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UNIT
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SKILLS
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TYPE OF ASSESSMENT USED
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Scientific Method |
1. Knowledge of and use of the steps of the scientific method |
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Lab performances
· Worksheets and homework · Teacher observation · Tests: Multi choice Short answer |
Energy |
1. Law of Conservation of Energy: kinetic/potential energy - Energy types:
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Projects:
Construct circuits, electromagnets and electromagnetic devices · Open/free response test · Teacher observation · Lab performances · Worksheets and homework · Tests: Free/open - quizzes Multi choice test |
Forces and Motion | 1. Motion:
- described by position, speed - judged in response to another object’s point - inertia, friction, gravity - Newton’s 3 laws - momentum |
· Class activities |
Geology |
1. Interactions of lithosphere, hydrosphere and atmosphere. 2. Theory of Plate Tectonics/Continental Drift Theory
3. Earthquakes -Types -Causes/destruction -Technology 4. Volcanoes - Types/models - Classification - Ring of fire 5. Weathering and Erosion
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· Paper/pencil |