Monday 10/25
In Class:
1.Continue working with Inquiry 6.1, pages 76 - 77.
2.Today we will complete All reflections on page 77 and prepare the Inquiry for
collection. Please be sure and correct any incorrect answers during review.
3.You will also be given a packet on eclipses today, please complete it for homework.
It will be due on Wednesday, NO EXCEPTIONS!
Homework: Work on packet,complete by Wednesday.
Tuesday 10/26
In Class:
1. Begin Inquiry 6.2, pages 78-80.
2. Be sure to answer all questions in the procedures, in your notebook.
3. Review the procedures with the class.
4. If time permits begin the reflections on page 80. Do not finish them for homework.
Homework:Finish packet from yesterday. It will be collected tomorrow.
Wednesday 10/27
In Class:
1. Finish and review reflections from Inquiry 6.2. The Inquiry will be collected tomorrow.
2. Review the packet in class today. Have the students make their corrections.
Homework: Be sure your reflections and Inquiry 6.2 are finished for tomorrow.
Thursday 10/28
In Class:
1. Begin Lesson 7 - The Sun As An Energy Source, page 88.
2. Complete "Getting Started" on page 89. Students will examine the radiometer and see how it works. Explain how to use it safely.
Homework: complete Planning sheet for Inquiry 7.1, pages 90-91 - due tomorrow!
Friday 10/29
In Class:
1. Collect planning sheets.
2. Begin and complete Inquiry 7.1, pages 90-91. You will be graded on your participation.
Homework: Have a nice weekend!
Big Changes - Forces ans Motion Unit
Science 7
Louise Maionchi
Forces and Motion
We are about to begin our new unit on forces and motion, also known as physical science. This unit will provide a variety of experiences through guided scientific investigation. As we begin all students will start with Lesson 1, of the text. Each student will proceed at his or her own pace. A required amount of work is to be completed by everyone. The weekly assignment sheets will reflect student expectations for that week. Students capable of successfully working at a faster pace will have access to materials needed to complete each successive lesson. From time to time I will pull the class together for a mini-lesson on the important topics covered by the text.
I believe that this method of learning maximizes differentiation within the classroom. It also enables me to guide students through the process of investigation, while each child learns at a comfortable rate. I have used this same style of teaching very successfully for many years in my home state of New York. The students were excited and had the opportunity to work with other children with similar skills in small groups. I will personally check with each child, on a daily basis to see what is accomplished. Look for my initials in your child’s notebook.
Students must complete the following rubric before approval to begin the next lesson:
Louise Maionchi
Forces and Motion
We are about to begin our new unit on forces and motion, also known as physical science. This unit will provide a variety of experiences through guided scientific investigation. As we begin all students will start with Lesson 1, of the text. Each student will proceed at his or her own pace. A required amount of work is to be completed by everyone. The weekly assignment sheets will reflect student expectations for that week. Students capable of successfully working at a faster pace will have access to materials needed to complete each successive lesson. From time to time I will pull the class together for a mini-lesson on the important topics covered by the text.
I believe that this method of learning maximizes differentiation within the classroom. It also enables me to guide students through the process of investigation, while each child learns at a comfortable rate. I have used this same style of teaching very successfully for many years in my home state of New York. The students were excited and had the opportunity to work with other children with similar skills in small groups. I will personally check with each child, on a daily basis to see what is accomplished. Look for my initials in your child’s notebook.
Students must complete the following rubric before approval to begin the next lesson:
Lesson Completion Grid
Number and Title of Lesson______________________________________________
Section 1 – Notebook
Date Completed Teacher’s Initials or Comments
| Dates included in Notes | | |
| Number and Title of the Inquiry included in Notebook | | |
| Notes and Calculations from the Lesson | | |
| Summary of the Inquiry | | |
| Answers to Questions imbedded in the Lesson | | |
| Summary of Readings Within the Lesson | | |
Section 2 – Student Generated Study Guide
Date Completed Teacher’s Initials or Comments
| Definitions of Key Terms | | |
| A List of Major Concepts how they are used in the Lesson. | | |
| Important Diagrams | | |
Section 3 - Completed and Corrected Inquiries
Title and Number of Inquiry Date Completed Teacher’s Initials or Comments
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Section 4 – Completed Test
Test Score Date Completed Teacher’s comment
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