ENTRY Q: What force will gradually slow down a roller coaster until it cannot make it over a hill or...

ENTRY Q:What force will gradually slow down a roller coaster until it cannot make it over a hill or come to a stop?

(skip a space)

My A: (you attempt complete answer) _________________________

Real A:

Class # 3409 / 10 DEC

LEARNING TARGET: I can identify where energy is converted from Potential to Kinetic energy in a roller-coaster.

friction (mechanical and air friction)

HW (due) :1. MT Car (120pts, 06 / 07 JAN - 2nd class back from break)

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EXIT Q:Where on a typical roller coaster is the most: (skip a space)A:Potential Energy =

Kinetic Energy =

top of FIRST hill

bottom of FIRST hill

ENTRY Q:Explain where levers would be found in a frog.

(skip a space)

My A: (you attempt complete answer)

_________________________

Real A:

Class # 3307 / 08 DEC

LEARNING TARGET: I can dissect a frog properly and compare and contrast its body parts/systems with mine.

legs, arms and neck – just like humans!

HW (due) :1. Potential and Kinetic Energy HW (10pts, due next class)2. work on MT Car (120pts, week we come back from break)

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EXIT Q:What overall “takeaway” were you supposed to get from dissecting the frog (i.e. why did we do it?) (skip a space)A: adult frogs are very similar to humans in

how their body is put together and works

ENTRY Q:List three common everyday pendulums:

(skip a space)

My A: (you attempt complete answer)1.2.3. _________________________

Real A:

Class # 3203 / 04 DEC

LEARNING TARGET: I can determine what aspect(s) of a pendulum changes its swing rate.

1. grandfather/cuckoo clock2. swing3. wrecking ball

HW (due) :1. Physics Part A Flashcards (30pts, next class)2. work on MT Car (120pts, week we come back from break)

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EXIT Q:What is the ONLY aspect of a pendulum that will change its rate of swing? (skip a space)A: length of the arm

(mass nor release point do NOT matter)

ENTRY Q:How would using a single pulley at a water well benefit you?

(skip a space)


_________________________

Real A:

Class # 3101 / 02 DEC

LEARNING TARGET: I can calculate Mechanical Advantage of a pulley system (Block and Tackle).

by changing the direction of force downward, gravity is now helping you, not working against you (like pulling the rope directly up)

HW (due) :1.Physics Part A Flashcards (30pts, 07 / 08 DEC)* Chem Pt B Re-Test (Thu, 03 DEC) – signup HomePage SWIFT

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EXIT Q:How do you calculate Mechanical Advantage of a Block and Tackle? (skip a space)A: count # of MOVING pulleys

ENTRY Q:Describe what friction is and how it affects moving objects.

(skip a space)


_________________________

Real A:

Class # 3025 / 30 NOV

LEARNING TARGET: I can describe how friction influences a system of energy conversion.

friction is a resistance force(usually from things rubbing together)and keeps objects from moving freely

HW (due) :1.Physics Part A Flashcards (30pts, 07 / 08 DEC)* Chem Pt B Re-Test (Thu, 03 DEC) – signup HomePage SWIFT

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EXIT Q:What form of energy is usually created when friction happens? (skip a space)A: thermal (heat)

ENTRY Q:List the six Simple Machines:

(skip a space)

My A: (you attempt complete answer)1.2.etc. _________________________

Real A:

Class # 2923 / 24 NOV

LEARNING TARGET: I can understand how balanced forces are created on a 1st Class lever.

1. inclined plane (ramp) 4. wheel and axle2. wedge 5. pulley3. screw 6. lever (1st, 2nd and 3rd Class)

HW (due) :1. Physics Part A Flashcards (30pts, 07 / 08 DEC)

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EXIT Q:What 3 letter memory trick/word helps remember what Class levers would be? (skip a space)A:

FRE (“free”)Fulcrum Resistance Effort

ENTRY Q:Define a “Simple Machine”:

(skip a space)


_________________________

Real A:

Class # 2819 / 20 NOV

LEARNING TARGET: I can find patterns in Simple Machines Mechanical Advantage formulas.

device that makes work easier by changing the speed, direction or amount of force

HW (due) :1. Physics Part A Crossword (10pts, next class)2. check for MISSING items on Skyward (ASAP)

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EXIT Q:How do Simple Machines help us? (skip a space)A:

they require LESS Effort Force to do the SAME amount of Work

ENTRY Q:What are the ONLY three Manipulated Variable choices for your Mousetrap Car?

