7 th grade science ms. johnson. understanding scientific explanations *integrating knowledge...

77thth Grade Grade ScienceScience

Ms. Johnson

Understanding Scientific Explanations *Integrating KnowledgeGenerating Scientific Evidence *What is the best way to acquire knowledge?Reflecting on Scientific Knowledge *Compare the expected to the results *Metacognition (Thinking about how you learned)Participating Productively in Science *Learning how to collaborate with others

Observation Inference Collaboration Consultation Research Record Reflect

Question Hypothesis Investigate Result Conclude Reflect What’s the next question?

Four Strands of Science Learning

Units Units

Earth in

Space

Human B

ody

Populations and Ecosystems

Target

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Target

Earth in SpaceEarth in Space

*Sun-Earth-Moon System*Moon Phases*Eclipses*Gravity

Human Body

*Digestive System*Respiratory System*Circulatory System

Populations & Populations & EcosystemsEcosystems

*Ecosystems*Population Dynamics*Interdependence*Energy Transfer*Human Interactions

AssignmentsAssignments

Readings

Inquiry Labs

ProcessingInformation

Include:

Homework

Science Science JournalsJournals

Each student will need three composition science journals.

All assignments must be completed to the best of each student’s ability.

Journals are a resource, study guide, and system to practice knowledge and learning.

HomeworkHomework

Given at the beginning of the school week. Due at the end of the school week. Reviewed for revision/correction at the end of the

week.

Review concepts and skills. Preparation for assessments. Develop independent thinking skills. Preparation for discussions. Develop and practice study habits and skills.

GradingGrading Science Journals Classwork and Homework Summative AssessmentsParticipation

Make-up WorkMake-up Work۞ Science File

۞ Check with classmates

۞ Check Website Science Calendar

۞ Arrangements for after school

Communication With You

Ike pages Phone Web Page E-mail

Ms. Melissa Johnson Room D 104 MJohnson2@everettsd.org (425) 385-7634

http://www.everett.k12.wa.us/eisenhower Go to Teacher Websites. Click on Johnson, Melissa