO WEATHER AND CLIMATE

LIVE FROM THE SUN/LIVE FROM THE AURORA

LIVE FROM MARS 2001/2002

LIVE FROM A BLACK HOLE/LIVE FROM THE EDGE OF SPACE AND TIME

Elementary Standards: Kindergarten,   First Grade,   Second Grade,   Third Grade,   Fourth Grade,   Fifth Grade
Middle School Standards: Sixth Grade,   Seventh Grade,   Eighth Grade
High School Starndards: Biology,   Botany,   Environmental Science,  

Kindergarten

PROCESS AND APPLICATION

 

Students will:

 

1. Identify questions that can be answered through scientific investigations.

Examples: Do bees sleep? What is rain made of?

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2. Use appropriate tools and technology resources to gather, analyze, and interpret data.

Examples: hand lenses, balances, droppers, computers, maps

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3. Demonstrate the ability to perform safe and appropriate manipulation of materials, living organisms, scientific equipment, and technology.

Examples: identifying ways to care properly for fish in an aquarium, wearing safety goggles

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4. Use appropriate skills to design and conduct a scientific investigation.
· Acquiring, processing, and interpreting data
Example: identifying objects that make darkest shadows
· Discussing cause and effect (dependent and independent variables) in experiments
Example: explaining why thick objects cause darkest shadows
· Sorting and classifying
Example: grouping objects according to darkness of shadows
· Experimenting
Example: determining objects that make darkest shadows
· Analyzing investigations
Example: drawing conclusions about objects that make dark shadows
· Developing hypotheses
Example: using experiences to guess which objects might make darkest shadows
· Formulating models, tables, charts, and graphs
Example: making a class data chart
· Observing
Example: examining objects and their shadows
· Measuring
Example: ranking shadows according to darkness
· Defining operationally
Example: deciding how to judge shadows as dark shadows
· Communicating
Examples: drawing pictures of shadows, describing or explaining observations
· Predicting
Example: predicting darkness of shadows of different objects
· Collaborating
Examples: sharing learning experiences, discussing ideas about shadows

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5. Think critically and logically to make inferences and describe relationships between evidence and explanations.

Example: basing conclusion that mealworms move toward dark areas instead of light areas on observations of mealworm behavior

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6. Investigate alternative explanations of experimental results.

Example: conducting experiments to determine if size or thickness of certain objects affects the darkness of shadows

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7. Use mathematics in scientific inquiry.

Example: description of quantity using nonstandard units of measure such as paper clips, unifix cubes, pencils, straws, shoes

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8. Recognize that scientists use technology in scientific research.

Example: using hand-lens to enhance the naked eye

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9. Recognize the importance of science and technology to many careers.

Examples: doctors using stethoscopes, astronomers using telescopes

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10. Demonstrate an understanding of the impact of society on human health and environmental conditions.

Examples: cutting trees destroys animal homes, littering pollutes the soil/water

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11. Recognize the relationship among science, technology, and society.

Examples: medicines used to prevent/cure illness, paying taxes to support research

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PHYSICAL SCIENCE

 

Position and Motion of Objects

 

14. Describe motion.
· Change of position
Examples: playground swings, wagons, model rockets
· Change of speed

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Energy

 

15. Recognize the sun as the Earth's source of energy.
· Light
· Heat

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16. Construct knowledge about shadows and the way they are formed.

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17. Identify sources of sound.

Examples: voices, drums, bells, strings

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EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE

 

Earth in Space

 

27. Describe what can be observed in the day sky with the unaided eye.
· Sun
· Clouds
· Moon
· Rainbows

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First Grade

PROCESS AND APPLICATION

 

Students will:

 

1. Identify questions that can be answered through scientific investigations.

Example: questions about the relationship of amount of water and pitch of a jar/glass when struck

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2. Use appropriate tools and technology resources to gather, analyze, and interpret data.

Examples: hand lenses, clocks, computers, thermometers, balances

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3. Demonstrate the ability to perform safe and appropriate manipulation of materials, living organisms, scientific equipment, and technology.

Example: explaining how to release butterflies

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4. Use appropriate skills to design and conduct a scientific investigation.
· Acquiring, processing, and interpreting data
Example: listening and deciding which is high pitch and which is low pitch
· Discussing cause and effect (dependent and independent variables) in experiments
Example: relating levels of water to different pitches
· Sorting and classifying
Examples: grouping jars of water into low and high pitches, arranging jars from lowest to highest pitch
· Experimenting
Example: determining which jar has the highest pitch using different amounts of water
· Analyzing investigations
Example: drawing conclusions about the effect of water amount on pitch
· Developing hypotheses
Example: using reasons for guessing how different pitches will be heard
· Formulating models, tables, charts, and graphs
Example: recording high/low pitch and amount of water in jars
· Observing
Example: listening to pitches created by striking jars containing different amounts of water
· Measuring
Example: using non-traditional units to quantify length of water columns in jars
· Defining operationally
Example: deciding how to distinguish low, medium, or high pitches
· Communicating
Example: describing the experiment and reasons for conclusions
· Predicting
Example: predicting pitch of jars with different shapes or liquids
· Collaborating
Example: working in groups to make and play a jar xylophone

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5. Think critically and logically to make inferences and describe relationships between evidence and explanations.

Example: push and pull of magnets indicating force between them

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6. Investigate alternative explanations of experimental results.

Example: measured student growth resulting from amount or kind of food eaten

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7. Use mathematics in scientific inquiry.
· Applying standard whole units to measure an object or substance
· Applying nonstandard whole units to measure an object or substance

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8. Recognize that scientists use technology in scientific research.

Example: balances used to measure weight of an object

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9. Recognize the importance of science and technology to many careers.

Example: teachers using computers in classrooms

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10. Recognize the impact of society on human health and environmental conditions.