(skip a space)


Real A:1.2.3.

Class # 2717 / 18 NOV

LEARNING TARGET: I can find evidence in my learning to choose the correct answer on my Chem Pt B Test.

length of lever armdiameter of DRIVE wheeldiameter of DRIVE axle

HW (due) :1. more specific research on Mousetrap Car (ASAP)2. check for MISSING items on Skyward (ASAP)

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EXIT Q:Why should you choose your Manipulated Variable for the Mousetrap Car ASAP? (skip a space)A: will help you know what materials to start gathering

ENTRY Q:If absent on Test Day, why should you email your teacher THAT DAY INCLUDING a possible makeup date (after-school).

(skip a space)


_________________________

Real A:

Class # 2613 / 16 NOV

LEARNING TARGET: I can analyze the results of the Doghouse Assessment scoring to improve in the future.

show you care (especially about BIG point items)only one week to do makeups (0 after that)

HW (due) :1. Chem Pt B flashcards + 11 chemicals (20pts, Test Day)2. Chem Pt B Test (210pts, 17 / 18 NOV)3. generalized Mousetrap Car research (when time)

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EXIT Q:Why is it helpful to do generalized research about mousetrap cars? (skip a space)A: to find out how they work

(focusing on simple machines making it move)

ENTRY Q:Why should your group have created its own due dates at least a couple days before the actual due date?

(skip a space)


_________________________

Real A:

Class # 2510 / 12 NOV

LEARNING TARGET: I can connect one general description of each presentation to each of 10 chemical names.

to avoid last minute confusion and poor work being done in a rush

HW (due) :1. Chem Pt B flashcards + 11 chemicals (20pts, Test Day)2. Chem Pt B Test (210pts, 17 / 18 NOV)

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EXIT Q:What two basic resources will help you review for test? (skip a space)A:

1. Test Topics HO2. Jeopardy Review PPT

ENTRY Q:How do worms get their nutrients/energy to live?

(skip a space)


_________________________

Real A:

Class # 2406 / 09 NOV

LEARNING TARGET: I can conduct a CONTROLLED dissection of a worm following instructions on a PPT.

they CONSUME dirt(they are NOT a decomposer)

HW (due) :1. Narration Script (20pts, next class)2. Group Presentation File locked After-School (09 / 10 NOV)

*self-grade Glue Lab Steps 1-5 using Grading PPT if not done in class**if absent - arrange Doghouse makeup with teacher ASAP

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EXIT Q:How are worm digestive systems similar to humans? (skip a space)A:

they have a mouth, esophagus and intestine(crop/gizzard instead of stomach)

ENTRY Q:Write balanced chemical reaction equations for:

(skip a space)

My A: (you attempt complete answer)PhotosynthesisCellular Respiration _________________________

Real A:P.S.

C.R.

Class # 2304 / 05 NOV

LEARNING TARGET: I can conduct a chemical lab safely following instructions and safety rules.

6H2O + 6CO2 ---(sun + chlorophyll)------- C6H12O6 + 6O2

C6H12O6 + 6O2 ---(enzymes)------- 6CO2 + 6H2O + energy

HW (due) :1. Group Presentation File locked After-School (09 / 10 NOV)


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EXIT Q:Positive flame test results for the three gases are: (skip a space)A:CO2 =

H2 =

O2 =

goes out quickly

pops (explodes)

burns brighter/faster

ENTRY Q:List the 3 raw “materials” a plant needs to make sugar doing photosynthesis.

(skip a space)


Real A:1.2.3.

Class # 2202 / 03 NOV

LEARNING TARGET: I can construct a glucose molecule fromother molecules a plants uses in photosynthesis.

sunlightwater (H2O)carbon dioxide (CO2)

HW (due) :1. Group Presentation File locked After-School (09 / 10 NOV)


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EXIT Q:Why is photosynthesis probably the MOST important chemical reaction on planet Earth? (skip a space)A:

converts “temporary” light energy into long-term stored chemical energy

ENTRY Q:Why should your group be doing more research on how to choose a good Responding Variable for your project’s experiment?

