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Theory:
Theory:
Projects and Performances are a way for teachers to check for understanding. They allow students the opportunity to use new learning to create original works and in the process have more meaningful learning experiences. There is a research backed shift on what performances and projects should look like in the classroom.
Good Bad Table.pdfRules of Thumb:
If a lab or activity has a pre-established procedure for students to follow, it is NOT inquiry.
Performances and projects should have...
Experiments and Inquiry:
Students need to be taught how to do scientific experimentation. Different amounts of guidance are required depending on each student's individual experience. Beginning students will need much more structure as they work through the scientific process. More experienced students will need very little structure. Gradual release of responsibility from teacher to student is key.
Take for example the following two lab report templates:
Lab Report BLANK.pdfLabortory Report Template 2.pdfThe first lab report template has very little structure and is appropriate for an experienced student. The second lab report has much more structure and clues to help guide the student. It is appropriate for a beginner to intermediate student. Notice that neither template is filled in for the student. Each student will need to design their own hypothesis, materials list, procedure, collect data, analyze the data and conclude the experiment.
Example testable questions for students to investigate might include:
How does changing the mass of a projectile affect the distance it flies?
How does changing the number of wraps of wire around a nail affect the strength of an electromagnet?
How does changing the length of a rocket affect the distance it travels?
How does changing the surface area of an object affect the time it takes to hit the ground?
Heat Shield Tutorial.wmvModels (Engineering):
Students design and create a model that lllustrate an understanding of science concepts. Models are not like art project where students follow a set procedure and end up with a model replica similar to all their classmates. Models are open-ended and can incorporate a variety of designs.
The engineering method is a great way to incorporate the use of models into the classroom.
In the following tutorial, students need to use their knowledge of heat transfer to create a model of a heat shield that can survive for as long as possible.
Graphic Organizers:
A way for students to show their current understanding.
A variety of graphic organizer tools can be utilized. Don't get stuck with Venn diagrams!
Concept Maps
Foldables:
Dioramas:
A visual representation of knowledge used to check understanding of concept.
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