1st Day: Warm Up (IN)

1st Day: Warm Up (IN)

Warm ups are done individually and quietly in your desk. Warm up time is usually 5-7 minutes and is a time for you to get prepared and focused for class.

Get out a piece of paper and write a 5 sentence paragraph that describes one of your favorite hobbies, sports, or activities. What is it? Why do you like it? How long have you been doing it? Who got you involved? What are your goals for this hobby, sport, or activity?

1st Day: Reflection (OUT)

Reflections are done individually and quietly in your desk. This time is at the end of class usually 5-10 minutes and is a time for you to summarize or think critically about what you have learned in class.

Based upon what you learned in class today, write a 5 sentence paragraph that describes Mrs. Koshy’s classroom expectations.

2nd Day: Warm Up (IN)

Warm ups are done individually and quietly in your desk. Warm up time is usually 5-7 minutes and is a time for you to get prepared and focused for class.

Write a 5 sentence paragraph about your previous school. Where was it? What did you like about it? What was your favorite subject there? What did you dislike about it?

2nd Day: Reflection (OUT)

Reflections are done individually and quietly in your desk. This time is at the end of class usually 5-10 minutes and is a time for you to summarize or think critically about what you have learned in class.

In a 5 sentence paragraph, talk about what you learned about earth science today that you did not know before.

In- 8/22/11, Warm-UpNo Warm-Up

Out- ReflectionWrite a five sentence paragraph about someone that you look up to. (Someone you know or a celebrity) Who? Why? Etc…

Through- Class work

Set-Up Interactive Notebook

Homework- The Earth: Nature’s Storehouse reading guide questions due Friday

In- 8/23/11, Warm-UpWrite a five sentence paragraphabout the most beautiful placethat you have ever been. What isthe name of this place? Who tookyou there? When did you gothere? Where is this place? Whyis it beautiful? Out- Reflection 10 pts.

What was your favorite picture we looked at today? Why did you like this picture? Describe a picture that made you angry or sad. Why did this picture make you angry or sad?

-CSIQ- Complete Sentences

Through- Class work

Earth Science SlideshowAnswer each slide in complete sentences. CSIQ: Complete Sentence Including Question

Homework- The Earth: Nature’s Storehouse due Friday

In- 8/25/11 Warm-UpWrite a five sentenceparagraph about what you think

earth science is. What do you think we will study about? What are you looking forward to learning about? What questions do you have about earth science?

Out- Reflection None (Applying Science/What isEarth Science? WS)

Through- Classwork

Earth Science Notes-Graphic Organizer

Earth System’s concept map

Homework-Applying Science/What is Earth Science? WS

The Earth: Nature’s Storehouse questions due Friday

In- 8/26/11, Warm-UpWrite a five sentenceparagraph that summarizes theproblems and benefits thatresult from our moderntechnology.-Give a few examples of theseproblems and benefits fromMonday's assignment.

Out- Reflection In a five sentence paragraph,

write about your first full week of school.

Through- Classwork

Binder check

Fill in Table of

Contents

Calculate grade

Introduce unit projects

Work on project or HW

Homework-None

In- 8/29/11, Warm-UpWrite a five sentence

paragraph about your weekend.

Out- Reflection (10 pts)Answer the questions in

complete sentences.1. How did the activity today

relate to the scientific method?

2. What did you learn from the activity today?

Through- Classwork Dogs and Turnips Activity

Homework-

Notebook check Friday

In- 8/30/11, Warm-UpIn a five sentence paragraph,

write down anything you know about the scientific method. If you don’t know anything, make a guess.

Out- Reflection None- Start on HW

Through- Classwork Notes on scientifc method

Homework- Notebook check FridayScientifc Method Lab Report

In- 9/1/11 Warm-UpList the steps of the

scientifc method and explain what each step means.

Out- Reflection 10 ptsWrite about the lab you

completed today. Where was it the warmest place in the room? Why do you think that was? Was your hypothesis correct? Where was the coldest place in the room? Why do you think that was? Was your hypothesis correct?

Through- Classwork Fill in scoresheet for notebook check

Practicing measuring skills

Safety in the science classroom worksheet

Scientific Method Lab

Homework- Notebook check Friday

Date Assignment Name Points Possible

Your Score

8/22/11-9/2/11

Warm ups 50

8/22/11 Notebook Setup 25

8/23/11 Earth Science slide show

25

9/2/11 Total 100

Interactive Notebook- Scoresheet

In- 9/2/11, Warm-Up1. How would you measure the

length of an object? What are the units we will use for length in science class?

2. How could you get the volume of an object? What are some possible units?

3. What is the formula for density? What are some possible units?

Out- ReflectionNone- show me your calculated

grade.

Through- Classwork

Calculate grade

Finish lab from yesterday. It is due in class today.

Homework- None

In- 9/6/11, Warm-UpSo far in class, we have been

talking about the scientific method. Come up with three questions that you have about any part of the scientific method or any vocabulary words related to the scientific method and write them down.