(skip a space)


_________________________

Real A:

Class # 2129 / 30 OCT

LEARNING TARGET: I can carefully read and follow instructions on a practice assessment.

because you need to know how your data COULD be clearly measured concerning your chemical’s effects(i.e: tell your “robot” HOW to measure it)

HW (due) :1. Project Storyboards HW (20pts, next class)2. Chem Pt B Flashcards (30pts, next class)


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EXIT Q:Why does your group need to know exactly what they are responsible for in the project ASAP? (skip a space)A: to be able to do good Storyboard HW slides

ENTRY Q:Name the following chemicals:

(skip a space)

My A: (you attempt complete answer)CO2 =CH4 =C3H8 = _________________________

Real A:CO2 =CH4 =C3H8 =

Class # 2027 / 28 OCT

LEARNING TARGET: I can fairly distribute project work among my group.

carbon dioxidemethanepropane

HW (due) :1. Project Storyboards HW (20pts, due 02 / 03 NOV)2. Chem Pt B Flashcards (30pts, 02 / 03 NOV)

*self-grade Glue Lab Steps 1-5 using Grading PPT if not done in class

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EXIT Q:Why do we sketch out storyboards by hand before making presentation slides online? (skip a space)A: more thoughtful visualization/layout of slides

(i.e. makes MUCH better slides!)

ENTRY Q:In what person’s situation should you imagine yourself while grading another student’s Lab Write-Up?

(skip a space)


_________________________

Real A:

Class # 1923 / 26 OCT

LEARNING TARGET: I can evaluate a Lab Write-Up accurately using a rubric.

State Test Grader(you want to make it easy for them!)

HW (due) :1. Chem Pt B Flashcards (30pts, 02 / 03 NOV)

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EXIT Q:What role do alkanes play in our daily lives? (skip a space)A:

MAJOR chemical energy source!!

ENTRY Q:What do AC and DC stand for in electricity?

(skip a space)


_________________________

Real A:

Class # 1821 / 22 OCT

LEARNING TARGET: I can create a chemical battery and measure volts of different materials used.I can set up a complete circuit to test different materials’ conductivity.

AC = Alternating Current (changes direction)DC = Direct Current (one direction only)

HW (due) :1. Glue Write-Up Steps 1-5 complete (46pts, 23 / 26 OCT)2. Chem Pt B Flashcards (30pts, 02 / 03 NOV)

*google Re-Test sign-up form on 8 Sci HomePageMUST BE DONE BY 11:59pm Wed, 21 OCT

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EXIT Q:What is electrical “resistance”? (skip a space)A:

a material slowing down electricity movement(electrical “friction”)

ENTRY Q:Why are multiple trials required in an experiment?

(skip a space)


_________________________

Real A:

Class # 1719 / 20 OCT

LEARNING TARGET: I can collect accurate data by following the Procedure for Breaking Glue.

averages are MUCH better data for comparisons

Multiple Choice Strategies and filling out computer forms

HW (due) :1. Glue Write-Up Steps 1-5 complete (46pts, due 23 / 26 OCT)2. Chem Pt A Test After-School Re-Test (Thu, 22 OCT)3. Chem Pt B Flashcards (30pts, 29 / 30 OCT)

*google Re-Test sign-up form on 8 Sci HomePageMUST BE DONE BY 11:59pm Wed

*DO NOT start making project presentation slides – no group file yet

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EXIT Q:When you Evaluate/Critique an experiment, what are you looking for? (skip a space)A: anything causing bad data

(similar to Controlled Variables)

ENTRY Q:What are the two parts of a Lab Write-Up’s Step 3: EXPERIMENT?

(skip a space)

My A: (you attempt complete answer)1.2. _________________________

Real A:1.2.

Class # 1614 / 15 OCT

LEARNING TARGET: I can follow a Procedure VERY carefully to make glue from milk.

Materials ListProcedure

HW (due) :1. Glue Write-Up Steps 1-3 (10pts, due next class)2. Chemical Project Research (30pts, 19 / 20 OCT)3. Chem Pt A Test After-School Re-Test (Thu, 22 OCT)

*google Re-Test sign-up form on 8 Sci HomePage*arrange makeup missed test with teacher ASAP

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EXIT Q:Why was only ONE ingredient in the glue formula changed? (skip a space)A:

to avoid confusion about what made it better/worse

ENTRY Q:List three common acids in your everyday life:

(skip a space)


Real A:1.2.3.