Example: erosion resulting from removal of grass and trees during house construction

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11. Recognize the relationship among science, technology, and society.

Example: airplanes making travel faster

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PHYSICAL SCIENCE

 

Position and Motion of Objects

 

13. Describe the effects of forces (push, pull) on objects.
· Change of speed
Examples: fast, slow
· Change of direction
Examples: straight, curved, zigzag
· Change of position Examples: up/down, forward/backward, inside/outside

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Energy

 

14. Describe characteristics of sound.
· Vibration
· Pitch
· Loudness (volume)

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EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE

 

Earth in Space

 

3. Describe the night sky as observed with the unaided eye.
· Stars
Examples: brightness, too many to count, color
· Moon
Example: changes in appearance over time (phases)

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Second Grade

PROCESS AND APPLICATION

 

Students will:

 

1. Identify questions that can be answered through scientific investigations.

Example: questions regarding light as it comes in contact with different materials

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2. Use appropriate tools and technology resources to gather, analyze, and interpret data.

Examples: rulers, meter sticks, measuring cups, clocks, hand lenses, computers, thermometers, balances, maps

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3. Demonstrate the ability to perform safe and appropriate manipulation of materials, living organisms, scientific equipment, and technology.

Examples: explaining why students do not taste substances without the teacher's permission, wearing protective goggles when handling substances

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4. Use appropriate skills to design and conduct a scientific investigation.
· Acquiring, processing, and interpreting data
Example: grouping materials that reflect, refract (bend), or absorb light
· Discussing cause and effect (dependent and independent variables) in experiments
Example: discussing how light's path is changed by aluminum foil
· Sorting and classifying
Example: sorting materials according to characteristics believed to favor reflection or absorption of light
· Experimenting
Example: determining factors, one at a time, of materials that cause reflection of light
· Analyzing investigations
Example: drawing conclusions from observations about factors affecting light reflecting ability of objects
· Developing hypotheses
Example: using observations and experiences to propose that smooth, shiny objects always reflect light
· Formulating models, tables, charts, and graphs
Example: drawing/dramatizing how light rays bounce off a mirror
· Observing
Example: examining effects of shining a light on different materials with similar/different characteristics
· Measuring
Example: measuring how far away light can illuminate an object
· Defining operationally
Example: mixing all colors of light to make white light
· Communicating
Example: writing about procedures to investigate light and resulting conclusions
· Predicting
Example: predicting whether a new material will reflect or absorb light
· Collaborating
Example: working in groups to explain experiments with light to others

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5. Think critically and logically to make inferences and describe relationships between evidence and explanations.

Example: identifying weather conditions that might affect plant growth

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6. Investigate alternative explanations of experimental results.

Example: conducting experiments to determine if color of light and/or kind of substance used (water, glass) causes light rays to refract (bend)

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7. Use mathematics in scientific inquiry.
· Applying standard whole units (metric and English) to measure an object or substance
· Applying nonstandard whole units to measure an object or substance

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8. Recognize that scientists use technology in scientific research. Example: paleontologists using picks, hand-lens, sonar, and brushes

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9. Recognize the importance of science and technology to many careers. Example: meteorologists using maps, data, and satellite imagery to predict long-range weather for crops

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10. Recognize the impact of society on human health and environmental conditions. Example: government establishment of national park or wilderness area

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11. Recognize the relationship among science, technology, and society. Example: aircraft flying faster and safer because of radar

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PHYSICAL SCIENCE

 

Properties and Changes in Matter

 

Students will:

 

Position and Motion of Objects

 

15. Compare types of motion.
· Linear
· Periodic
Examples: circular, back and forth

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Energy

 

17. Recognize sources of energy.
· Sun
· Wind
· Water (moving)
· Fossil fuels (burning)

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18. Describe how light interacts with a variety of materials.

Examples: mirror, water, clear plastic, tissue paper, solid wooden object, wax paper

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EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE

 

Earth in Space

 

33. Recognize that the moon appears as different shapes (phases) at different times.

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34. Identify the basic components of the solar system.
· Sun
· Planets
· Moons

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Third Grade

PROCESS AND APPLICATION

 

Students will:

 

1. Identify questions that can be answered through scientific investigations.

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2. Use appropriate tools and technology resources to gather, analyze, and interpret data.

Examples: calculators, microscopes, cameras, sound recorders, clocks, computers, thermometers, hand lenses, meter sticks, rulers, balances, maps, star charts

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3. Demonstrate the ability to perform safe and appropriate manipulation of materials, living organisms, scientific equipment, and technology.

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4. Use appropriate skills to design and conduct a scientific investigation.
· Acquiring, processing, recording, and interpreting data
· Identifying dependent and independent variables (cause and effect) and their relationships
· Sorting and classifying
· Experimenting
· Analyzing
· Developing hypotheses
· Formulating models, tables, charts, and graphs
· Observing
· Measuring
· Defining operationally
· Communicating
· Predicting
· Collaborating
· Writing lab reports/scientific journals

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5. Think critically and logically to make inferences and describe relationships between evidence and explanations.

Example: relating condensation in a terrarium to stages of the water cycle

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6. Investigate alternative explanations of experimental results.

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7. Use available technology to communicate scientific procedures and to defend explanations.

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8. Use mathematics in scientific inquiry.

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9. Demonstrate an understanding of the relationships among science, technology, and society past and present.
· Explaining how scientists use technology in scientific research
· Recognizing the importance of science and technology to many careers
· Demonstrating an understanding of the impact of society on human health and environmental conditions
· Recognizing contributions of science to development of technology and changes in society

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PHYSICAL SCIENCE

 

Forces and Motions

 

14. Demonstrate that change in motion is a result of applying unequal forces.
· Speed
· Direction

Examples: tug-of-war, seesaw

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15. Recognize that forces can act from a distance.

