6th Grade Science Unit 6

Big Idea:

Earth's energy resources are available on a nearly perpetual basis, while others can be renewed over a relatively short period of time.

Student Expectations:

Focus TEKS

6.7A Research and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using coal, oil, natural gas, nuclear power, biomass, wind, hydropower, geothermal, and solar resources .

Ongoing TEKS

6.1B [Process Standard] Practice appropriate use and conservation of resources, including disposal, reuse, or recycling of materials.

6.2A [Process Standard] Plan and implement comparative and descriptive investigations by making observations, asking well-defined questions, and using appropriate equipment and technology.

6.2B [Process Standard] Design and implement experimental investigations by making observations, asking well defined questions, formulating testable hypotheses, and using appropriate equipment and technology.

6.2E [Process Standard] Analyze data to formulate reasonable explanations, communicate valid conclusions supported by the data, and predict trends.

6.3D [Process Standard] Relate the impact of research on scientific thought and society, including the history of science and contributions of scientists as related to the content.

Student Learning Targets:

• I will research and debate the advantages and disadvantages of renewable and nonrenewable resources.
• Writing: I will write about the advantages and disadvantages of using the energy resources.

Essential Questions:

• What are the advantages and disadvantages of using fossil fuels as an energy resource?
• What are some ways in which you could save energy at home?
• How does the combustion of fossil fuels relate to the greenhouse effect and acid rain formation?
• How would you create an energy management plan for a home or school?

Extra Information:

Adopted Textbook: Accelerate Learning, STEMScopes

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