Class # 1512 / 13 OCT

LEARNING TARGET: I can follow the Procedure for a lab and make accurate observations.

citrus (orange/lemon)soda popvinegar

HW (due) :1. Chem Pt B Crossword (10pts, next class)2. Chemical Project Research (30pts, 19 / 20 OCT)3. Chem Pt A Test After-School Re-Test (Tue, 20 OCT)

*google Re-Test sign-up form on 8 Sci HomePage*arrange makeup missed test with teacher ASAP

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EXIT Q:How did you make an acid “safe”? (skip a space)A:

added base until it had neutral pH

ENTRY Q:No Entry Q – TEST DAY

(skip a space)

My A: (you attempt complete answer) n/a _________________________

Real A: n/a

Class # 1408 / 09 OCT

LEARNING TARGET: I can carefully read the first Science Test and pick ONE logical best answer.

HW (due) :1. organize project group of three – maybe four (next class)2. Chem Pt A Test After-School Re-Test (Tue, 20 OCT)

** if not done, grade Journals 1-11 for x/44pts ASAP and give to teacher

*arrange makeup missed test with teacher ASAP

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EXIT Q:What are the two requirements for a Re-Test? (skip a space)A:

1. sign up on google form2. you accept 2nd score (even if it’s lower than 1st one)

ENTRY Q:How would a 1-5 (5 highest) rating scale work?

(skip a space)

My A: (you attempt complete answer) 5 = 4 = etc _________________________

Real A:

Class # 1306 / 07 OCT

LEARNING TARGET: I can evaluate others’ Element presentations fairly and accurately.

5 = excellent4 = good3 = OK2 = poor1 = terrible

HW (due) :1. Chem Part A Test (150pts, next class)2. Chem Pt A Flashcards (10pts, Test Day)** if not done, grade Journals 1-11 for x/44pts ASAP and give to teacher

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EXIT Q:What single thing allowed someone to present well? (skip a space)A:

they KNEW what they were talking about (teaching us) !!!

ENTRY Q:

How many atoms of each element in 3Ca(CO2)4

(skip a space)

My A: (you attempt complete answer) Ca = C = O = _________________________

Real A:

Class # 1202 / 05 OCT

LEARNING TARGET: I can use a rubric to accurately grade another student’s work.

Ca = 3C = 12O = 24

HW (due) :1. Element Presentation file done + present (100pts, next class)2. Chem Part A Test (150pts, 08 / 09 OCT)3. Chem Pt A Flashcards (10pts, Test Day)

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EXIT Q:After each numbered (listed) HW assignment, what is needed? (skip a space)A: a DUE DATE in parentheses

Example:1. Chem Crossword (next class)2. Physics Worksheet (08 AUG)

ENTRY Q:Two or more atoms go together to make a…

(skip a space)


Real A:

Class # 1130 SEP / 01 OCT

LEARNING TARGET: I can determine how many atoms of each element are in a chemical formula.

molecule

HW (due) :1. Chemical Formulas HW (10pts, due next class)2. Element Presentation file done + present (100pts, 06 / 07 OCT)3. Chem Part A Test (150pts, 08 / 09 OCT)4. Chem Pt A Flashcards (10pts, TEST DAY)

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EXIT Q:

How many of each atom in 4Na(SO3)2

(skip a space)

A: Na = 4S = 8O = 24

ENTRY Q:Why was electricity needed to do hydrolysis?

(skip a space)


Real A:

Class # 1028 / 29 SEP

LEARNING TARGET: I can interpret the Periodic Table and explain why elements are grouped together.

to break the bonds holding hydrogen to oxygen to make water (H2O) – creating hydrogen gas (H2) and oxygen gas (O2)

HW (due) :1. Element Presentation file done (100pts, 06 / 07 OCT)

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EXIT Q:What does it mean for an element to be in Group 8? (usually on the far right side with Helium at top)

(skip a space)

A: Helium group (usually #8) is inert – does not react with other elements

ENTRY Q:Explain what the formula “H2O” means.

(skip a space)


Real A:

Class # 924 / 25 SEP

LEARNING TARGET: I can write a proper Conclusion using data collected from an experiment.

two hydrogen atoms bonded to one oxygen atom

HW (due) :1. continue Element project work (ASAP)2. Chem Pt A Flashcards (30pts, next class)

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EXIT Q:What is the purpose of a Conclusion?

(skip a space)

A: explain how the data supports(or doesn’t support) the Hypothesis

ENTRY Q:Why is it important to know how to make the teacher the owner of student work that is a google doc?

(skip a space)


Real A:


LEARNING TARGET: I can create a google slide document, share it with others and make the teacher the owner.

they can control and see what is happening with that file

HW (due) :1. start my Element research/slide work (ASAP)2. check Skyward grades (ASAP – should be every couple days)3. Chem Pt A Flashcards (30pts, due 28 / 29 SEP)

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EXIT Q:What is the SINGLE most important idea on your mind when doing science experiments?

