Topic: Applying the Steps to the Scientific Method Kerri Thomas

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Topic Applying the Steps to the Scientific
MethodKerri Thomas

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• Big Ideas
• Scientific investigations involve collecting and
  recording evidence for explaining and making
  sense of the collected data. (inquiry)
• Accurate record keeping is essential for data
  analysis and credibility for the conclusion.
  (nature of science)
• In any particular environment, the growth and
  survival of organisms depend on the physical
  conditions. (life science)

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Differentiating Instruction

• A few examples
• Memory Describe and Identify steps to the
  Scientific Method
• Analytical Compare plants growth (cm) the
  duration of the experiment.
• Creative Design a plan to report experiment
  findings (poster, PowerPoint, written)
• Practical Outcomes Apply the steps for the
  scientific method through experimentation.

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National Board Certified Teachers Key
Proposition 4 Teachers think systematically
about their practice and learn from experience

• Modeling what it means to be an educated person-
  I am planning to take all of the skills and
  knowledge I gained from writing my unit and apply
  it across all areas of the curriculum
• Familiar with and staying abreast with current
  issues, learning theories and instructional
  strategies- In each lesson, I have incorporated
  the Successful Intelligences to meet the needs
  of ALL my students. In addition, students are
  introduced and encouraged to use online graphing
  as well as presenting their report using
  PowerPoint (technology).
• Critically examine their practice on a regular
  basis and incorporate new finding into their
  practice-Teaching my unit, as each lesson is
  introduced and practiced, I am aware that if my
  students are not understanding, I will need to
  make changes I will be aware of this early on
  through formative assessments.