In Interim Four, we will be discussing:
Lab Safety/Tools, Scientific Method, Process Skills
Work and Energy, Types of Forces, Newton's Laws
Periodic Table
Space
WEEK OF 5/11
Space - Independent Research
Periodic Table Trends
Review for Semester Exam
NEXT WEEK
Semester Exam
Interstellar Celebration
WELCOME TO 8th GRADE!
Hello 8th graders! I am so excited to be working with you this year. We will be exploring many different aspects of physical science, the study of the inorganic world. We will delve into meteorology, chemistry, physics, and astronomy.
TYPICAL DAY
We will dive into the content using the 5E Model and incorporating the Scientific Method, STEM/STEAM, Phenomenon-Based Learning, and/or Cornell Note Taking
For Each Unit:
Pre-Assessments
Writing Notes in Science Journals
Independent and Group Labs/Projects
Content Vocabulary Practice
Quizzes
Post-Assessments
ALL: Section 13.2 Review Due Monday
Independent Study - Space Research Due Thursday, Vocabulary Quiz Thursday
Exam: Study for Semester Exam
Semester Exam: Tuesday 5/19
*DUE DATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Independent Study - Space: Project Due 5/14