(skip a space)

A: SAFETY !!!!!!

ENTRY Q:What do you think a “Physical Property” of an object may be?

(skip a space)


Real A:


LEARNING TARGET: I can describe the difference between Physical and Chemical Properties + Changes.

something your senses can use to help identify an object

HW (due) :1. Physical and Chemical P+C HW (10pts, next class)2. consider total of 3 members for “group” project (ASAP)3. Chem Pt A Flashcards (30pts, due 28 / 29 SEP)

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EXIT Q:How do you know if a Chemical Change has happened?

(skip a space)

A: a NEW chemical has been created

ENTRY Q:How would you describe “heat” to a kindergartner?

(skip a space)

My A: (you attempt complete answer here)

_________________________

Real A:


LEARNING TARGET: I can explain the three ways that heat energy travels from one place to another.

energy that makes things “hotter” (higher temperature)

HW (due) :1. consider total of 3 group members for “group” project (ASAP)2. Chem Pt A Flashcards (30pts, due 28 / 29 SEP)

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EXIT Q:List (and describe) three ways heat moves around:

(skip a space)

A: 1. conduction (touching)2. convection (hot rising – cool falling)3. radiation (no particles needed – like in space)

*make flashcards for these – not on crossword puzzle

ENTRY Q:What causes water to change from ice to liquid to steam?

(skip a space)

My A: (you attempt complete answer here)

_________________________

Real A:


LEARNING TARGET: I can distinguish patterns between the three common phases (states) of matter.

adding heat energy

HW (due) :1. Chemistry Part A Crossword HW (10pts, due next class)2. Chem Pt A Flashcards (30pts, due 28 / 29 SEP)

* if not done, get one 100 sheet Comp Book, Flashdrive and index cards ASAP

________________________________EXIT Q:What is very strange about liquid water’s density when it freezes?

(skip a space)

A: particles farther apart instead of closer together

ENTRY Q:Where are two places you should put a “Downloaded as…PPT” version of your presentation as backup?

(skip a space)

My A: (you attempt complete answer here)1.2. _________________________

Real A:1.2.


LEARNING TARGET: I can let my class know some interesting things about me in a PPT presentation.

flashdriveyour student document folder at school (test drive)

HW (due) :1. 8th Science Work Habits C4U HW (20pts, due next class)* if not done, get one 100 sheet Comp Book, Flashdrive and index cards ASAP

________________________________EXIT Q:What is the single best thing you can do to make an impressive presentation?

(skip a space)

A:

practice/rehearse ahead of time (check timing too)

ENTRY Q:Two reasons why you should do small HW (<41pts):

(skip a space)

My A: (you attempt complete answer here)1.2. _________________________

Real A:1.2.


LEARNING TARGET: I can develop an easily testable Hypothesis if given a Problem or Question.

avoid “snowball” / piled up worksmall HW not accepted late* 3. HW points are easy and help grade a LOT!

HW (due) :1. All About Me PPT HW (45pts, due next class)* if not done, get one 100 sheet Comp Book, Flashdrive and index cards ASAP

________________________________EXIT Q:College diplomas earn about how many times a H.S. diploma?

(skip a space)A:

about 2x (or even more)

ENTRY Q:Is the student and teacher symbiosis relationship: parasitism, mutualism or commensalism - and why? (skip a space)

My A: (you attempt complete answer here) _________________________

Real A:


LEARNING TARGET: I understand and can follow the correct format for completing my science journal.

mutualism – because we both benefit helping each other do our “jobs”

HW (due) :1. All About Me HW (10pts, due next class)2. All About Me PPT HW (45pts, due 10 / 11 SEP)* if not done, get one 100 sheet Comp Book, Flashdrive and index cards ASAP

________________________________EXIT Q:Why should you “download as… PPT” to a flashdrive EVEN if you are using GoTahoma/google.docs?

(skip a space)A: BACKUP YOUR WORK !!

ENTRY Q:none – First Day – no Journal required yet

(skip a space)

My A: n/a _________________________

Real A: n/a


LEARNING TARGET: Understanding and demonstrating proper computer use.

HW (due) :1. 100-sheet Comp Book JUST for Science (20pts, due next class)

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EXIT Q:none – Journal not required yet

(skip a space)

A:n/a

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