Out- Reflection None

Through- Classwork Earth Science Pre-Test

Using lab measuring devices

Homework-Finish Using lab measuring devices Test next Tuesday, Sept.13Projects will be due Sept. 15

In- 9/8/11 Warm-UpAnswer the following questions

in complete sentences.1. What is a hypothesis?2. What are the two types of

variables called?3. What is the difference

between those two types of variables?

Out- Reflection (10 pts.)Answer the following questions

in complete sentences.1. Define what the word density

means.2. Which object today in the lab

was the most dense?3. Which was the least dense?4. Did any of your results

surprise you? Why or why not?

Through- Classwork Density notes

Density practice problems

Density lab

Homework- Test next Tuesday Sept. 13Project due Sept. 15

In- 9/9/11, Warm-Up1. Write down the equation

used for calculating density.

Solve the following problems.1. The mass of an object is 25

grams. The volume of the same object is 148 cm3. Calculate the density.

2. The density of an object is 4.67g/cm3 and the volume of the same object is 35.5 cm3. Calculate the object’s mass.


Through- Classwork Finish density lab

Calculate grade

Brain stretcher graphing

Homework- Test on Tuesday

Project due Thursday

In- 9/12/11, Warm-UpSo far we have talked

about what earth science is, scientific method, density, measuring. Write down at least 3 questions that you have about any of these topics.

Out- ReflectionNone- start HW

Through- Classwork Update scoresheetCheck out textbooks

Introducing the EarthComm textbook worksheetGo over format for Geowords and questions in notebooks

Homework- Test Tomorrow Project due ThursdayRead Digging Deeper P. U8-U12, Geowords P. U8-U12Check Your Understanding P. U12 (These go in your notebook) Notebook check Thurs


Your Score

9/5/11-9/15/11

Warm ups 50

9/12/11 P. U8 Geowords and CYU

25

9/15/11 Total 75


In- 9/15/11We are going to be studying

bedrock geology. Make a chart. In one column, write down anything you know about bedrock geology. In a second column, write down things you think you know but your are not sure. In the third column, write down anything you would like to find out.

Out- ReflectionGIST as a class. I will explain

what this means in class today!

Through- Classwork Rock Cycle Webquest in computer lab

Rock cycle game

Homework- None

In- 9/20/11, Warm-UpOn Thursday, we talked about

the rock cycle. Write a five sentence paragraph about the rock cycle. Use and underline at least 5 vocabulary words. If you need help, use your notes.

Out- Reflection (10 pts.)Write a five sentence paragraph

explaining how you would describe a rock. Use your handout to help you.

Through- Classwork Sedimentary Rock PowerPoint with skeleton notes

How To Describe a Rock

Sedimentary rock concept map

Homework- Finish Sedimentary rock concept map

In- 9/22/11In a five sentence paragraph, name and describe the three types of sedimentary rocks. Give an example of each type or sedimentary rock as well.

Out- ReflectionNone

Through- Classwork Silent reading on Sedimentary rocks with questions

Make data table for sedimentary rock lab

Sedimentary Rock Lab

Homework: Work on Geowords assignment

In- 9/23/11, Warm-UpMake a list or write a paragraph on everything that you know about graphing.

Out- ReflectionNone

Through- Classwork Brain stretcher graphing assignment

Homework: None

In- 9/26/11, Warm-UpAnswer the following questions in complete sentences.1.What are the three types of sedimentary rocks?

2. Name and define the processes used to make a sedimentary rock. (There are 4)

Out- Reflection

None

Through- Classwork Calculate Grade

Igneous Rock Oral Reading with Section Wrap Up questions

Igneous Rocks Worksheet

Homework:Finish Igneous Rocks worksheet

Work on Geowords assignment


In- 9/27/11, Warm-UpThe end of the six week grading period is coming up on Friday. How are you doing so far the six weeks? Are you happy with your grades? What could you do differently to improve your grades if you are not happy with them?

Out- ReflectionNone

Through- Classwork Work day

There are at least 5 things that you have the option to work on today and finish up.1.Finish brain stretcher graphing2. Finish calculating grade3. Finish sedimentary rock lab4. Do Review questions from yesterday5. Work on Geowords/CYU 6. Any make up work you have7. If you finish all that, I’ll get you HW for Thursday.

Homework: None

In- 9/29/11 Warm UpAnswer the following questions in complete sentences.1.What are the two types of igneous rocks called?

2. Explain the difference between the two types of ignesous rocks.

3. Give an example of each type of igneous rock.

Out- ReflectionNone

Through- Classwork Update Scoresheet

Igneous rocks notes

Make data table for lab

Igneous rock lab

Igneous rock worksheet

Homework: Notebook check on Friday

Work on Geowords assignment

Igneous rock concept map


Your Score

9/19/11-9/30/11

Warm ups 50

9/20/11 Geowords/CYU 50

9/22/11 Sedimentary Rock Lab 25

9/26/11 Igneous Rock Section wrap up questions

10

9/29/11 Igneous Rock Lab 25

9/30/11 Metamorphic rock section wrap up

10

9/30/11 Total 170


In- 9/30/11, Warm-UpCompare and contrast sedimentary rocks with igneous rocks. You need to write about both similarities and differences.

