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Title:: Models In Science
When:: Wed, Sep 1
Category:: Lesson Plan Archives

Description

Essential Question/s: What are the functions of models in science and why are they important?

Lesson Agenda:

1. FCAT Word Slam: Models
2. Introduction: Models in Science
3. Students generate models list (non-science), characteristics
4. Students, in groups, create model relating to area of study
5. Distribute study guides

How we will learn it:

•	Explicit Instruction: Share definition FCAT Slam > Discuss common models in science, illustrate examples from recent events.
•	Modeled Instruction: Illustrate some common models in science and how materials can be used to fashion a facsimile
•	Guided Practice: Circulate among groups to encourage participation, collaboration and share ideas.
•	Independent Practice: Students work in groups to create a model related to one of the areas of our study.

Formative Assessment (How we will know we learned it?): Ticket out the door

Relevance/Closure (How will we use it?): Reiterate the importance of models in understanding relevant phenomena: Haiti earthquake, Tsunamis, Hurricanes, Climate change, etc.

Materials/Resources: Overhead projector, laptop, paper, pencil, colored pencils, glue, tape, study guide

NEWS FLASH: I hope everyone is enjoying their well deserved break. Have a great holiday!

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