Sunday, January 22, 2017

6th Grade Science 1/23 - 1/27

Objective this week:  To learn how systems work in science, and explain how changes to parts of the system affect the system as a whole; this will effectively cover the NGSS crosscutting concepts of systems and system engineering principles.

Monday
Perception surveys with Mrs. Grout

Tuesday
Discuss what "systems" are.  Explain various systems in the world today and how/why systems are important.

Wednesday
Reflect on Tuesday's discussion.  In groups, think critically about a man-made system and discuss/write down components of that system.

Thursday
Review for tomorrow's quiz over systems

Friday
There will be a quiz over systems today in class.  Discuss and review electrical systems.  Read 495 - 502.  Complete questions 1-9 on page 503.  Due Monday.