Out- ReflectionNone- work on concept map

Through- Classwork Metamorphic rocks oral reading with Section Wrap up questions

Metamorphic rocks skeleton notes

Metamorphic rocks concept map

Homework: None

In- 10/3/11, Warm-UpIn a five sentence paragraph, write about metamorphic rocks. Use your notes to help you if you need to.

Out- ReflectionNone- Start HW

Through- Classwork Make data table for metamorphic rock lab

Metamorphic rock lab

Homework: Metamorphic rock worksheet due Tuesday

Rocks review due Thursday

In- 10/4/11, Warm-UpAnswer the following questions about metamorphic rocks in complete sentences.1.What are the two types of metamorphic rocks called?

2. Explain the difference between the two types of metamorphic rock.

3. Give an example of each type of metamorphic rock.


Through- Classwork P. U33 Activity 4 in groupsThis assignment will go in your notebook

Concept map p. U36

Homework: Finish concept map using p. U36 to help you.

In- 10/6/11 Warm-UpUsing the Activity from Tuesday to help you, answer the following questions:1.Why do you think that sedimentary rock units are deposited in tilted layers?2. The igneous rock units did not show up on the map, only on the cross-section. Why is this do you think?

3. What kind of environment needed to be presnt to produce limestone, sandstone, and shale?

Out- ReflectionName and describe the three types of faults in complete sentences.

Through- Classwork Rock units reading and concept map

Folding and Faulting notes

Folding and faulting lab

Homework: Test next Thursday

Project due Monday, Oct. 17

In- 10/7/11, Warm-UpIn a five sentence paragraph, compare and contrast the three types of faults.

Out- ReflectionNone- fix fault lab

Through- Classwork Forces in Earth’s Forces in Earth’s crust notes in the crust notes in the computer labcomputer lab

Fix Faulting lab

Homework: Test next ThursdayProject due Mon. Oct. 17

In- 10/10/11, Warm-UpAnswer the following questions in complete sentences:1.What causes folds and faults to occur?

2. Explain how folds are different than faults.

3. Name and draw a picture of the two types of folds.


Through- Classwork Activity 6 in textbook

Sequence of events packet

Homework: Study for your test on Thursday

Project due next Monday

In- 10/11/11 Warm Up1. Based on the acitivy from yesterday, describe how you can tell if a rock unit is old or young.

2. Sometimes there are gaps in the rock record. What could cause these gaps to occur?

3. If a fault cuts through three layers of rock, is the fault older or younger than the layers? How do you know?

Reflection: 10 ptsIn a five sentence paragraph, reflect on what you have learned in the bedrock geology unit. Underline 5 key words.

Through- Classwork Geologic principles

Test Review

Homework: Study for test on Thursday

Project due on Monday

In- 10/17/11, Warm-UpNo Warm Up-Set up notebook for 25 movie facts


Through- Classwork Earth: The Biography Volcanoes Movie

Write down 25 facts in complete sentences in your notebook.1.

2.

3.

ETC.

Homework: Notebook check FridayGeowords assignment due in notebook on Friday

In- 10/18/11, Warm-UpIn at least 5 sentences, summarize what the movie talked about yesterday.

Out- Reflection (10 pts)Answer the questions below in complete sentences.1.Name and describe the motion of the three types of plates.

2. Name and give an example of the three types of convergent plate boundaries.

3. At what type of plate boundary would you find a fault? What about a volcano?

Through- Classwork Plate Boundary PowerPoint with Cornell notes

Plate boundaries worksheet

Homework: Notebok check Friday

In- 10/20/11 Warm-UpUpdate Scoresheet

Out- ReflectionNone start HW

Through- Classwork This Dynamic Planet map activity due in class today

Continental drift oral reading with section wrap up questions

Homework:Development of the theory of plate tectonics DDRG



Your Score

10/3/11-10/21/11

Warm-Ups 50

10/3/11 Geowords and CYU 50

10/3/11 Metamorp. rock lab 25

10/4/11 Activity 4 P. U33 25

10/10/11 Activity 6 P. U43 25

10/17/11 Volcanoes movie 25 facts

25

10/20/11 Section Wrap up questions

10

10/21/11 Total 210

In- 10/21/11, Warm-UpIn a five sentence paragraph, use your homework to summarize how the theory of plate tectonics was developed.

Out- Reflection (10 pts)In a five sentence paragraph, summarize what you have learned so far about plate tectonics.

Through- Classwork Pangaea Activity

Homework: None

In- 10/24/11, Warm-UpIn a five sentence paragraph, explain how scientists know that Pangaea used to exist. You can also talk about what happened to the earth after Pangaea existed.

Out- Reflection (10 pts)In a five sentence paragraph, summarize the notes from today. Underline 5 key words.

Through- ClassworkBuilding Features of Earth’s Surface PowerPoint with skeleton notes and animations

Homework-DDRG Dynamics of Plate Boundaries

In- 10/25/11, Warm-UpAnswer the following questions in complete sentences. -Using your notes give an example of a divergent boundary, a convergent boundary, and a transform boundary. For each example state the location and the types of geologic features are found there.

