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- 5th - 8th
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Students read and discuss articles presenting two alternative "theories" about the extinction of dinosaurs. They are encouraged to use the criteria which scientists use to get the "best" solution. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students are introduced to the concept of evolution by natural selection from a historical standpoint. They examine the evidence and arguments that support the theory of natural selection. Full Review »
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- 9th
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Students are introduced to the Solar Nebula Theory describing the formation of the solar system. Then they participate as visual representatives of the atoms within a nebular cloud. They act out the collapse of atoms into a protostar and protoplantets. Full Review »
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- 6th - 12th
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Students examine examples showing the relationship among paradigms, theories, hypotheses, and empirical testing. They discuss the relationships and complete worksheets to show understanding. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students compare and contrast the Big Bang Theory and the Cyclic Universe Model. They explain basic properties of the univers which make life possible. They evaluate ideas about the origin of the universe as to their scientific value. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students create a painting that clearly exemplifies the use of primary pigments to make secondary pigments. They demonstrate the distinction between value and saturation. They explain the affect of adjacent colors on each other and discuss Wright's use of color in The Blacksmith's Shop. Full Review »
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- 12th
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Students work in groups to research a scientist that studied germ theory. They work as a class to build a time line about the development of germ theory. A list of scientists is included in the lesson. Following the research, students complete a lab where they prepare bacterial cultures, and test cleaning wipes efficiency in killing germs. Full Review »
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- 9th - 10th
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Students explore the theory of Plate Tectonics. They participate in a simulation in which they re-enact the debate over Plate Tectonics vs. traditional beliefs of stationary continents that were widely accepted during the 1800's and early 1900's. Full Review »
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- 7th - 8th
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Students participate in a Science and Technology unit designed to introduce the particle theory through drama, demonstrations, and hands-on investigations. They assume the role of engineers and design and build a hot tub for their community pool. Project is divided into subtasks in order to integrate necessary information for culminating task. Full Review »
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- 6th - 8th
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Students discuss and define the term "scientific theory." They work in small groups to draft an overview of one theory including details about the theory's evidence and significance. Full Review »
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