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Objectives: (These are the skills you will learn and practice in this lesson.)

Key Words: (These are important words and terms you will learn throughout the lesson. Important terms to remember are usually in bold print or are italicized. Write down the term AND the definition as you find it in the lesson.)

Practice Problems: (Copy the practice problems and/or examples found on the instructions page of your lesson and/or in your textbook. This is especially important for Math and for the grammar practice in your English lessons.)

Reading Notes: (Use this section to take notes as you read the assigned pages in your textbook.)
What is the main idea(s) in this passage or selection?

What are the important supporting details that I should remember?

Who are the important people to remember in this passage?

What are the important places and/or dates to remember in this passage?

Questions: What questions do I have about this lesson to ask my teacher?

Other things to consider in each unit: (Use your Planner or the Course Outline to look ahead in your lessons.)
Does this unit have a Portfolio Project? If so, what is it?

Did I check my class message board for Portfolio instructions, rubrics, and examples?

What do I need to complete for this Portfolio and in which lessons will I submit my work?

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Objectives:

  1. Understand and apply the key concepts introduced in the lesson.
  2. Develop practical skills related to the lesson's content through exercises and examples.
  3. Enhance comprehension and analytical skills through reading and note-taking.

Key Words:

  1. Observation - The act of noticing and describing events or processes in a careful, orderly way.
  2. Hypothesis - A proposed explanation for a phenomenon, which can be tested through experimentation.
  3. Data - Facts, figures, and other evidence gathered through observations.
  4. Analysis - The process of interpreting data to draw conclusions.
  5. Conclusion - A summary statement that reflects the findings of an experiment or research.

Practice Problems:

  1. Problem #1: If a plant receives 6 hours of sunlight a day, how much sunlight will it receive in a week?

    • Solution: 6 hours x 7 days = 42 hours of sunlight in a week.

  2. Problem #2: If a car travels 60 miles per hour, how far will it travel in 3 hours?

    • Solution: 60 miles/hour x 3 hours = 180 miles.

  3. Example #1: Calculate the area of a rectangle with a length of 10 units and a width of 5 units.

    • Solution: Area = length x width = 10 units x 5 units = 50 square units.

Reading Notes:

Main Ideas:

  • Understanding the scientific method and its steps is essential for conducting experiments.
  • The importance of data collection and analysis in drawing accurate conclusions.

Important Supporting Details:

  • The scientific method consists of observation, hypothesis formulation, experimentation, data collection, and conclusion.
  • Accurate data collection is critical for reliable results.

Important People:

  • Sir Isaac Newton - Notable for his contributions to scientific methodology.
  • Marie Curie - Pioneer in scientific research and experimentation.

Important Places/Dates:

  • Laboratory - Common place where experiments are conducted.
  • 1662 - Year when Robert Boyle published "The Sceptical Chymist," an important text in scientific methodology.

Questions:

  1. What are some common pitfalls to avoid in data collection?
  2. How can I improve my analysis skills for interpreting data?
  3. What resources can aid in further understanding the scientific method?

Other Things to Consider:

  • Portfolio Project: Yes, this unit has a Portfolio Project focused on conducting a mini-experiment and reporting the findings.
  • Class Message Board: Check for specific instructions on how to format the mini-experiment report.
  • Completion Requirements: I need to complete the mini-experiment and the reflection piece. I should submit my work in lessons 5 and 6.