Out- Reflection None- extra credit assignment

Through- Classwork Subduction Zones and volcanoes worksheet

Geologic Time Earth’s Past worksheet

Extra Credit Word Search

Homework: None

In- 10/27/11, Warm-UpAnswer the questions in complete sentences.1.What is a sudction zone?2. Explain how a subduction zone forms.3. What is being created at a subduction zone?

Out- Reflection 10ptsIn a five sentence paragraph, summarize what you have learned about plate tectonics this week in class.

Through- Classwork Plate Tectonic Posters

DUE IN CLASS TODAY

Homework: None

In- 11/1/11, Warm-UpWe are about half way through the semester. In a five sentence paragraph, write about how has your first semester been going at TJ? What classes have been going well? What classes are not going well? What do you need to do to make sure that you reach your goals?

Out- Reflection (10 pts)In a five sentence paragraph, summarize what seafloor spreading is.

Through- Classwork Seafloor spreading reading with section wrap up questions

Seafloor spreading worksheet

Homework: Plate tectonics test next Wednesday

Notebook check next Wednesday

Finish Seafloor spreading worksheet

In- 11/3/11, Warm-UpAnswer in complete sentences1.What is a seafloor spreading?2. What type of geologic feature does seafloor spreading occur at?3. What is created during seafloor spreading?

Out- Reflection 10ptsWrite a five sentenceParagraph. Explain what causes the plates to move and what convection currents are. Explain how density is related to convection currents.

Through- Classwork Earth’s Interior Structure PowerPoint with notes

Density of Earth materials lab DUE IN CLASS

Homework: DDRG P.G68-G72 Measuring the motion of the lithospheric plates

Plate Tectonics test on Wednesday

Notebook check on Wednesday

In-11/4/11 Warm-UpAnswer the following questions in complete sentences.1.What is the lithosphere?2. What is the asthenosphere?3. Explain how convection works.4. What causes the plates to move?

Out- Reflection (10 pts)In a five sentence paragraph, summarize what you have learned so far about plate tectonics. Underline 5 key words.

Through- Classwork Tonga trench activity

Plate tectonics review extra credit due on Wednesday

Homework: Plate tectonics test on Wednesday

Notebook check Wednesday

In- 11/7/11, Warm-UpYour plate tectonics test is on Wednesday. In a five sentence paragraph, summarize what you have learned about plate tectonics. Underline 5 key words.

Out- Reflection

None

Through- Classwork Start Mid-ocean ridges and heat flow map

Homework: Study for Plate tectonics test on Wednesday

Notebook check on Wednesday

Extra credit due Wednesday

In- 11/8/11, Warm-UpTomorrow is the end of the second 6 week grading period. In a five sentence paragraph, write about what you need to do in your classes to make sure you are going to earn your credits. What teachers do you need to talk to? What do you need to turn in?

Out- Reflection (extra credit 10 pts)

In a five sentence paragraph, summarize what you learned from the activity we have been working on for the past two days.

Through- Classwork Update scoresheet

Finish mid-ocean ridges and heat flow assignment

DUE IN CLASS TODAY

Homework:Study for plate tectonics testNotebook check tomorrow

Extra credit due tomorrow


Your Score

10/24/11-

11/9/11

Warm-Ups 50

11/1/11 Section Wrap up questions

20

11/9/11 Extra credit reflection

10

11/9/11 Total 70

In- 11/14/11 Warm-UpIn a five sentence paragraph, write down anything you know about volcanoes. If you do not know anything about volcanoes, write down questions you have about volcanoes or things you would like to learn about volcanoes.

Out- Reflection (10 pts.)In a five sentence paragraph, summarize the notes you took in class today.

Through- Classwork Famous Eruptions PowerPoint with Cornell notes

Homework:Volcanoes vocabulary due Dec. 9th in notebook

Volcanoes Geowords/CYU due Dec. 9th in notebook

In- 11/15/11, Warm-UpAnswer the following questions in complete sentences.1.What are the three types of volcanoes called?

2. Which type do you think has the most explosive eruptions? What about least explosive?

3. Give an example of each type of volcano.

Out- ReflectionNone

Through- Classwork Patterns of volcanism Graphing assignment

Homework:Work on vocabulary and CYU assignments

Volcanoes quiz next Tues.

In- 11/17/11, Warm-Up1.Describe a shield volcano.

2. Describe a cinder cone volcano.

3. Describe a composite volcano.

Out- Reflection (10 pts)Summarize the notes you took and the lab you did today in at least a five sentence paragraph.

Through- Classwork Properties of Molten Rock PowerPoint with skeleton notes

Speed of a bubble lab due in class today

Homework:Work on Vocabulary and CYU questions due Dec. 9th in notebook

Volcanoes quiz next Tues.

In- 11/18/11 Warm-UpAnswer the following questions in complete sentences.1.Define viscosity.

