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Classwork by Unit
Unit 7: History of Life
Unit 6: Earth & Space Systems
Unit 5: Waves & Energy
Unit 4: Electricity & Magnetism
Unit 3: Energy
Unit 2: Motion & Forces
Unit 1: Nature of Science
Homework Assignments
Notebook Table of Contents
Stamp Sheet
Extra Credit
Law of Conservation of Energy
Gottheiner-8th grade Science
Home
Classwork by Unit
Unit 7: History of Life
Unit 6: Earth & Space Systems
Unit 5: Waves & Energy
Unit 4: Electricity & Magnetism
Unit 3: Energy
Unit 2: Motion & Forces
Unit 1: Nature of Science
Homework Assignments
Notebook Table of Contents
Stamp Sheet
Extra Credit
Law of Conservation of Energy
More
Home
Classwork by Unit
Unit 7: History of Life
Unit 6: Earth & Space Systems
Unit 5: Waves & Energy
Unit 4: Electricity & Magnetism
Unit 3: Energy
Unit 2: Motion & Forces
Unit 1: Nature of Science
Homework Assignments
Notebook Table of Contents
Stamp Sheet
Extra Credit
Law of Conservation of Energy
Unit 5: Waves & Energy
Thursday 3/1
Today's Presenters, please get a computer. Presentations will start 10 minutes after the start of class.
Agenda
1. Field Trip Information
2. Turning in WIP project
3. Finish Presentations
Wednesday 2/28
Today's Presenters, please get a computer. Presentations will start 10 minutes after the start of class.
Tuesday 2/27
Today's Presenters, please get a computer. Presentations will start 10 minutes after the start of class.
Monday 2/26
Working On
1. Step 6: Writing Conclusion (using google classroom doc)
2. Step 7: WIP Presentation (uploaded graphs in WIP tab)
Friday 2/16
Working On
1. Step 6: Writing Conclusion (using google classroom doc)
2. Step 7: WIP Presentation (uploaded graphs in WIP tab)
Thursday 2/15
Working On
1. Step 6: Part A Conclusion Research - Use direction slides and this list of possible
research topics
if you need help.
2. Step 6: Writing Conclusion (using google classroom doc)
Wednesday 2/14
Working On
1. WIP Collaborative Discussion
2. Step 6: Part A Conclusion Research
Tuesday 2/13
CW stamps = Detailed Diagram of procedure
GRADING RUBRIC NOW POSTED
Monday 2/12
CW stamps = Detailed Diagram of procedure
GRADING RUBRIC NOW POSTED
LAB WILL BE OPEN TODAY AT LUNCH
Friday 2/9
CW stamps = Detailed Diagram of procedure
LAB WILL BE OPEN TODAY & MONDAY FOR DATA EXTRA WORK TIME!
Thursday 2/8
CW stamps today Detailed Diagram of procedure
LAB WILL BE OPEN TODAY, FRIDAY, & MONDAY FOR DATA EXTRA WORK TIME!
Wednesday 2/7
Homework
Extra Credit: Mantis Shrimp Assignment
Exploratorium Donations!!
Stamps
Progress Check --> Did you get a stamp?
Agenda
Wave Inquiry Project
- Steps 3!
W.I.P. Goals 2/7
Did you get a stamp for exit ticket yesterday?
Yes --> continue working on setting up your experiment steps 3 & 4
No --> You must get more specific about how you are going to measure your responding variable. Re-write your response. Speak to Mrs. Zhang or Mr G for help.
Tuesday 2/6
Homework
Extra Credit: Mantis Shrimp Assignment
Exploratorium Donations!!
Stamps
None - make up stamps Thursday at lunch
Agenda
Wave Inquiry Project
- Steps 2 & 3
W.I.P. Goals 2/6
Monday 2/5
Homework
Extra Credit: Mantis Shrimp Assignment
Give Exploratorium Letter to parent
Stamps
None - make up stamps Thursday at lunch
Agenda
Wave Inquiry Project
1. Explain Project (slides 1-3)
2. Questioning Activity
3. Get Started (Slides 4-6)
W.I.P. Goals 2/5
Friday 2/2
Homework
Extra Credit: Mantis Shrimp Assignment
Give Exploratorium Letter to parent
Stamps for Friday
Digital v Analog Homework p. 64 - HW Stamp
Light Stations Lab p. 65 - CW
Light Behavior Notes - CW
Agenda
NBQ 2/2 - Google Classroom
Exploratorium Field Trip
Opener 2/2
What are the two types of light sensitive cells in humans? What are their functions?