Examples: ball falling to the Earth, magnet picking up nails, comb attracting bits of paper

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16. Recognize that gravity is a force that pulls objects toward the Earth's center.

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18. Compare the amount of force required to do work with and without the use of tools.

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Energy

 

19. Explain ways that energy is useful.

Examples: to do work, to heat water

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20. Recognize sources and processes that produce heat.
· Fossil fuels
Examples: coal, oil, gas
· Electricity
· Nuclear power
· Decaying compost
· Friction

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21. Recognize the effects of heat on matter.

Examples: ice melts, water boils, water evaporates

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23. Explain how energy from the sun is used.
· Producing food in plants (photosynthesis)
· Heating the Earth's surface
· Generating electricity in solar panels

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EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE

 

Earth in Space

 

38. Relate predictable patterns to regular movement of objects in the solar system.

Examples: day and night, month and year, phases of the moon

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39. Associate the Earth's revolution with the seasons.

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40. Describe star patterns and constellations.

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41. Identify purposes of artificial satellites that orbit the Earth.

Examples: weather, communication, remote sensing

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Ordered Universe

 

42. Recognize that telescopes are used to study distant objects.

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43. Recognize that the Earth's solar system is a star-centered system.

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Fourth Grade

PROCESS AND APPLICATION

 

Students will:

 

1. Identify questions that can be answered through scientific investigations.

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2. Use appropriate tools and technology resources to gather, analyze, and interpret data.

Examples: calculators, microscopes, cameras, sound recorders, computers, hand lenses, rulers, thermometers, meter sticks, timing devices, balances, compasses, maps

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3. Demonstrate the ability to perform safe and appropriate manipulation of materials, living organisms, scientific equipment, and technology.

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4. Use appropriate skills to design and conduct a scientific investigation.
· Acquiring, processing, recording, and interpreting data
· Identifying dependent and independent variables (cause and effect) and their relationships
· Sorting and classifying
· Experimenting
· Analyzing
· Developing hypotheses
· Formulating models, tables, charts, and graphs
· Observing
· Measuring
· Defining operationally
· Communicating
· Predicting
· Collaborating
· Writing lab reports/scientific journals

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5. Think critically and logically to make inferences and describe relationships between evidence and explanations.

Example: relating sinking and floating to weight and size

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6. Investigate alternative explanations of experimental results.

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7. Use available technology to communicate scientific procedures and to defend explanations.

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8. Apply mathematical knowledge and skills to scientific investigations.
· Computation
· Probability (most/least likely outcomes)
· Graphing (bar, line, circle, pictograph)
· Fractions and decimals
· Arithmetic mean
· Measurement (metric)

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9. Demonstrate an understanding of the relationships among science, technology, and society past and present.
· Explaining how scientists use technology in scientific research
· Recognizing the importance of science and technology to many careers
· Demonstrating an understanding of the impact of society on human health and environmental conditions
· Identifying contributions of Alabama scientists

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PHYSICAL SCIENCE

 

Forces and Motions

 

13. Recognize that distance affects the strength of force between objects.

Example: the closer a magnet gets to iron filings, the quicker the iron filings are attracted to the magnet

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14. Explain how force affects speed and direction.

Examples: a push on a moving skater makes the skater go faster, a moving car hit from the side changes direction, friction slows an object

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Energy

 

15. Demonstrate that light travels from one place to another.
· Illuminating objects
· Forming shadows
· Reflecting images and light

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16. Describe interactions of light and matter.
· Reflection
· Refraction
· Translucency
· Transparency
· Opacity

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21.Describe the production, transmission, and characteristics of sound waves.

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EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE

 

Dynamic Earth

 

Students will:

 

31. Recognize evidence of the sun as the Earth's major source of energy.
· Plant growth
· Creation of winds
· Water cycle

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Earth in Space

 

35. Describe the basic components of the solar system.

Examples: planets, moons, asteroids, comets, sun, meteors

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36. Compare the relative scale of the Earth to other components of the solar system.
· Planets
· Moons
· Sun

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37. Describe the apparent movement of objects across the sky.

Examples: stationary sun appearing to rise and set, movement of the constellations in relation to the Earth

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38. Identify technological advances and other benefits that result from space exploration.

Examples: laser, pacemaker, dehydrated food, flame-retardant clothing, global positioning system (GPS)

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Ordered Universe

 

39. Describe the characteristics of the sun.

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40. Compare stars, planets, and moons.
· Appearance
· Movement
· Size
· Distance
· Composition

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Fifth Grade

PROCESS AND APPLICATION

 

Students will:

 

1. Identify questions that can be answered through scientific investigations.

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2. Use appropriate tools and technology resources to gather, analyze, and interpret data.

Examples: calculators, microscopes, cameras, sound recorders, computers, hand lenses, rulers, temperature probes, balances, meter sticks, timing devices, compasses, collecting nets, maps

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3. Demonstrate the ability to perform safe and appropriate manipulation of materials, living organisms, scientific equipment, and technology.

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4. Use appropriate skills to design and conduct a scientific investigation.
· Acquiring, processing, recording, and interpreting data
· Identifying dependent and independent variables (cause and effect) and their relationships
· Sorting and classifying
· Experimenting
· Analyzing
· Developing hypotheses
· Formulating models, tables, charts, and graphs
· Observing
· Measuring
· Defining operationally
· Communicating
· Predicting
· Collaborating
· Writing lab reports/scientific journals

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5. Think critically and logically to make inferences and describe relationships between evidence and explanations.

Example: relating length of string to frequency of pendulum swings

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6. Investigate alternative explanations of experimental results.

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7. Use available technology to communicate scientific procedures and to defend explanations.