2. Does lava with high viscosity flow quickly or slowly.

3. What causes lava to be viscous? (What is the lava made of)

4. What is the difference between a pyroclastic flow and a lava flow?


Through- Classwork Finish Patterns of Volcanism assignment

Finish Speed of a bubble lab

Whatever you do not finish in class is due Monday.

Homework:Work on Vocabulary and CYU assignment due Dec. 9th in notebook

Volcanoes quiz Tues.

In- 11/21/11, Warm-UpWrite a five sentence paragraph summarizing what you have learned so far about volcanoes.Out- Reflection (10 pts)In a five sentence paragraph, explain what the relationship is between silica content, water content, and eruptive violence. What type of products are produced in violent eruptions? What about non-violent eruptions?

Through- Classwork Worksheet 17.2 due in class

Homework:Work on vocabulary and CYU assignment due in notebook Dec. 9th

Volcanoes quiz tomorrow

In- 11/22/11, Warm-Up Review Questions1.What are the three types of volcanoes called?2. Explain why volcanoes in Hawaii do not have violent eruptions whereas other volcanoes such as Mt. St. Helens have more violent eruptions.

3. What does viscosity mean and how does viscosity relate to volcanoes?

4. How does silica effect the viscosity of a volcano?

Out- ReflectionNone

Through- Classwork Volcanoes quiz

Homework:Work on Vocabulary and CYU assignments due Dec. 9th in notebook

In- 11/28/11, Warm-Up Imagine that you were in an earthquake. In a five sentence paragraph, describe what you think it would be like.


Through- Classwork NOVA Tsunami: The Wave that Shook the World movieWrite down 25 facts in your notebook.1.2.3.4.etc

Homework:Read Pg. G125-G128, CYU 1-5, U&A 1-3Read Pg. G134-G136 CYU 1-4Due in notebook Dec. 9th

In- 11/29/11, Warm-Up In a five sentence paragraph summarize what the movie was talking about yesterday.

Out- Reflection None.

Through- Classwork Finish movie

Earthquakes PowerPoint with skeleton notes

Homework:None

In- 12/1/10 and 12/2/10 Warm-Up Answer the following questions in complete sentences.1.What is an earthquake?2. What is the focus?3. What is the epicenter?4. What are the 3 types of waves called?

Out- Reflection1.What motion do the three types of waves make? You can draw a picture if you would like.2. Explain how to find the epicenter of an earthquake.

Through- Classwork Finish Earthquake notes

Slinky activity

Earthquake travel time graph

Locating an epicenter worksheet

Homework:None

In- 12/3/10, Warm-Up In a five sentence paragraph, write about how your semester is going so far. What has been good? What could be better? What do you need to do to make sure that you pass all of your classes?


Through- Classwork Locating the epicenter of an earthquake

Homework:None

In- 12/6/10, Warm-Up Write a five sentence paragraph summarizing what you have learned so far about earthquakes.Out- Reflection 10pts.Write a five-sentence paragraph. Summarize your notes that you took today.

Through- Classwork Earthquakes PowerPoint with notes

Homework:Pg. G141-G144 CYU 1,2,3,5GPg. G150-G152 CYU 1-2

In- 11/24/08, Warm-Up Write a five-sentence paragraph. Based on what we have studied so far this year, explain how the Earth’s systems are connected. As an example you could explain how volcanoes are connected to the geosphere, the atmosphere,the hydrosphere, and the biosphere.

Out- Reflection 15pts.Write a five-sentence paragraph. Summarize what you learned in the video today. Underline 4 key terms

Through- Classwork NOVA: Wave that Shook the World 20 Facts (Must be in complete sentences)-Skip Spaces1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.10.Etc…

Homework:None

In- 11/25/08, Warm-Up Write a five-sentence paragraph. Based on what we have studied so far this year, explain how the subjects that we studied are connected. As an example you could explain how bedrock geology, plate tectonics, earthquakes and volcanoes are all connected.



Homework:None

In- 12/01/08, Warm-Up Write a five sentence paragraph. Write about someone that you look up to. Who is this person?How do you know them?Why do you look up to them?How can you use the things that you learn from them to help you, in your life?

Out- ReflectionNone- Start Homework

Through- Classwork Oral Reading Digging Deeper“What is an Earthquake” -Pg G125Wave Animations

“Recording Earthquake Waves”-Pg G134PDF Images

-Start Homework

Homework:Read Pg G125-G129 CYU#1-5 + U&A #1-3Read Pg G134-G136 CYU#1-4

In- 12/02/08, Warm-Up -Explain how seismic waves are generated by an earthquake.-Describe a P-wave.-Describe an S-wave.-Describe a surface wave.

Out- ReflectionExplain the relationship between the arrival times of P-waves and S-waves and the distances from the epicenter of the earthquake.