Thursday 2/1
Homework
NBQ 2/2
Stamps for Friday
Digital v Analog Homework p. 64 - HW Stamp
Light Stations Lab p. 65 - CW
Light Behavior Notes - CW
Agenda
Light Stations Lab p. 65 - Review Stations
Light Behavior Notes
Opener 2/1
Take out your Light Stations Lab worksheet.
Wednesday 1/31
Homework
Light Stations Lab due Friday - all parts complete
NBQ 2/2
Digital vs. Analog Signals Homework p. 64
- HW
Agenda
Light Stations Lab p. 65
Opener 1/31
How are sound waves recorded on Vinyl Records?
How do they produce a sound when you play them?
Tuesday 1/30
Homework
Digital vs. Analog Signals Homework p. 64
- due Wednesday 1/31
NBQ Friday 2/2
Stamps
None
Agenda
Light Stations Lab p. 65
Opener 1/30
How do we see?
Monday 1/29
Homework
Digital vs. Analog Signals Homework p. 64
- due wednesday 1/31
NBQ Friday 2/2
Video Permission - Opt out only
Stamps
None
Agenda
Video: Cosmos "A Sky Full of Ghosts"
Opener 1/29
Add a new page for Wave & Electricity Openers on p. 63
Click on this
link
to see the opener for today.
Friday 1/26
Homework
None
Stamps
HW - p. 60 Conclusion & Graph
CW - p. 61 all parts complete
CW - p. 62 Pre-lab and Data Collection (image generator once)
HW - p. 62 Data Analysis, Reflection Qs, & Cl-Ev-R Conclusion
Agenda
1. Review Visualizing Sound Waves Cl-Ev-R
2. Review NBQ 1/17
3. Finish Modeling Digital Signals Lab
I will be open today at lunch to help students before the end of the quarter.
Thursday 1/25
Homework
Finish Modeling Digital Signals lab if not complete in class
Stamps to be given tomorrow
HW - p. 60 Conclusion & Graph
CW - p. 61 all parts complete
CW - p. 61 Pre-lab and Data Collection (image generator once)
HW - p. 62 Data Analysis, Reflection Qs, & Cl-Ev-R Conclusion
Agenda
Modeling Digital Signals -p61 & p62
PLEASE READ THIS:
My son is sick and I need to stay home with him. Please be respectful and helpful to Mr Piccgali.
Your job today is to finish the Modeling Digital Signals Lab.
1. Finish collecting any data
2. Open Presentation linked below the work agenda
3. Complete the Data Analysis by copying and filling the table on slide 19
4. Complete Reflection Section my answering questions on slide 20
5. Write a Cl-Ev-R conclusion following directions on slide 21
I will be open tomorrow at lunch to help student before the end of the quarter. Please be ready!
Wednesday 1/24
Homework
P. 62 pre-lab & data collection for CW stamp due tomorrow
Stamps
HW - p. 60 Conclusion & Graph
CW - p. 61 all parts complete
Agenda
Modeling Digital Signals -p61 & p62
Opener 1/24
Sit with your Modeling Digital Signals lab group. Discuss & respond to the following questions:
How did the first attempt at transmitting a digital signal go?
Were you able to successfully transmit the word?
What obstacles did you come across and how can you fix them?
Tuesday 1/23
Homework
P. 62 pre-lab & data collection for CW stamp
Stamps
HW - p. 60 Conclusion & Graph
CW - p. 61
Agenda
Modeling Digital Signals -p61 & p62
Monday 1/22
Homework
P. 61 notes stamped for CW tomorrow
Stamps
HW - p. 60 Conclusion & Graph
Agenda
Modelling Analog & Digital Communication -p61
Opener 1/22
Do you think the Echolocation (used by Luna and her friends to communicate about fish preferences) is analog or digital?
How do you know?
Friday 1/19
Homework
p. 60 Conclusion & Graph due Monday 1/22
Stamps
CW - p. 60 pre-lab/data
Agenda
Cup Phone Lab p. 60
Opener 1/19
In your own words, explain why whales can hear each other across the ocean.
Do you think this would be possible in air? Explain your answer.
Sound in water video
Thursday 1/18
Homework
Stamp Sheet collection tomorrow!
Cup Phone Lab - Pre-Lab and Data Tables 1/2 complete for tomorrow
Stamps
None
Agenda
Cup Phone Lab p. 60
Lab Open today to make-up Stamps, Labs, and Quizzes!
Opener 1/18
After Watching the Video:
What is the difference between the two gases?
Describe how the sound is traveling differently through each gas.
(You can either draw it or describe it)
Wednesday 1/17
Homework
None
Stamps
Sound Stations 56 & 57 (CW x 2)
Sound station debrief (CW x 2)
Agenda
NBQ 1/17
Opener 1/17
Have your stamp sheet out with your notebook open to page 54.
