Lesson+Plan

= Title: Earth Structures = = Subject: Science - Earth Science/Structures = = Author: Grace Dixon = = Grade Level: 4th =

=Standards Met: =
 * ==SC.4.E.6.1: Identify the three categories of rocks: igneous, (formed from molten rock); sedimentary, (pieces of other rocks and fossilized organisms); and metamorhic (formed from heat and pressure). ==
 * ==SC.4.E.6.2: Identify the physical properties of common earth-forming minerals, including hardness, color, luster, cleavage, and streak color, and recognize the role of minerals in the formation of rocks. ==
 * ==SC.4.E.6.3: Recognize that humans need resources fount on Earth and that these are either renewable or nonrenewable ==
 * ==SC.4.W.6.4: Describe the basic differences between physical weathering (breaking down of rock by wind, water, ice, temperature change, and plants) and erosion (movement of rock by gravity, wind, water, and ice). ==
 * ==SC.4.E.6.6: Identify resources available in Florida (water, phosphate, oil, limestone, silicon, wind, and solar energy). ==

=Overviews: =
 * ==In this lesson we will be learning about the Earth and it's resources through the use of many different technologies. Specifically, the lesson will cover the characteristics of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks, the differences between renewable and non renewable resources, what resources can be found in Florida, the definitions of both weathering and erosion and examples of each. To do so, we will use many sources such as videos, online activities, and a class involved trivia game using remote clickers. At the end of the week their knowledge will be tested with a quiz on the material that has been covered. The lesson is successful because it keeps a controlled pattern while allowing students to expirement with computers and other technologies and keeps the students interested. ==

=Objectives: =
 * ==Given a personal clicker, the student will be able to match the type of rock (igneous, sedimentary, or metamorphic) to the characteristics provided on the overhead projector with an 85% accuracy rate. ==
 * ==Given a personal computer and the internet, the student will be able to research four renewable resources and four nonrenewable resources and briefly summarize why that resource is important to humans/ how it is used with 100% accuracy. ==
 * ==Given a test on the material that has been covered in class, the student will be able to answer questions on identifying different rock types and resources, know the difference between renewable and nonrenewable resources, and explain weathering and erosion with 90% accuracy. ==
 * ==This lesson plan is targeting Knowledge, Comprehension, and Application levels of Blooms taxonomy. ==

=Materials Needed: =
 * ==Computer-to create presentation for notes and for each student to conduct research during the Scavenger Hunt ==
 * ==Microsoft Powerpoint-to make a slideshow presentation including all relevant information ==
 * ==<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Projector-to display the presentaion for the entire class to see ==
 * ==<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Clicker Game-so there is a means of playing "Name that Rock" ==
 * ==<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Internet-so there is a means of accessing information for the Scavenger Hunt ==
 * ==<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Test form- to assess the students' knowledge on the lesson that has been covered ==

<span style="color: #d6318c; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Activities and Procedures:

 * ==<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Day 1: The class will start out by "popcorn reading" this chapter in the science textbook and at the end I will review a little bit with a PowerPoint presentation (already made ahead of time). This day is all about giving a brief introduction into what we will be covering this week and quizzed on on Friday. For homework, the students must look over the chapter again and pay attention to the section on different rock formations for their in-class assignment on Day 2. ==
 * ==<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Day 2: Each student will be handed a clicker with several buttons on it to participate in "Name that Rock". First, I will explain to them that there are 10 questions each worth a point and that this game will be graded as an in-class assignment to test whether or not they reviewed for homework the night before. I will show the students 10 slides with different characteristics and qualities of a certain type of rock. Students will then have to answer whether the rock described is A) Igneous, B) Sedimentary, or C) Metamorphic .<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;"> (NOTE:It is very important to already have the clicker game set up and run through beforehand to make sure the game works on this day) After we wrap up this game, I will continue with the PowerPoint presentation started on Day 1. We will go over in class discussion what renewable and nonrenewable resources are and what are examples of some resources found here in Florida. We will end discussion here and no homework assignments are given. ==
 * ==<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Day 3: On this day, we will go to the school computer lab and have each student working at a computer station.Today, students will participate in an eScavenger Hunt, where each student must look up four renewable resources and four nonrenewable resources. They will then record an explanation in their class journal on how the resource is used by humans. Once finished with the assignment, students may play an educational game of his/her choice until we return to the classroom. Students are encouraged to go home and begin to study for the test on Friday. ==
 * ==<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Day 4: I will start off today's Powerpoint with a short video clip from youtube ([|Causing the Erosion]) which is a fun educational song on erosion. Then I will continue the PowerPoint talking about weathering and erosion (with pictures and examples) and towards the end we will review what will be on the test tomorrow. The homework tonight will be to study for the test. ==
 * ==<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Day 5: Today the test form will be distributed. It is a 20 question test including fill-in-the-blank (with a word bank), matching, true or false and short answer. ==

=<span style="color: #d6318c; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Assessment: =

__<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">"Name That Rock" Clicker Game: __
=__<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">eScavenger Hunt: __= =__<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Lesson Test __:=
 * ==<span style="color: #000000; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">For every question the student answers correctly, they will receive a point on this in-class assignment. There will be ten questions in total. ==
 * ==<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">15 points: The student completely filled out the Scavenger Hunt with minimal or no errors. This assignment is graded more on completion rather than content. ==
 * ==<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">10 points: The student completely filled out the Scavenger Hunt with many errors. This assignment is graded more on completion rather than content. ==
 * ==<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">5 points: The student only completed a portion of the Scavenger Hunt. This assignment is graded more on completion rather than content. ==
 * ==<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">0 points: The student failed to complete the Scavenger Hunt. ==
 * ==<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">A (20-18): At least 18 questions were answered correctly. ==
 * ==<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">B (17-16): At least 16 questions were answered correctly. ==
 * ==<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">C (15-14): At least 14 questions were answered correctly. ==
 * ==<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">D (13-12): At least 12 questions were answered correctly. ==
 * ==<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">F (11 and below): Less than 11 questions were answered correctly. ==