Document: Unit 1 Motion Abstract: Section 1 of this unit introduces students to the topic of motion in one and two dimensions. All motion must be compared to a frame of reference. After learning the difference between vector and scalar quantities, the students will learn about how to describe the motion of an object in terms of its position, velocity,...

Document: Biogeochemical Cycles GRASP Abstract: For the student to demonstrate that they are able to interpret all of the biogeochemical cycles (water, nitrogen, phosphorus, and carbon cycles) while relating the cycling of matter to the Law of Conservation of Matter.

Document: Building A Virtual Ecosystem Abstract: To examine the impact of individual components of an ecosystem on the overall health and sustainability of the ecosystem.

Document: http://sciencecases.lib.buffalo.edu/cs/collection/detail.asp?case_id=197&id=197 Abstract: In this case study, students speculate on what may have caused a major fish kill in an estuary in North Carolina. In the process, they explore how land runoff and excess nutrients affect aquatic communities, and learn about the complex life cycle of the dinoflagellate Pfiesteria. The case is appropriate for an introductory environmental science course, a general...

Document: http://sciencecases.lib.buffalo.edu/cs/collection/detail.asp?case_id=272&id=272 Abstract: This case is an exploration of the process of natural selection using white clover (Trifolium repens) as an example. In general, two forms of white clover can be found around the world in various habitats. One type is able to produce cyanide in its leaves, while the other is not. This variation within the clover species,...

Document: Valence Graphic Organizer Abstract: Number of valence electrons for the atoms of this group

Document: Draw an Atom Learning Task (1)   Abstract This task was begun in the Unit, Finding Order; in this unit, this task is repeated after instruction on the wave-mechanics model of the atom.  

Document:ElementRoundtable   Abstract: Element Silent Roundtable Task-This task is an example of an activating, team-building strategy. Each student will write with a different color marker. When instructed to start, one member of the group will write the name of an element on the board, then pass it to the right. Each member of the group will add one element...

Document: Chemistry Unit 2 – Finding Patterns-1 Abstract: This unit, Finding Patterns, takes an inquiry approach to understanding the patterns of properties that exist among the elements. These patterns in properties are then linked to the wave-mechanics concept of atomic structure and the quantum atom. Beginning with isotopes and average atomic mass, as a way of understanding the importance of the...

Document: Chemistry Unit 2 – Finding Patterns-2 Abstract: This unit, Finding Patterns, takes an inquiry approach to understanding the patterns of properties that exist among the elements. These patterns in properties are then linked to the wave-mechanics concept of atomic structure and the quantum atom. Beginning with isotopes and average atomic mass, as a way of understanding the importance of the...