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8. Apply mathematical knowledge and skills to scientific investigations.
· Computation
· Probability
· Graphing (bar, line, circle, pictograph)
· Variables
· Fractions and decimals
· Arithmetic mean, mode, median, range
· Measurement (metric)

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9. Demonstrate an understanding of the relationships among science, technology, and society past and present.
· Explaining how scientists use technology in scientific research
· Recognizing the importance of science and technology to many careers
· Demonstrating an understanding of the impact of society on human health and environmental conditions
· Recognizing contributions of science to development and design of technology

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PHYSICAL SCIENCE

 

Forces and Motions

 

11. Recognize that gravity is a force that pulls every mass toward every other center of mass in the universe.

Examples: objects falling when released, objects rolling down ramps, objects orbiting planets and the sun

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Energy

 

16. Recognize that heat flows from hot materials to cold materials.

Example: melting of ice cubes at room temperature

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17. Describe methods of energy transfer.
· Conduction
· Convection
· Radiation

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EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE

 

Earth in Space

 

30. Analyze effects of the sun on the Earth.

Examples: plant growth, winds, ocean currents, water cycle, seasons

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31. Describe technology used to investigate the Earth.

Examples: sonar, radar, seismograph, laser, satellite sensors

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32. Identify technology used to update knowledge about the Earth/solar system.

Examples: orbiting spacecraft, aircraft, weather balloons, remote sensing systems

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Ordered Universe

 

33. Describe the components of the universe.

Examples: star systems, galaxies, black holes, nebulae

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34. Describe how instruments are used to observe the universe.

Examples: telescopes (Hubble, radio, light, x-ray); space probes

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Sixth Grade

PROCESS AND APPLICATION

 

Students will:

 

1. Identify questions that can be answered through scientific investigations.

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2. Design experiments and use appropriate tools and technology to gather, analyze, and interpret data.

Examples: thermometers, microscopes, balances, computers, electronic probeware

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3. Demonstrate the ability to perform safe and appropriate manipulation of materials, scientific equipment, and technology.

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4. Use proper procedures in the handling and care of living organisms and specimens derived from living things.

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5. Use appropriate skills to design and conduct a scientific investigation.
· Acquiring, processing, and interpreting data
· Identifying dependent and independent variables and their relationships
· Identifying cause and effect
· Sorting and classifying
· Controlling and manipulating variables
· Designing and analyzing investigations
· Developing hypotheses
· Formulating models, tables, charts, and graphs
· Keeping accurate records
· Observing
· Measuring

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6. Express measurements in appropriate Systeme International (SI) units.

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7. Use scientific evidence to develop descriptions, explanations, predictions, and models.

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8. Explain relationships between evidence and explanations.

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9. Evaluate explanations and scientific theories of natural phenomena.

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10. Communicate orally and in writing scientific procedures and explanations.

Examples: laboratory reports, science projects, PowerPoint presentations, science journals

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11. Use appropriate mathematics in all aspects of scientific inquiry.

Examples: graphs, ratio and proportions, estimation, fractions, percents

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12. Explain the use of technology in scientific research.

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13. Explain the importance of science and technology to many careers.

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14. Exhibit legal and ethical behaviors necessary for responsible scientific investigations.

Examples: avoiding plagiarism; altering data, hypotheses, or results; proper care of animals

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15. Demonstrate the use of computer skills in scientific investigations.

Examples: electronic reference sources; data management and analysis; preparation, presentation, and communication of results

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16. Explain how scientific discoveries have been influenced by historical events and cultures, including technological advances.

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PHYSICAL SCIENCE

 

Forces and Motions

 

19. Describe the relationship of magnitude of force to distance between two objects.
· Magnets (magnetic force)
· Charged objects (electrical force)
· Masses (gravitational force)

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20. Relate force and motion to work.

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Energy Transfer and Transformation

 

23. Describe the relationship between electricity and magnetism.

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24. Explain the law of conservation of energy and its relation to energy transformation.

Examples: chemical to electrical, chemical to heat, electrical to light, electrical to mechanical, electrical to sound

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25. Describe methods of heat transfer.
· Conduction
· Radiation
· Convection

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EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE

 

Dynamic Earth

 

Students will:

 

39. Describe technology that monitors the Earth and outer space.

Examples: weather satellites used to monitor storms and other weather systems, radio telescopes

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Earth in Space

 

43. Compare the biological and geological features of the Earth and other bodies in the solar system.
· Relative size and position
· Composition
· Ability to support life

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Seventh Grade

PROCESS AND APPLICATION

 

Students will:

 

1. Identify questions that can be answered through scientific investigations.

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2. Design experiments and use appropriate tools and technology to gather, analyze, and interpret data.

Examples: thermometers, microscopes, balances, computers, electronic probeware

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3. Demonstrate the ability to perform safe and appropriate manipulation of materials, scientific equipment, and technology.

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4. Use proper procedures in the handling and care of living organisms and specimens derived from living things.

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5. Use appropriate skills to design and conduct a scientific investigation.
· Acquiring, processing, and interpreting data
· Identifying dependent and independent variables and their relationships
· Identifying cause and effect
· Sorting and classifying
· Controlling and manipulating variables
· Designing and analyzing investigations
· Developing hypotheses
· Formulating models, tables, charts, and graphs
· Keeping accurate records
· Observing
· Measuring

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6. Express measurements in appropriate Systeme International (SI) units.

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7. Use scientific evidence to develop descriptions, explanations, predictions, and models.

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8. Explain relationships between evidence and explanations.

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9. Evaluate explanations and scientific theories of natural phenomena.

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10. Communicate orally and in writing scientific procedures and explanations.

Examples: laboratory reports, science projects, PowerPoint presentations, science journals

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11. Use appropriate mathematics in all aspects of scientific inquiry.

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12. Explain the use of technology in scientific research.

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13. Explain the importance of science and technology to many careers.

