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Using the Scientific Method to Determine Which Conditions Best Favor Plant Growth
Seventh graders examine how the environment can affect biological processes. They identify the best conditions for the germination of bean seeds. They record and analyze their data. They write about their observations in an essay.
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Review for the Algebra One SOLs
Students review the standards for Algebra I. Using the text, they discover two problems that match each standard and solve them showing all steps on paper. They create a PowerPoint slide for each problem and go through the correct...
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The Demise of Copper's Trading Power
Eighth graders evaluate statistical equations. They examine data from archaeologists at Jamestown, complete statistical equations using the sets of data, and graph the results.
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Gravitational Factors
Students identify the forces that affect the weight of an object. In groups, they determine the proper math model which can demonstrate the attraction between two objects based on gravity. They discuss the relationship between the weight...
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Cooperative Group Lesson Plan
Students work together to develop a city landscape using various symbols. Using the various elements, they justify the placement of each symbol and discover the importance of location and accessibility. They present their landscape to...
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Distribution of children living at home
High schoolers examine census data to evaluate the number of students of certain ages living at home. This data is then used to determine the need for day care, or other social programs. They use this information to explore social policies.
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Enzymes in Action: An Inquiry Approach to the Effects of Enzymes
Students experiment with enzymes as key components of chemical reactions in all living things through this series of lessons.
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Composting
Eighth graders collect data from Bottle Biology compost columns and record using Excel spreadsheet.
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Lotic Environment
Students assemble a classroom river model as an example of a lotic system. They control and measure biotic and abiotic information for the in-class system and compare data with a lotic system in a natural environment.
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Bears
Students complete a variety of bear-related activities. They sort and graph teddy bears, distinguish between real and non-real bears and research bear life cycles and habitats.
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Elodea Lab
Pupils observe the changes between elodea leaves placed in darkness and light. In this life science lesson, students experiment to find evidence of photosynthesis in elodea leaves. Pupils use indicators to detect the presences of...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Algebra Ii: Manipulate Formulas
Manipulate multi-variable formulas to isolate specific variables in order to solve some word problems. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video, or receive hints.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Manipulate Expressions Using Structure
Rewrite an expression containing two unknown variables by choosing a given equation that is equivalent. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video, or receive hints.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Manipulate Formulas
Solve multi-variable formulas for a specific variable in order to solve some word problems.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Independent/dependent Variables: Lesson 2
This lesson will explain the difference between independent and dependent variables. It is 2 of 4 in the series titled "Independent/Dependent Variables."
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Independent/dependent Variables: Lesson 3
This lesson will explain the difference between independent and dependent variables. It is 3 of 4 in the series titled "Independent/Dependent Variables."
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Control and Variable Groups: Lesson 3
This lesson will explain the difference between a control group and variable groups, when using the scientific method. It is 3 of 4 in the series titled "Control and Variable Groups."
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Control and Variable Groups: Lesson 4
This lesson will explain the difference between a control group and variable groups, when using the scientific method. It is 4 of 4 in the series titled "Control and Variable Groups."
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Control and Variable Groups: Lesson 1
This lesson will explain the difference between a control group and variable groups, when using the scientific method. It is 1 of 4 in the series titled "Control and Variable Groups."
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Manipulate Expressions Using Structure
Rewrite an expression containing two unknown variables by using a given equation that contains those variables.
National Association of Geoscience Teachers
Nagt: Variable Rivers
In this activity students will test amount of water, velocity and steepness of a tabletop riverbed to see how it affects a river's depth, width, and delta size.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Chemistry: Scientific Experiments
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Experiments, experimental variables, and experimental controls are discussed.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Independent/dependent Variables: Lesson 1
This lesson will explain the difference between independent and dependent variables. It is 1 of 4 in the series titled "Independent/Dependent Variables."
BBC
Bbc: Manipulation of Aglebraic Expressions
Pick up some valuable pointers on how to simplify and factor algebraic expressions. When you finish working your way through the pages, you can take an online "Test Bite" and check your understanding.