Friday, October 30, 2015
The Universe How Big, How far, How fast - Documentary - HD 720p
This is the video about the scale model of the solar system that was shown in class. The entire video is great.
To Scale: The Solar System:A BONUS opportunity for the second nine-weeks
Watch this video. What do you notice? Respond to the following question and earn 1 bonus point.
Why is this model a good model and why is it better than the one we made in class?
Criteria to earn 1 Bonus point. Choose one of the following
Why is this model a good model and why is it better than the one we made in class?
Criteria to earn 1 Bonus point. Choose one of the following
- Write a 3-5 paragraph response.
- Draw a comic strip (5 panels).
- Develop a one panel editorial type cartoon that responds to the question.
- Compose a song that responds to the prompt and video yourself performing it or perform it live in class. (all videos must be e-mailed or a link sent to smithp8@duvalschools.org)
- Choose your own way to respond to the question, but your choice should be pre-approved.
Tuesday, October 20, 2015
Wednesday, October 14, 2015
Wednesday 10/14/2015
Look back 2 posts to see everything that is due on Thursday and Friday. Be sure to do your home learning.
A BONUS OPPORTUNITY FOR SECOND GRADING PERIOD
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Sunday, October 11, 2015
Monday Assignments 10/12/2015 and Tuesday Assignments 10/13/2015 and Wednesday update
Here are your assignments that I expect you will have finished by the next class. Some you have already completed, but let's make sure. I've added some follow up activities that entail using your book.
- Gravity and Orbit Simulation
Students will explore the Gravity and Orbit simulation to develop a testable question, gather and analyze data. Work in a group and develop TESTABLE QUESTIONS. Have another group review your questions. Then pick a question, develop a hypothesis, and gather data. Use observations to write a concluding statement.
- Modeling Elliptical Orbits
In this investigation, you will make models of planetary orbits. Johannes Kepler revolutionized astronomy when he proved that planetary orbits are ellipses, not perfect circles. His first law of planetary motion states that planetary orbits are ellipses (ovals) that have the sun as one focus and an empty point in space as the other focus.
FOLLOW UP ACTIVITY Answer # 6 on p. 119 in FOCUS
- Law of Universal Gravitation Investigation In this investigation, students will use a model of the Earth on a string to explore the relationship between the Earth and the Sun around which it revolves.
FOLLOW UP ACTIVITY Do the Math on p. 121 in FOCUS
- Gravity Guided Notes
- Gravity Lesson Review pg. 129
- Achieve 3000 article: Floating Free (w/analysis sheet)
NEW ASSIGNMENTS
Focus Unit 3 Lesson 1 (3-1). Complete # 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 10, and 12. Be sure to read all of the passages.
Focus Unit 3 Lesson 1 (3-1). Complete # 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 10, and 12. Be sure to read all of the passages.
Read
and take notes on http://solarsystem.nasa.gov/news/2009/02/25/our-solar-system-galileos-observations-of-the-moon-jupiter-venus-and-the-sun
Your
notes should identify a technology and describe how advancements in that technology
helped to improve our understanding of the solar system. Your notes
should also explain how a scientist modified the work of those who came before him
to create more current models of the solar system. Answer #13 p. 111 of Fusion.
Home Learning
1. work on your Science Project Log. Everything you do, think about, read about, or talk about for your own project should be in your log.
2. FOCUS book pp. 102-103. Check out the timeline. Complete Take it Home #1 Think About It. Discuss your findings and thinking with your parents. Did you share something new with them? Do they see crewed missions to distant places in your future?
3. go to
http://solarsystem.nasa.gov/news/2015/10/01/whats-up-october-2015 and find out when the next meteor showers are along with what's happening in space this month.
Friday, October 09, 2015
Update: October 09, 2015
In class students areworking through the following Gravity activity stations:
- Gravity and Orbit Simulation
Students will explore the Gravity and Orbit simulation to develop a testable question, gather and analyze data. - Modeling Elliptical Orbits
In this investigation, you will make models of planetary orbits. Johannes Kepler revolutionized astronomy when he proved that planetary orbits are ellipses, not perfect circles. His first law of planetary motion states that planetary orbits are ellipses (ovals) that have the sun as one focus and an empty point in space as the other focus. - Law of Universal Gravitation InvestigationIn this investigation, students will use a model of the Earth on a string to explore the relationship between the Earth and the Sun around which it revolves.
Students will be given ample time in class to complete all three activities.