Through- Classwork Travel Time Graph I

Homework:Read Pg G141-G144 CYU#1-5

In- 12/04/08, Warm-Up P4 Write a five sentence paragraph. Summarize what you have learned this week. How can seismologist use data, like we have been working with, to learn about earthquakes? Underline 4 key terms,refer to the word wall, your book etc…

Out- Reflection

Through- Classwork Travel Time Graph IIGlencoe Exploration-How to Determine the Epicenter of an Earthquake Locating an Epicenter WS

Homework:None

In- 12/04/08, Warm-Up -Describe the Modified Mercalli Intensity scale.-Why is the intensity value of an earthquake more meaningful than magnitude to a non-scientist.-Explain how seismologist measure the magnitude of an earthquake. Out- ReflectionWrite a five sentence paragraph. Summarize what you have learned this week. How can seismologist use data, like we have been working with, to learn about earthquakes? Underline 4 key terms,refer to the word wall, your book etc…


Homework:None (Finish Classwork)

In- 12/05/08, Warm-Up None- set-up the right page


Through- Classwork EARTH: THE BIOGRAPHY20 Facts (Must be in complete sentences)-Skip Spaces1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.10.Etc…

Homework:None

In- 12/8/08, Warm-UpWrite a five sentence paragraph. Summarize what you learned last week. How can seismologist use data, like we have been working with, to learn about earthquakes?

Out- Reflection 10pts.10pts. Write a five sentence paragraph. Summarize what you learned today. Explain the intensity scale used to describe the effects of an earthquake. Explain how the magnitude, focus, and epicenter, directly effect the intensity of an earthquake. Underline 4 key terms,refer to the word wall, your book etc…

Through- Classwork Earth Quest- Earthquake-Computer w/projector-Earthquake Intensity WS

Homework:Earthquake Intensity WS

In- 12/8/08, Warm-UpWrite a five sentence paragraph. Imagine you were in an earthquake. What would you feel? What would you hear? What would you see? What would you smell?





Out- Reflection 10pts.10pts. Read the 1st paragraph on Page 141. Based upon this reading determine if the Modified Mercali intensity scale is a qualitative or quantitative value. Explain. -Three complete sentences-Underline key terms

Through- Classwork Earthquake in RattlesburgPart I-Determine intensity values and plot on map.Part II-Draw isoseismal lines on map. (All class w/overhead)

Homework:Read Pg G150-G152 CYU #1-2 + U&A #1e-f

In- 12/10/08, Warm-UpWrite a five sentence paragraph. Summarize what you have learned about earthquakes. Out- Reflection 10pts.10pts.

Use a Venn diagram to compare and contrast the relationship between earthquake intensity and magnitude. Include and underline the following words: Intensity, Magnitude, Modified Mercali Scale, Richter Scale, Qualitative, and Quantitative.

Through- Classwork Qualitative vs. QuantitativeEarthquake Damage PPT

Homework: None

Notes:Headings:

In- 12/11/08, Warm-UpWe are going to study the water cycle today. Write a five sentence paragraph. Identify the different places water can go as it moves through and around the Earth.

Out- Reflection 20pts.20pts. Draw a basic diagram of the water cycle. Include and underline the following words: Evaporation, condensation, transpiration, precipitation, snowmelt, surface runoff, clouds, ground water, rivers, lakes, oceans. Connect them all with arrows.

Through- Classwork The Water Cycle ReadingUSGS Website OverviewThe Water Cycle Activity“Imagine” Water Cycle Water Cycle RAFT

Homework: Complete Water Cycle Story (RAFT)





In- 12/15/08, Warm-UpWrite a five-sentence paragraph. Based on what we have studied so far this year, explain how the Earth’s systems are connected. As an example you could explain how volcanoes are connected to the geosphere, the atmosphere,the hydrosphere, and the biosphere.

Out- ReflectionTBD

Through- Classwork Mid-Term Review Session PPTMid-Term Exam Study Guide

Homework: Complete Mid-Term Exam Study Guide

In- 12/16/08, Warm-UpWrite a five sentenceParagraph. What is your favorite topic of study/activity that we have studied this year in Earth Science? Why did you enjoy this area of study? What is your least favorite study/activity? Why?

Out- ReflectionTBD

Through- Classwork Mid-Term Review Session PPTMid-Term Exam Study Guide-Part II


In- 8/20/09, Warm-UpNo Warm-Up

Out- ReflectionWrite a five sentence paragraph about someone that you look up to. (Someone you know or a celebrity) Who? Why? Etc…

Through- Class work

Set-Up Interactive Notebook

Homework-

In- 8/21/08, Warm-UpWrite a five sentence paragraphabout the most beautiful placethat you have ever been. What isthe name of this place? Who tookyou there? When did you gothere? Where is this place? Whyis it beautiful? Out- Reflection 10 pts.Earth Science Concept Map-What items did you connect?-What was your favoriteconnection?-Why is understanding connectionsbetween the different spheresimportant?-CSIQ- Complete Sentences12

Through- Classwork

Earth Science SlideshowAnswer each slide in complete sentences. CSIQ: Complete Sentence Including Question

Earth Science Concept MapHomework- Earth Science Word Search

13

In- 8/22/08, Warm-UpWrite a five sentenceparagraph about whyunderstanding connectionsbetween the different spheresImportant.-Give a few examples of someOf the connections that youmade. -Explain how air, surface,water, frozen water, and livingthings interact to affect yourlives.Out- Reflection None (Applying Science/What isEarth Science? WS)14

Through- Classwork

Earth Science Notes-Graphic Organizer

Applying Science/What is Earth Science? WS

Homework- none 15

Date Assignment Name Points Possibl

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Your Score

8/21/08+

8/22/08

Earth Science Slide Show

30

8/20/08- 8/22/08

Warm-Ups 20

8/22/08 Total 50


In- 8/25/08, Warm-UpWrite a five sentenceparagraph that summarizes theproblems and benefits thatresult from our moderntechnology.-Give a few examples of theseproblems and benefits fromFriday's assignment.