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14. Exhibit legal and ethical behaviors necessary for responsible scientific investigations.

Examples: avoiding plagiarism; altering data, hypotheses, or results; caring properly for animals

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15. Demonstrate the use of computer skills in scientific investigations.

Examples: electronic reference sources; data management and analysis; preparation, presentation, and communication of results

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16. Explain how scientific discoveries have been influenced by historical events and cultures, including technological advances.

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PHYSICAL SCIENCE

 

Properties and Changes in Matter

 

Students will:

 

19. Classify substances based on their properties.
· Elements
· Compounds
· Mixtures

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21. Identify the number of protons, electrons, and neutrons in atoms of common elements using the atomic number and mass number.

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Energy Transfer and Transformation

 

22. Describe the characteristics of a wave.
· Wavelength
· Frequency
· Speed
· Amplitude

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23. Describe how waves travel through different kinds of media.

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24. Explain how energy is transferred through waves.
· Earthquake waves
· Sound waves
· Water waves
· Electromagnetic waves

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25. Explain physical interactions of light and matter and their effect on color perception.
· Refraction
Example: rainbow
· Absorption
Examples: reflection from a colored object, transmission through a colored liquid
· Transmission
Examples: scattering, absorption, or refraction as light passes through a material
· Scattering
Examples: red sky at sunset, blue sky

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26. Differentiate among reflection, refraction, and diffraction of waves.

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27. Compare the uses of sound, light, radio, and microwave energy to transfer information.

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EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE

 

Earth in Space

 

43. Describe how gravity is a force pulling toward an object's center of mass.

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44. Identify regular movements of the Earth, moon, and sun that determine patterns.
· Day, month, year
· Phases of the moon
· Eclipses
· Tides
· Seasons

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Eighth Grade

PROCESS AND APPLICATION

 

Students will:

 

1. Identify questions that can be answered through scientific investigations.

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2. Design experiments and use appropriate tools and technology to gather, analyze, and interpret data.

Examples: thermometers, microscopes, balances, computers, electronic probeware

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3. Demonstrate the ability to perform safe and appropriate manipulation of materials, scientific equipment, and technology.

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4. Use proper procedures in the handling and care of living organisms and specimens derived from living things.

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5. Use appropriate skills to design and conduct a scientific investigation.
· Acquiring, processing, and interpreting data
· Identifying dependent and independent variables and their relationships
· Identifying cause and effect
· Sorting and classifying
· Controlling and manipulating variables
· Designing and analyzing investigations
· Developing hypotheses
· Formulating models, tables, charts, and graphs
· Keeping accurate records
· Observing
· Measuring

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6. Express measurements in appropriate Systeme International (SI) units.

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7. Use scientific evidence to develop descriptions, explanations, predictions, and models.

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8. Explain relationships between evidence and explanations.

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9. Evaluate how observation, experimentation, and data analysis lead to the development of scientific theories.

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10. Communicate orally and in writing scientific procedures and explanations.

Examples: laboratory reports, science projects, PowerPoint presentations, science journals

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11. Use appropriate mathematics in all aspects of scientific inquiry.

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12. Explain the use of technology in scientific research.

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13. Explain the importance of science and technology to many careers.

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14. Exhibit legal and ethical behaviors necessary for responsible scientific investigations.

Examples: avoiding plagiarism; altering data, hypotheses, or results; caring properly for animals

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15. Demonstrate the use of computer skills in scientific investigations.

Examples: electronic reference sources; data management and analysis; preparation, presentation, and communication of results

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16. Explain how scientific discoveries have been influenced by historical events and cultures, including technological advances.

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PHYSICAL SCIENCE

 

Forces and Motions

 

21. Apply Newton's laws of motion to real-world situations.
· Inertia
· Force, mass, acceleration relationships
· Action/reaction

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22. Describe the motion of an object in terms of position, direction, and speed.

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LIFE SCIENCE

 

Diversity and Adaptations

 

26. Evaluate fossils for evidence of how life and environmental conditions have changed.

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EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE

 

Ordered Universe

 

Students will:

 

37. Describe scientific evidence for the origin and evolution of the universe.

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38. Explain the use of the speed of light to measure distances in the universe.

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39. Identify the components of the universe and their relationships.
· Components: constellations, black holes, galaxies, stars, solar systems, asteroids, comets, meteoroids, nebulae, supernovae, quasars
· Relationships: relative size, mass, distance, motion

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40. Explain the general life cycle of a star.
· Formation
· Transitions
· Death
· Hertzsprung-Russell Diagram

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41. Identify technology used to investigate the universe.

Examples: probes, rockets, telescopes, spectroscopes, computer models

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42. Recognize the impact of space exploration on society.

Examples: microwaves, solar panels, fiber optics, satellite communications

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The Senior High Grades

Physical Science Core

PROCESS AND APPLICATION

 

Students will:

 

1. Understand fundamental assumptions about the universe upon which the scientific enterprise is based.
· Concern with natural phenomena
· Discoverable and understandable operation of the universe
· Linking of natural causes with natural effects
· Consistent and predictable operation of the universe

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2. Discuss science as a body of knowledge and an investigative process.
· Unified, open-ended structure of observations set in a testable framework of ideas
· Common purpose and philosophy among the science disciplines
· Limited scope and certainty
· Simple solutions, comprehensive results, clearest and reliable explanations, accurate basis for predictions

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3. Conduct scientific investigations systematically.
· Identifying and framing the question carefully
· Forming a hypothesis
· Identifying and managing variables effectively
· Developing a practical and logical procedure
· Presenting conclusions based on investigation/previous research

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4. Exhibit behaviors appropriate to the scientific enterprise consistently.

Examples: curiosity, creativity, integrity, patience, skepticism, logical reasoning, attention to detail, openness to new ideas

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5. Demonstrate correct care and safe use of instruments, equipment, and chemicals.

