Learning Objectives

By the end of this WebQuest, learners will be able to:

1. Obtain, evaluate, and communicate information to explain the differences between a physical change and a chemical change.

2. Plan and carry out investigations of physical changes by manipulating, separating and mixing dry and liquid materials. Communicate data from investigations to provide evidence of physical changes. Demonstrate learning through an artifact that scores at least 85% on the Physical and Chemical Changes Presentation Rubric.

3. Plan and carry out an investigation to determine if a chemical change occurred based on observable evidence (color, gas, temperature change, odor, new substance produced). Communicate data from investigations to provide evidence of chemical changes. Demonstrate learning through an artifact that scores at least 85% on the Physical and Chemical Changes Presentation Rubric.

Standards

5th Grade Standards

S5P1. Obtain, evaluate, and communicate information to explain the differences between a physical change and a chemical change.

S5P1 a. Plan and carry out investigations of physical changes by manipulating, separating and mixing dry and liquid materials.

S5P1 c. Plan and carry out an investigation to determine if a chemical change occurred based on observable evidence (color, gas, temperature change, odor, new substance produced).

ELAGSE5RI4 Determine the meaning of general academic and domain-specific words and phrases in a text relevant to a grade 5 topic or subject area.

ELAGSE5RI7 Draw on information from multiple print or digital sources, demonstrating the ability to locate an answer to a question quickly or to solve a problem efficiently.

ELAGSE5RI9 Integrate information from several texts on the same topic in order to write or speak about the subject knowledgeably.

ELAGSE5W2 Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas and information clearly.

ELAGSE5W8 Recall relevant information from experiences or gather relevant information from print and digital sources; summarize or paraphrase information in notes and finished work, and provide a list of sources.

ELAGSE5SL5 Include multimedia components (e.g., graphics, sound) and visual displays in presentations when appropriate to enhance the development of main ideas or themes.

ISTE-S Standards

1 - Empowered Learner - Students leverage technology to take an active role in choosing, achieving, and demonstrating competency in their learning goals, informed by the learning sciences.

1d. Students understand the fundamental concepts of technology operations, demonstrate the ability to choose, use and troubleshoot current technologies and are able to transfer their knowledge to explore emerging technologies.

3 - Knowledge Constructor - Students critically curate a variety of resources using digital tools to construct knowledge, produce creative artifacts and make meaningful learning experiences for themselves and others.

3b. Students evaluate the accuracy, perspective, credibility and relevance of information, media, data or other resources.

3c. Students curate information from digital resources using a variety of tools and methods to create collections of artifacts that demonstrate meaningful connections or conclusions.

5 - Computational Thinker - Students develop and employ strategies for understanding and solving problems in ways that leverage the power of technological methods to develop and test solutions.

5c. Students break problems into component parts, extract key information, and develop descriptive models to understand complex systems or facilitate problem-solving.

6 - Creative Communicator - Students communicate clearly and express themselves creatively for a variety of purposes using the platforms, tools, styles, formats and digital media appropriate to their goals.

6a. Students choose the appropriate platforms and tools for meeting the desired objectives of their creation or communication.

6b. Students create original works or responsibly repurpose or remix digital resources into new creations.

6d. Students publish or present content that customizes the message and medium for their intended audiences.

7 - Global Collaborator - Students use digital tools to broaden their perspectives and enrich their learning by collaborating with others and working effectively in teams locally and globally.

7b. Students use collaborative technologies to work with others, including peers, experts or community members, to examine issues and problems from multiple viewpoints.

7c. Students contribute constructively to project teams, assuming various roles and responsibilities to work effectively toward a common goal.

Implementation and Learners

This WebQuest was designed for 5th-grade students in a mixed ability, Georgia classroom where all content areas are taught. Implementation of the WebQuest could occur during science instruction, ELA small group or independent work time, or any other designated instructional focus opportunities.

This WebQuest includes opportunities for visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learning modalities. The independent learning tasks include videos that incorporate closed-captions to support English Language Learners and students who struggle with literacy. Audio recordings of WebQuest Introduction, Task, Process, Evaluations, and Conclusion pages are provided to also support English Language Learners, ESE students, and struggling readers. Study guides were provided to support kinesthetic and visual learners.

Modifications and Differentiation

ESE Students - Testing accommodations and modifications will be followed as provided by students' IEPs and 504s. Audio directions are provided throughout the WebQuest. Closed captions are available for the YouTube videos. Hard copies of study guides and quizzes could be provided, as needed.

English Language Learners - Audio directions are provided throughout the WebQuest. The text could be translated through Google Translate.

Gifted Students - Additional demonstrations could be included in the presentation. Include a section on the impact physical and chemical changes have on the environment or another approved topic of students' choice.