Out- Reflection None (Scientific Method LabReport WS)

15

Through- Classwork

Scientific Method-Cornell Notes WS

Scientific Method LabReport WS

Homework- Scientific Method Lab Report WS

16

In- 8/26/08, Warm-Up

-What is a hypothesis?-What is an independentvariable?-What is a dependentvariable?-What is a control?

Out- Reflection None (Using the ScientificMethod Lab)17

Through- Classwork Using the Scientific Method Lab-Test the Hypothesis and Analyze the Data Notes: Recording data and graphing basics (optional)

Homework- Using the Scientific Method Lab-Bar Graph and Conclusion

18

In- 8/28/08, Warm-Up-CSIQ--From yesterdays lab, whatwas your hypothesis?-From the data, what wasthe warmest part of theroom?-Based on the data, whatconclusion did you draw?-How did your findingscompare to the two othergroups that you exchangedData with?Out- Reflection -CSIQ-Explain two ways to findthe density of anObject? 10pts.19

Through- Classwork Safety in the Science Classroom

Density Lab

Homework- Designing anExperiment/Scientific Method WS

20

In- 8/29/08, Warm-Up-CSIQ--What is the changeablefactor in an experimentcalled?-What word refers to astandard for comparisonIn an experiment.-What do milliliters andCubic centimetersmeasure?-What do grams measure??

Out- ReflectionNone.

Through- Classwork Quiz- Intro to Earth Science & Basics of Science (Open Note)

Practicing Measurement Skills WS

Homework- none

In- 9/2/08, Warm-UpWrite a five sentenceparagraph about yourfavorite musician orband. Who is thismusician or band? Whatstyle is this musician orband? Why do you likethis musician or band?

Out- ReflectionNone.

Through- Classwork Check out Earth Comm Textbooks-Introducing the Earth Comm Textbook WS-Geo Words Format Handout and Assignment Instructions

Homework- Geo Words Pg U8-U12 All

In- 9/4/08, Warm-Up-CSIQ-Use your book Pg U8 U12 -How do you think weatheringand erosion provide theingredients that will form asedimentary rock?-How do you think compactionand cementation can form asedimentary rock?Out- Reflection-CSIQ-Write a five-sentenceparagraph that summarizesthe rock cycle. Include thethree types of rocks.

Through- Classwork Homework FormatRock Cycle Activity

Homework- Read Pg U8-U12Answer questions: CYU #1-4 and U&A #1&2

In- 9/5/08, Warm-UpUpdate Scoresheet

Out- ReflectionComplete SentencesWhat processes cause sedimentto be converted intosedimentary rock?Describe each of the following:Sedimentary Rock-Clastic-Chemical-Organic

Through- Classwork Rock Types- Graphic

Organizer

You will paste your Graphic Organizer here at the end

of class.

Homework- None


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Your Score

9/5/08 Rock Types- Graphic Organizer

20

8/25/08- 9/4/08

Warm-Ups 50

9/5/08 Total 70


In- 9/8/08, Warm-Up-CSIQ-What are two differentcategories of igneous rocks?What are two differentcategories ofmetamorphic rocks?What are three differentcategories ofsedimentary rocks?

Out- ReflectionNone(start homework)

Through- Classwork DPS Earth Science Pre-Test

Extra Credit Bedrock Geology Word SearchHomework- Geo Words Pg U17-U20 All

In- 9/9/08, Warm-Up-CSIQ--What type of environment doeslimestone suggest?-In what type of environmentdoes coal form?-What processes cause sedimentto be converted intosedimentary rock?

Out- ReflectionDescribe the variety of rocksin our community. Are theremany different types of rocksin our community? If so, Whydo you think this is the case?Explain.

Through- Classwork Geologic Maps and the Rocks

of Our Community-What are the most common sedimentary rocks in our community?-What are the most common igneous rocks in our community?-What are the most common metamorphic rocks our community?-What are the oldest rocks in our community?-Data Tables on the following

pages.Homework- Read Pg U17-U20 CYU 1-4

In- 9/11/08, Warm-Up-CSIQ--Describe the type of igneousrock that is formed when magmacools very slowly. (details)-Describe the type of igneousrock that is formed when lavacools very quickly. (details)-What determines the color ofan igneous rock?

Out- ReflectionDescribe the variety of rocksin our community. Are theremany different types of rocksin our community? If so, Whydo you think this is the case?Explain.

