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April 28, 2006
Classwork (Fri. 4/28)
1. Finish 3-2/3-3 enrichment WS (if did not finish yesterday) and submit.
2. Turn in video discussion questions.
3. Finish project presentations.
4. Play Rock Cycle game.
Homework
1. Update fourth nine weeks gradesheet. I will collect the gradesheet for a "record keeping grade". Use your progress report for reference. Both should be signed and are due on Tues. 5/2
Posted by Brown-Curry at 04:41 PM
Classwork (Thurs. 4/27)
1. View video entitled "Earth's Catastrophic Past" part I, and complete discussion questions.
2. Complete 3-2/3-3 enrichment WS re: Igneous/Sedimentary Rocks and submit.
No homework.
Posted by Brown-Curry at 04:33 PM
April 26, 2006
Classwork (Wed. 4/26)
1. Ch. 21 Test analysis.
2. DEAR time.
3. DEAR response-Summary of thirty-minute reading period. Include details about the characters and what happened. Be sure to include at least two quotes directly from your reading and the pages where they are located.
No homework.
Posted by Brown-Curry at 04:49 PM
April 25, 2006
Classwork (Tues. 4/25)
1. Review Wordwise.
2. Continue project presentations.
3. View video on Rock formation.
No homework.
Posted by Brown-Curry at 04:29 PM
April 24, 2006
Classwork (Mon. 4/24)
1. Share and submit illustrative concept maps on "Rock Classification".
2. Continue project presentations.
3. Begin "Rock Cycle" diagrams. Use p. 95 of the text as a reference to create your own version of the Rock Cycle. I want you to use the words and create your own picture. You should also draw an example of each type of rock and provide at least 2 examples of each type. You also need to complete the wordwise section for Ch. 3 in your WB.
Homework
Finish classwork. Due tomorrow.
Posted by Brown-Curry at 04:53 PM
April 21, 2006
I would like to let you know that I am proud of each of you. Thank you for the outstanding attendance during CRCT week.
I would also like to thank my HR students who provided snacks for the class throughout the week. Have a great weekend. :)
Posted by Brown-Curry at 04:30 PM
Classwork (Fri. 4/21)
1. Finish video on Rocks and Grand Canyon/Geological Past.
2. Work on illustrative concept maps. Use Sec. 3-1 for reference. Check blog entry on 03/23 to review the directions for this assignment.
Homework
Finish illustrative concept maps if you did not do so in class. Due Monday.
Posted by Brown-Curry at 04:24 PM
April 20, 2006
Classwork (4/20)
1. Begin project presentations.
2. Begin video:Rocks and geologic past.
No homework.
Posted by Brown-Curry at 04:25 PM
April 19, 2006
Classwork (4/19)
1. Review 3-5 & 3-6 WB and discuss.
2. CRCT practice and test-taking tips.
No homework. Be sure to get plenty of rest tonight. You should also eat a good breakfast in the morning. Good luck on the science portion of the CRCT.
Posted by Brown-Curry at 04:34 PM
April 18, 2006
Classwork (4/18)
CRCT practice- paired. Astronomy and Geology
Homework
Read Sec. 3-5 and 3-6 and complete your WB for both sections.
Due tomorrow.
Posted by Brown-Curry at 04:00 PM
April 17, 2006
Classwork (4/17)
1. Wrap-up for science projects.
2. CRCT practice-paired
No homework. Get plenty of rest. CRCT testing lasts throughout the week.
Posted by Brown-Curry at 04:38 PM
April 13, 2006
Classwork (Thurs. 4/13)
1. Went to computer lab to continue typing the abstract for the science project.
No homework.
Reminder: Tomorrow will be the last day available to finish typing your final report (abstract). Please come to class prepared and expect to maximize your time. You must also bring a book to read and your illustrative concept maps in case you finish your project early.
Posted by Brown-Curry at 04:15 PM
April 12, 2006
Classwork (Wed. 4/12)
1. Reminder to complete thorough analysis of "all" data from project.
2. Discuss conclusions and adjust log accordingly.
3. Update Science Project guidelines. Click at the bottom of the 03/24 entry to see what's new and add to the guideline section in the rear of your log.
4. Review rubric and use as a checklist for project (log & abstract).
5. Work on illustrative concept maps for Sec. 3-1 (began before spring break).
6. DEAR
Homework
Answer the "What Happened?" questions provided during class today. Click below for reference.
Reminder: We will be going to the computer lab today and Friday in order to finish typing our abstract. Remember to bring your log, project packet and rubric and black ink pen to class each day. Think about the sections that you need to complete or revise and be prepared to maximize your time. You must also have your illustrative concept map and a book to read in case your group finishes early.
Directions
What Happened?
Write the following questions in your log under Step V (Observe and Record Data) directly beneath the last entry and answer them in detailed, thorough sentences.
1. Describe what went well during the project.
2. Describe issues or obstacles that you encountered during the project.
3. What could have been done to compensate for (limit) human error?
Note: This question pertains to the procedure and data collection phases of the science project. You should first identify areas of the experiment where human error may have or actually did take place. Then, identify things that could have been done to reduce those errors.
4a. What recommendations do you have regarding the entire project experience?
4b. What recommendations do you have for consumers or your peers?
Note: 4a & 4b should also be reflected in your abstract.
Posted by Brown-Curry at 04:23 PM
April 11, 2006
Classwork (Tues. 4/11)
1. Analyze data for science project and record in log.
2. Identify variables, independent variable, dependent variable and controls for science project.
Homework
Finish identifying all variables (if not done in class). Due tomorrow.
Note: I would like to say how proud I am of those who took initiative over the break to work on their project. That's the nature of a true scientist. We will continue working on the projects for the rest of the week. The final report/log will be due on Mon. 4/17.
Posted by Brown-Curry at 04:19 PM