Note – These are other Classwork & Home Learning Activities that should have ALREADY been completed:
- Gravity Guided Notes
- Gravity Lesson Review pg. 129
- Achieve 3000 article: Floating Free (w/analysis sheet)
Monday, October 05, 2015
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT SCIENCE PROJECT OPTIONS
The following letter is being distributed in class on Monday (Bday) and Tuesday (A day). A copy must be returned no later than Thursday, October 8.
Dear Students and Parents,
All students at Julia Landon College Preparatory and
Leadership Development School are expected to complete a science project. This
year students in the eighth grade may choose from several options for their
project. Each option has guidelines for completion. Student projects will be
graded according to appropriate criteria for the option chosen. By choosing an
option, a student is committing to completing that style of project. Parents
must approve the option chosen by their child. It is each student’s
responsibility to choose an option, obtain parental permission to complete the
option, and complete the project according to established rules and/or
policies.
The options possible include
o
A project that is completed in class.
Students may use Gizmo simulations for this project or may conduct an approved
experiment in the classroom. A student who completes an in-class project is not
eligible to enter the school science fair. Students are expected to present
their projects in class. Students will still be responsible for all parts of a
traditional science project including forms, research, and data collection.
Students
who are highly motivated and wish to complete an independent project outside of
the classroom may choose one of the options to do so and can receive ongoing
mentorship from JLCP science teachers after school .
o
An individual science project that follows
the traditional format. Each student will complete all forms required for the
project. All rules for Intel –ISEF, SSEF, and NEFRSEF will be followed.
Projects in this option are eligible to seek entry into the school science
fair. Participants of the school science fair are eligible to be selected to
advance on to the DCPS science fair and/or NEFRSEF. Winners at NEFRSEF may be
selected to attend the Florida Science Fair. Rules and information about forms
and dates can be found at http://www.nefrsef.org/ . Teacher
assistance will be available in class and students who choose this option are
eligible to meet with interested and available science teachers for after
school coaching on Thursday afternoons.
o
The Verizon Innovative App Challenge. In this
option, students work on a team
of 5-7 students.The team must have an adult advisor who works at JLCP. Full
information can be found at http://appchallenge.tsaweb.org/participants. Students
are expected to present their projects in class. Teacher assistance will be
available in class and students who choose this option are eligible to meet
with interested and available science teachers for after school coaching on
Thursday afternoons.
o
Toshiba ExploraVision. In this option,
students work on a team of 2-4 students. The team is sponsored by a teacher
from JLCP. Full information can be found at http://www.exploravision.org/
.Students are expected to present their projects in class. Teacher assistance
will be available in class and students who choose this option are eligible to
meet with interested and available science teachers for after school coaching
on Thursday afternoons.
o
E-cybermission. In this option, student teams
choose to complete a mission in one of seven categories by first identifying a
problem in the community and then using the scientific method to develop a
solution. Full information can be found at https://www.ecybermission.com/.
Students are expected to present their projects in class. Teacher assistance
will be available in class and students who choose this option are eligible to
meet with interested and available science teachers for after school coaching
on Thursday afternoons.
Please complete the following and submit it to
your teacher.
□ I
decline the offer to complete an independent project outside of class. I choose to participate in the in-class
projects instead. I understand that
because these are group projects, I will be not be invited to compete at a
science fair. (Note: Group
projects are permitted in high school.)
□ I would
like to complete an independent science project outside of the classroom. I understand that by completing an
independent project, I may be invited to compete at a science fair. I understand that I may receive after-school
mentorship to assist me with my independent project.
For students
who are interested in completing an independent science project outside of the
classroom, please indicate which option you are selecting.
[ ] An
individual science project that follows the traditional format. Rules and
information about forms and dates can be found at http://www.nefrsef.org/ .
[ ] The
Verizon Innovative App Challenge. Full information can be found at http://appchallenge.tsaweb.org/participants.
An informational meeting to answer questions and
begin selecting a focus for the research process selected will be held on Thursday
October 8th from 3:10-4pm. Please arrange transportation. Parents
are welcome to attend. Please return this form no later than Thursday,
October 8, 2015.
Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions or concerns.
Pamela L. Smith, NBCT and Daniel Geary
Advanced
Comprehensive Science 3 Teachers
**REQUIRED** The section below must be completed and will be kept on file for each student. Parents, by signing you are agreeing to the option that your child has chosen.
Student Name_______________________________________________
Student Signature _________________________________________
Parent Name _____________________________________________
Parent Signature _________________________________________
Parent Contact Number ____________________________________
Parent e-mail ________________________________________
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