Tuesday 1/16
Homework
Sound Station Lab due tomorrow
Notebook Quiz tomorrow - remember your SMART Goals!
Stamps
None
Agenda
1. Sound Station Debrief p. 58
Opener 1/16
Mark your homework in your planner and open your notebook to page 58.
Friday 1/12
Homework
Sound Station Lab due Wednesday
Stamps
CW p. 55 ( DATA COLLECTED & Averages Calculated)
HW p. 55 (Graph, Conclusion, and EL graphs)
CW p 54 SMART Goal setting
Agenda
1. Sound Station Lab
p. 56 & 57
Breaking Glass Video
Follow up Video to glass breaking
Opener 1/12
1) Compare the difference in wave pattern between the two types of string: acrylic (plastic), and steel (metal)
2) Compare the difference in wave pattern between louder volume notes and softer volume notes.
Guitar Video Link
Thursday 1/11
Homework
Promotion Standards Sheet signed x2 by Friday
NBQ Wednesday 1/17
Stamps
CW p. 55 ( DATA COLLECTED & Averages Calculated)
HW p. 55 (Graph, Conclusion, and EL graphs)
CW p 54 SMART Goal setting
Agenda
1. Sound Station Lab
p. 56 & 57
Breaking Glass Video
Follow up Video to glass breaking
Opener 1/11
The animation below is a model of a sound wave (longitudinal)
Write one thing you notice about the animation. Describe one thing you wonder about it.
Lab 101 is open today to make-up work and help!
Wednesday 1/10
Homework
Wave Frequency Lab due tomorrow
Promotion Standards Sheet signed x2 by Friday
NBQ Postponed until Wednesday 1/17
Stamps
CW p. 55 ( DATA COLLECTED & Averages Calculated)
Agenda
1. 2018 S.M.A.R.T Goal Setting p. 54
2. Wave Frequency Lab - Explore Learning
Opener 1/10
Ripples and Ocean waves both have wave properties like the pendulum.
Compare and Contrast. Which properties of Ripples and Ocean Waves are the same? Which properties would be different.
Draw pictures and label the properties to show your ideas.
Tuesday 1/9
Homework
Wave Frequency Lab due Thursday 1/11
Promotion Standards Sheet signed x2 by Friday
NBQ Friday!
Stamps
CW p. 55 (All DATA COLLECTED!)
Agenda
1. Wave Frequency Lab p. 5
5
Opener 1/9
Get the following materials from the front of the room & then WAIT to start the lab.
1 meter stick
1 ruler
Either the long string with washers or the short (doesn't matter which you start with)
1 timer
Put your Cl-Ev-R Conclusions at the end of the table...make sure your name is on it!
Monday 1/8
Homework
Cl-Ev-R Conclusion p. 53 due tomorrow
Wave Frequency Lab due Thursday 1/11
Promotion Standards Sheet signed x2 by Friday
NBQ Changed to Wednesday next week!
Stamps
None
Agenda
1. Wave Frequency Lab p. 5
5
Opener 1/8
With your group, explore and respond to the following questions with the slinky tool:
1. How can you create two different repeating patterns (waves) using the slinky? Draw them
2. For each type, how can create a bigger or smaller wave?
3. What's moving through the wave? How do you know?
Friday 1/5
Homework
Cl-Ev-R Conclusion p. 53 due Tuesday 1/9
Stamps
p. 52 HW/CW
p. 53 CW
Agenda
1. Wrapping up Speaker Investigation p. 52
2. S.M.A.R.T. Goal Setting p. 54
3. Promotion Standards discussion
Opener 1/5
Reflect on Wednesday Speaker Activity:
Name at least 3 things you would try to change about your speaker to try to make it work better (louder, clear sound).
Have your Speaker Investigation & Stamp Sheet out for a HW stamp (pre-lab and diagram)
Thursday 1/4
Homework
Cl-Ev-R Conclusion p. 53 due Tuesday 1/9
Stamps
None today - will stamp tomorrow p. 52
Agenda
1. Visualizing Sound Waves p. 53
Thursday 1/4
If you could see a sound wave and a light wave, what do you think they would look like?
How would they be similar? How would they be different?
1- Visualizing Sound Waves
Wednesday 1/3
Homework
Speaker Investigation DIAGRAM ONLY due Thursday
Stamps
None
Agenda
1. Speaker Investigation p. 52
Wednesday 1/3
Copy the homework into your planner and have it out on your desk.
1b- Speaker Investigation
Tuesday 1/2
Homework
None
Stamps
None
Agenda
1. New Seats
2. Group Challenge
3. Classroom Policies Kahoot!
Opener 1/2
Make 2 new openers pages titled "Waves and Energy" on pages 50-51
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