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6. Demonstrate the ability to choose, construct, and/or assemble appropriate equipment for scientific investigations.

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online

7. Apply critical and integrated science-thinking skills.
· Observing
· Classifying
· Measuring with appropriate units and significant figures
· Inferring
· Predicting
· Solving problems
· Interpreting data
· Designing experiments
· Formulating hypotheses
· Communicating

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8. Use mathematical models, simple statistical models, and graphical models to express patterns and relationships determined from sets of scientific data.

Example: calculate mean, median, and mode from sample data

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9. Solve for unknown quantities by manipulating variables simultaneously.

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10. Use written and oral communication skills to present and explain scientific phenomena and concepts individually or in collaborative groups using technical and non-technical language.

Examples: laboratory reports, journal entries, computer-based slide show presentations, daily log reports, student presentations

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11. Choose appropriate technology to retrieve relevant information from the Internet such as electronic encyclopedias, indices, and databases.

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online

12. Analyze the advantages and disadvantages of widespread use of and reliance on technology.

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13. Practice responsible use of technology systems, information, and software such as following copyright laws.

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14. Evaluate technology-based options for lifelong learning.

Examples: Internet usage, online/distance learning

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15. Identify the effects of technology on daily life.

Examples: cellular phones, fiber optics, microwaves, lasers

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16. Collect data and construct and analyze graphs, tables, and charts using tools such as computer-based or calculator-based probeware.

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FORCES AND MOTIONS

 

28. Identify the basic natural forces.
· Gravitational
· Electromagnetic
· Strong nuclear
· Weak nuclear

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29. Apply quantitative relationships and associated graphical representations among position, displacement, distance, time, speed, velocity, and acceleration.

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31. Describe relationships between force and motion in Newton's laws.
· Inertia
· Acceleration
· Action/reaction

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32. Apply the quantitative relationships among force, distance, work, time, and power.

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36. Explain the relationships among mass, velocity, force, and momentum.

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INTERACTIONS OF ENERGY AND MATTER

 

39. Illustrate the law of conservation of energy.
· Potential energy to kinetic energy
Example: falling object
· Transformation of energy forms
Example: hairdryer transforming electrical energy to heat energy

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40. Explain methods of heat transfer.
· Conduction
· Radiation
· Convection

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41. Describe the transfer of energy through waves.
· Mechanical energy (energy content as it relates to amplitude)
· Electromagnetic energy (energy content as it relates to frequency)
· Transverse waves
· Longitudinal waves

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42. Identify wave characteristics.
· Wavelength
· Frequency
· Period
· Amplitude
· Speed

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43. Relate physical properties of sound and light to wave characteristics.

Examples: loudness to amplitude, pitch to frequency, color to wavelength and frequency

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44. Analyze interactions of light and matter.
· Prisms
· Concave/convex mirrors
· Concave/convex lenses

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46. Explain the relationship between electricity and magnetism.

Examples: a moving charge creates a magnetic field, a moving magnetic field may induce a current in a closed wire loop

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Physics Core

PROCESS AND APPLICATION

 

Students will:

 

1. Understand fundamental assumptions about the universe upon which the scientific enterprise is based.
· Concern with natural phenomena
· Discoverable and understandable operation of the universe
· Linking of natural causes with natural effects
· Consistent and predictable operation of the universe

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hands-on
online

2. Discuss science as a body of knowledge and an investigative process.
· Unified, open-ended structure of observations set in a testable framework of ideas
· Common purpose and philosophy among the science disciplines
· Limited scope and certainty
· Simple solutions, comprehensive results, clearest and reliable explanations, accurate basis for predictions

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hands-on
online

3. Conduct scientific investigations systematically.
· Identifying and framing the question carefully
· Forming a hypothesis
· Identifying and managing variables effectively
· Developing a practical and logical procedure
· Presenting conclusions based on investigation/previous research

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hands-on
online

4. Exhibit behaviors appropriate to the scientific enterprise consistently.

Examples: curiosity, creativity, integrity, patience, skepticism, logical reasoning, attention to detail, openness to new ideas

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hands-on
online

5. Demonstrate correct care and safe use of instruments and equipment.

video
hands-on
online

6. Demonstrate the ability to choose, construct, and/or assemble appropriate equipment for scientific investigations.

video
hands-on
online

7. Apply critical and integrated science-thinking skills.
· Observing
· Classifying
· Measuring with appropriate units and significant figures
· Inferring
· Predicting
· Solving problems
· Interpreting data
· Designing experiments
· Formulating hypotheses
· Communicating

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hands-on
online

8. Use mathematical models, simple statistical models, and graphical models to express patterns and relationships determined from sets of scientific data.

Example: calculate mean, median, mode, standard deviation, percent error, and linear regressions from sample data

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online

9. Solve for unknown quantities by manipulating variables.

Example: calculating tension

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10. Use written and oral communication skills to present and explain scientific phenomena and concepts individually or in collaborative groups using technical and non-technical language.

Examples: laboratory reports, journal entries, computer-based slide show presentations, daily log reports, student presentations

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hands-on
online

11. Choose appropriate technology to retrieve relevant information from the Internet such as electronic encyclopedias, indices, and databases.

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hands-on
online

12. Analyze the advantages and disadvantages of widespread use of and reliance on technology.

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hands-on
online

13. Practice responsible use of technology systems, information, and software such as following copyright laws.

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hands-on
online

14. Evaluate technology-based options for lifelong learning.

Examples: Internet usage, online/distance learning

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online

15. Identify the uses of technology in scientific applications.

Examples: lasers and optics in industry and medical imaging, communication devices, microelectronics

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16. Collect data and construct and analyze graphs, tables, and charts using tools such as computers or calculator-based probeware.

