Science

=En Fuego Science 7th Grade=

Note: Students may check out a book from the library if they would like a textbook at home.
=Here's what we will be working on this year!=

=__** 7th Grade Science Curriculum Outline **__= Essential Question: How do scientists study the world around them?
 * I. Inquiry **
 * 1) Developing Investigations
 * 2) Conducting Investigations
 * 3) Evaluating and Analyzing Results
 * 4) Communicating Results

Essential Question: How do humans interpret and use energy from waves?
 * II. Matter and Energy **
 * 1) Property of Waves
 * 2) Sound
 * 3) Light
 * 4) Electro-Magnetic Spectrum

Essential Question: How are forces that act upon an object related to its motion?
 * III. Force and Motion **
 * 1) Motion of Objects
 * 2) Types of Forces
 * 3) Newton’s Laws of Motion
 * 4) Mechanical Systems

Essential Question: How does the organization of the solar system allow scientists to predict patterns of interaction among celestial bodies?
 * IV. The Universe **
 * 1) Our Solar System
 * 2) Sun, Earth, and Moon Systems

Essential Question: How do Earth’s surface and atmosphere impact weather?
 * V. Earth’s Systems **
 * 1) Atmosphere, Weather, and Climate
 * 2) Heat Transfer
 * 3) Water Cycle

Essential Question: How has human activity affected the quality of life and the environment?
 * VI. Science, Technology, and Human Activity **
 * 1) Technology
 * 2) History and Impact of Science

__LEARNING GOAL(S)__: The student will be able to:
Understand the atmosphere is made of a mixture of gases and other particles; Understand how the atmosphere is warmed by heat transfer processes;

__TEST: TUESDAY, MAY 23, 2017__
__This will be the final test of the 4th Quarter. There will not be an opportunity to Reassess due to the short time left on our calendar. Study & be prepared for the test the first time.__

__CURRENT RESOURCES:__
R-C-C Drawings (notes) Video (see below) Video (see below) Text Chapter 3 Foldable notes on Air Masses and Weather Fronts Vocab & Study Guide SUMMARY STUDY GUIDE FOR ALL ATMOSPHERE TOPICS
 * Text - __Earth's Atmosphere__ Chapter 1**
 * 1.1/1.2 Reading Guide
 * 1.3/1.4 Reading Guide
 * Vocabulary Handout
 * Chapter 1 Review
 * Text - __Earth's Atmosphere__ Chapter 2**
 * Vocabulary Handout
 * 2.1/2.2 Reading Guide
 * 2.3/2.4 Reading Guide
 * Chapter 2 Review
 * Denotes classwork/homework assignments designated for a grade. All work, whether it will be collected or not, should be reviewed for the test.

Videos
Bill Nye: The Atmosphere

25 Facts About Earth’s Atmosphere That Are Truly Majestic (11:01) []

25 Alarming Global Warming Statistics (3:56) https://www.youtube.com/watch?annotation_id=annotation_2510936323&feature=iv&index=62&list=PL3Ikn3SKdJHh3ydUUZpusjBVgt3PTPmeH&src_vid=2JC3wmtlqks&v=EOplErdyz0A

Ozone Layer Danger NASA (4:17) [] Whatever Happened to the Hole in the Ozone Layer? D-News (4:29) []
 * Videos – Atmosphere Gases OZONE & GREENHOUSE GASES**

Greenhouse Effect NASAEarthObservatory (3:29) [] Climate Change 101 with Bill Nye (4:09) Nat Geo []

Science to protect the Air We Breath EPA (13:02) [] EPA @ 40 (3:01) []
 * Pollution**

Paris Climate Conference: COP21 Explained CNN (2:09) [] Climate Deal in Paris: Everything You Need to Know D News (4:52) []
 * Climate Conference**

Chapter 2 Bill Nye on Wind []

What is Wind? (3:10) SciShow []

Coriolis Effect Nat Geo (2:57) []

Coriolis Effect Nova PBS (3:05) []

__ A note on grading Classwork/Homework assignments as seen in Infinite Campus: __

Classwork/Homework assignments, such as those listed above under "CURRENT RESOURCES" are typically graded 3, 2, 1, or 0 and entered in Infinite Campus. These assignments are designed to support the Learning Goals, and as such, they are time sensitive. A 0 means it was not done at all. A 1 means work was not done completely or on time, AND not corrected or completed in class as we reviewed the material, OR was turned in after the test was given. A 2 is a late but complete assignment, and a 3 is a complete and on-time assignment. I often ask students to hold their work and use them as a study packet for the assessments. On test day, I collect the assignments and record them in the grade book. A paper left at home, lost in the locker, etc. can be turned in up to the reassessment date, but are of little value (1 point) after that. Similarly, requesting another paper to replace one that was lost, and completing it after the reassessment date will not be recorded as it is not using the assignments as designed.

__REASSESSMENTS - NOTHING IS AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME__
__**In general, to reassess, a student must:**__

1.) Correct the test. This is done in class on the day tests are passed back. Absent that day? Come in during Life Ed to see the Answer Key. 2.) Make Flash Cards for __**all**__ missed test items. QUIZLET or index cards/paper. 3.) Have all work assignments completed - no missing assignments. Check __**Infinite Campus**__ to see that each has been turned in (grades of 3 and 2 acceptable - no zeros or "M"). **Work previously turned in on test day may be returned upon request.** 6.) __Have **all** the above completed and ready to show Mr. Ryan on the designated date at the beginning of Life Ed.__
 * 4.) Complete an additional assignment to demonstrate understanding of the material. Student must show mastery on this assignment to reassess.**
 * 5.)** Present Request Paper to parents with all work completed, and have them READ and SIGN the paper stating they have seen that all work is complete.

__**Failure to follow these steps and meet the deadline will eliminate the opportunity to reassess.**__


 * (Check-in is typically a week after getting the test returned, but time may vary.**
 * Once checked in successfully, the student will have at least two more days to study before taking the reassessment at their next Life Ed.)**

__CONSIDER COMING IN DURING LIFE ED FOR HELP PRIOR TO CHECK IN DATE.__

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** 8th Grade Science Curriculum **
Identify Independent & Dependent Variables Identify Constants and Sources of Error Construct Hypothesis and Conclusion Create Tables and Graphs to display results Periodic Table Atoms / Molecules Chemical Reactions Rocks & Minerals Plate Tectonics Geologic Time Scale Levels of Organization (cells / tissue / organs / systems) Human Body Systems
 * __Inquiry__**
 * __Chemistry__**
 * __Geology__**
 * __Biology__**