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online

FORCES AND MOTIONS

 

17. Describe the basic natural forces.
· Gravitational
· Electromagnetic
· Strong nuclear
· Weak nuclear

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18. Understand the interrelationships among mass, distance, force, velocity, acceleration, and time.
· Linear motion
· Uniform circular motion
· Projectile motion

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22. Demonstrate an understanding of momentum.
· Calculating the momentum for a single object and the momenta for a group of objects
· Verifying the law of conservation of momentum from observations of one-dimensional collisions

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23. Explain planetary motion and navigation in space in terms of Kepler's and Newton's laws.

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24. Apply quantitative relationships involving mass, weight, distance, work, power, gravitational potential energy, and kinetic energy.

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26. Describe relationships qualitatively and quantitatively between changes in heat energy and changes in temperature.

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INTERACTIONS OF ENERGY AND MATTER

 

Waves

 

Students will:

 

27. Classify waves according to type.
· Mechanical or electromagnetic
· Transverse or longitudinal

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28. Explain wave behavior in terms of reflection, refraction, and diffraction.

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29. Differentiate between constructive and destructive wave interference.

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30. Relate physical properties of sound and light to wave characteristics.

Examples: loudness to amplitude, pitch to frequency, color to wavelength and frequency, red shift to Doppler effect

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31. Explain the impact of change in media upon the speed, frequency, and wavelength of a wave.

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32. Describe how different components of the electromagnetic spectrum are used for communication purposes.

Examples: laser radiation, microwave radiation, radio waves

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Light

 

33. Demonstrate an understanding of reflection.

Examples: tracing the path of a reflected light ray, predicting the formation of reflected images through tracing of rays and use of the mirror equation

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34. Demonstrate an understanding of refraction.

Examples: tracing and calculating the path of a refracted light ray through prisms using Snell's law, predicting the formation of refracted images through ray tracing and use of the lens equation

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35. Demonstrate an understanding of diffraction.

Examples: Huygen's principle and how it applies to diffraction; calculation of position of bright spots formed by monochromatic light passing through a pair of slits; measurement of wavelength of monochromatic light knowing slit separation, distance to screen, and position of bright spots

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Electricity/Magnetism

 

37. Describe similarities in the calculation of electrical force, magnetic force, and gravitational force between objects.

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39. Identify methods by which an electric field can be created.

Examples: rubbing materials together (friction), using batteries (chemical means), moving a closed loop of wire across a magnetic field

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Astronomy Elective Core

PROCESS AND APPLICATION

 

Students will:

 

1. Understand fundamental assumptions about the universe upon which the scientific enterprise is based.
· Concern with natural phenomena
· Discoverable and understandable operation of the universe
· Linking of natural causes with natural effects
· Consistent and predictable operation of the universe

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hands-on
online

2. Discuss science as a body of knowledge and an investigative process.
· Unified, open-ended structure of observations set in a testable framework of ideas
· Common purpose and philosophy among the science disciplines
· Limited scope and certainty
· Simple solutions, comprehensive results, clearest and reliable explanations, accurate basis for predictions

video
hands-on
online

3. Conduct scientific investigations systematically.
· Identifying and framing the question carefully
· Forming a hypothesis
· Identifying and managing variables effectively
· Developing a practical and logical procedure
· Presenting conclusions based on investigation/previous research

video
hands-on
online

4. Exhibit behaviors appropriate to the scientific enterprise consistently.

Examples: curiosity, creativity, integrity, patience, skepticism, logical reasoning, attention to detail, openness to new ideas

video
hands-on
online

5. Demonstrate correct care and safe use of instruments and equipment.

Example: appropriate viewing of solar eclipses

video
hands-on
online

6. Demonstrate the ability to choose, construct, and/or assemble appropriate equipment for scientific investigations.

video
hands-on
online

7. Apply critical and integrated science thinking skills.
· Observing
· Classifying
· Measuring with appropriate units and significant figures
· Inferring
· Predicting
· Solving problems
· Interpreting data
· Designing experiments
· Formulating hypotheses
· Communicating

video
hands-on
online

8. Use mathematical models, simple statistical models, and graphical models to express patterns and relationships determined from sets of scientific data.

Example: calculate mean, median, and mode from sample data

video
hands-on
online

9. Solve for unknown quantities by manipulating variables.

video
hands-on
online

10. Use written and oral communication skills to present and explain scientific phenomena and concepts individually or in collaborative groups using technical and non-technical language.

Examples: laboratory reports, journal entries, computer-based slide show presentations, daily log reports, student project presentations

video
hands-on
online

11. Choose appropriate technology to retrieve relevant information from the Internet such as electronic encyclopedias, indices, and databases.

video
hands-on
online

12. Analyze the advantages and disadvantages of different forms of technology in studies of near and distant space.

video
hands-on
online

13. Practice responsible use of technology systems, information, and software such as following copyright laws.

video
hands-on
online

14. Evaluate technology-based options for lifelong learning in astronomy and space studies.

Examples: Internet usage, online/distance learning courses, databases, real-time photographs

video
hands-on
online

15. Collect data and construct and analyze graphs, tables, and charts using tools such as computer-based or calculator-based probeware.

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hands-on
online

ORDERED UNIVERSE

 

The Stars

 

Students will:

 

16. Classify stars according to characteristics.
· Temperature
· Relative size
· Composition
· Radial velocity (based on spectral analysis)

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17. Determine the age of a star from its characteristics.

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18. Describe the relationship between formation and nuclear reactions within stars.

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The Solar System

 

20. Discuss the formation of the solar system.

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21. Explain how objects in the solar system move in regular and/or predictable ways.

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22. Compare the planets in terms of orbit, size, composition, rotation, atmosphere, moons, and distance.

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23. Compare factors essential to life on the Earth to conditions on the other planets.
· Temperature
· Gravity
· Atmosphere
· Water

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The Universe

 

24. Demonstrate an understanding that the Earth is part of a planetary system within the Milky Way galaxy, which is part of the known universe.

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25. Describe objects found outside the solar system.

Examples: pulsars, quasars, black holes

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26. Describe formation processes and characteristics of galaxies.

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27. Relate motion of objects within a solar system to such concepts as a "day," a "year," "phases of the moon," and "eclipses."

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28. Understand that common physical laws appear to apply to all bodies in the universe.

Examples: laws of Kepler, Newton, and Einstein (relativity) and ways they affect high-speed travel in space

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29. Evaluate astronomers' use of various instruments to extend the senses and monitor cosmic background radiation to increase knowledge of the universe.
· Optical telescopes
· Radio telescopes
· Spectroscopes
· Cameras
· Spacecraft

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30. Explain the scientific foundation for the current model of the universe.
· Evidence about its content
· Theoretical assumptions based on mathematical and computer-simulated models

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31. Analyze arguments about the various scientific theories on the formation of the universe.
· Big Bang Theory
· Steady State Theory

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32. Assess the spectra generated by the stars and sun as indicators of motion.
· Doppler effect
· Red and blue shifts

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34. Evaluate the life cycle of stars using the Hertzsprung-Russell diagram (H-R diagram).

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35. Evaluate scientific empirical data that estimates the age of the universe.

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Earth and Space Science Elective Core

PROCESS AND APPLICATION

 

Students will:

 

1. Understand fundamental assumptions about the universe upon which the scientific enterprise is based.
· Concern with natural phenomena
· Discoverable and understandable operation of the universe
· Linking of natural causes with natural effects
· Consistent and predictable operation of the universe

video
hands-on
online

2. Discuss science as a body of knowledge and an investigative process.
· Unified, open-ended structure of observations set in a testable framework of ideas
· Common purpose and philosophy among the science disciplines
· Limited scope and certainty
· Simple solutions, comprehensive results, clearest and reliable explanations, accurate basis for predictions

video
hands-on
online

3. Conduct scientific investigations systematically.
· Identifying and framing the question carefully
· Forming a hypothesis
· Identifying and managing variables effectively
· Developing a practical and logical procedure
· Presenting conclusions based on investigation/previous research

video
hands-on
online

4. Exhibit attitudes and habits appropriate to the scientific enterprise consistently.

Examples: curiosity, creativity, integrity, patience, skepticism, logical reasoning, attention to detail, openness to new ideas

video
hands-on
online

5. Demonstrate correct care and safe use of instruments and equipment.

Example: wearing protective goggles when performing fracture tests

video
hands-on
online

6. Demonstrate the ability to choose, construct, and/or assemble appropriate equipment for scientific investigations.

video
hands-on
online

7. Apply critical and integrated science thinking skills.
· Observing
· Classifying
· Measuring with appropriate units and significant figures
· Inferring
· Predicting
· Solving problems
· Interpreting data
· Designing experiments
· Formulating hypotheses
· Communicating

video
hands-on
online

8. Use mathematical models, simple statistical models, and graphical models to express patterns and relationships determined from sets of scientific data.

Example: calculate mean, median, and mode from sample data

video
hands-on
online

9. Solve for unknown quantities by manipulating variables.

Example: earthquake wave amplitudes

video
hands-on
online

10. Use written and oral communication skills to present and explain scientific phenomena and concepts individually or in collaborative groups using technical and non-technical language.

Examples: laboratory reports, journal entries, computer-based slide show presentations, daily log reports, student project presentations

video
hands-on
online

11. Choose appropriate technology to retrieve relevant information from the Internet such as electronic encyclopedias, indices, and databases.

video
hands-on
online

12. Analyze the advantages and disadvantages of different forms of technology in studies of near and distant space.

video
hands-on
online

13. Practice responsible use of technology systems, information, and software such as following copyright laws.

video
hands-on
online

14. Evaluate technology-based options for lifelong learning in earth and space studies.

Examples: Internet usage, online/distance learning courses, databases, real-time photographs

video
hands-on
online

15. Interpret the effects of technology in daily applications.

Examples: weather satellites, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), radioactive dating of rock samples

video
hands-on
online

16. Collect data and construct and analyze graphs, tables, and charts using tools such as computer-based or calculator-based probeware.

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hands-on
online

DYNAMIC EARTH

 

Biogeochemical Cycles

 

Students will:

 

Origin and Evolution of the Earth System

 

18. Interpret the order and impact of events in the geologic past.
· Origin of the Earth system
· Relative and absolute dating techniques
· Statistical models of radioactive decay
· Diversity of life through time
· Fossil evidence of past life

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EARTH IN SPACE

 

ORDERED UNIVERSE

 

Origin and Evolution of the Universe

 

Students will:

 

31. Discuss the formation of the solar system.

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32. Analyze planetary motion using the physical laws that explain motion.
· Rotation
· Revolution
· Apparent diurnal motions of the sun and stars
· Tilt of the Earth's axis
· Parallelism of the Earth's axis

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33. Evaluate astronomers' use of various instruments to extend the senses and increase knowledge of the universe.
· Optical telescopes
· Radio telescopes
· Spectroscopes
· Cameras
· Spacecraft

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34. Explain current scientific theories of the origin of the universe.
· Big Bang Theory
· Steady State Theory

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35. Explain the impact of "classical" scientific thought about the Earth and the universe on contemporary thought.
· Copernicus
· Galileo
· Kepler
· Newton
· Einstein

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36. Examine sources of stellar energies.

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37. Assess the spectra generated by the stars and sun as indicators of motion.
· Doppler effect
· Red and blue shifts

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38. Relate the Hubble law with the concept of an ever-expanding universe.

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39. Evaluate the life cycle of stars using the Hertzsprung-Russell diagram (H-R diagram).

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