Through- Classwork Geologic History Notes-answer 9/9/08 Through Questions-Butera’s Favorite Areas-How to Describe a Rock•Lecture w/handoutRock Lab

Homework- Read Pg U27-U30 CYU 1-3+Geo Words Pg U27-U30 All

In- 9/12/08, Warm-Up-CSIQ--What is a protolith? -Explain why foliationoccurs in many metamorphicrocks.-Explain regional metamorphism.

Out- ReflectionWrite a five sentence paragraphthat summarizes what you havelearned this week. Please bespecific.

Through- Classwork Activity 4: Rock Units-Read U36-U37-Rock Units and Your Community WS•Together as a classGeo Words Cross Word Puzzle

Homework- None

In- 9/16/08, Warm-Up-What are two sources of heat that can lead to metamorphism?-Explain how regional metamorphism can metamorphose large volumes of rock.-Explain contact metamorphism.-Explain how foliation occurs in a metamorphic rock.

Out- Reflection

None (Start HW)

Through- Classwork Cornell Notes- -Forces in the Earth Part II-Review homework format and start homework

Classwork/Homework: Read Pg. U53-U55 CYU 1-3 + U&A 1+2

Notes:Headings:

In- 9/15/08, Warm-UpWrite a five sentenceparagraph. Explain the rock cycle. Include some of the new information that you have learned recently in this class. Please include at least 3 Geo Words and underline them.

Out- Reflection

None (Start HW)

Through- Classwork Cornell Notes- Forces in the Earth Part I

Classwork/Homework: Read Pg. U43-U47 CYU 1-3 + U&A 1+2

Notes:Headings:

In- 9/18/08, Warm-Up-What factors determine whether the Earth’s crust will fold or form a fault?-What are the three types of faults?-What are the two types of folds?

Out- Reflection 15ptsWrite a five sentence paragraph that explains what you have learned about bedrock geology. Include three of the new Geo Words that you have learned. Additionally, include some examples of evidence of geologic principle that are found in our community.

Through- Classwork Activity #6 Reading the Geologic History of Your CommunityPart A1a)b)c)2a)b)3a)b)4a)b)5a) b)Part B1a)

Fault LabHomework: None

In- 9/22/08, Warm-UpWrite a five sentenceparagraph. Explain the geologic principle of superposition. What are two exceptions to this rule. Where can you see a good example of this principle in the Denver area?

Out- Reflection

None (Start HW)

Through- Classwork Cornell Notes- Bedrock Geology Review

Classwork/Homework: Bedrock Geology Study Guide

Notes:Headings:

In- 9/23/08, Warm-Up-CSIQ--Explain the geologic principle of lateral continuity.-Explain the geologic principle of superposition.-What are the causes of uplift and subsidence?

Out- Reflection

None

Through- Classwork Bedrock Geology Chapter Test

Homework: None

In- 9/25/08, Warm-Up-CSIQ-Write a five-sentence paragraph. Explain what you learned as you studied bedrock geology. What did you know already? What was new to you? What was your favorite part?

Out- ReflectionWrite a five-sentence paragraph. Summarize what you learned today on the plate tectonics website. You must include five new terms from the website. Underline each term.

Through- Classwork Counselor PresentationPlate Tectonics Web Activity

Homework: None

In- 9/26/08, Warm-Up-CSIQ-Write a five-sentence paragraph. Summarize what you learned today on the plate tectonics website. You must include five new terms from the website. Underline each term.

Out- ReflectionNone

Through- Classwork Plate Tectonics Web ActivityExtra credit word search-Rocks and Minerals-Due at the end of classMust finish web activity first

Homework: None

In- 9/29/08, Warm-UpWrite a five sentenceParagraph. Summarize what you learned last week about plate tectonics. Include at least five specific terms and underline them.

Out- Reflection

None (Start HW)

Through- Classwork Cornell Notes- Plate Tectonics

Classwork/Homework: Geo Words Pg G68-G72 All

Notes:Headings:

In- 9/30/08, Warm-Up-CSIQ--What are three types of plate boundaries?-What are the two layers of mantle?-Describe these two layers of mantle.

Out- Reflection

None (Start HW)

Through- Classwork Sea Floor Spreading- ReadingSea Floor Spreading- ReadingPg G69-G72Pg G69-G72 Magnetosphere PPTMagnetosphere PPTRates of Sea Floor SpreadingRates of Sea Floor Spreading -Activity/WS-Activity/WS

Classwork/Homework: Rates of Sea Floor SpreadingRates of Sea Floor Spreading -Activity/WS-Activity/WS

In- 10/2/08, Warm-Up-CSIQ-Write a five-sentence paragraph.Summarize what you learned form the activity, Rates of Sea Floor Spreading.-Where is the oldest rock relative to the Mid-Atlantic Ridge? Where is theyoungest rock? What conclusion can you draw from this data?-How do the magnetic striping patterns help prove the existence of divergentplate boundaries, sea floor spreading and plate tectonics?Out- ReflectionWrite a five-sentence paragraph.Describe all of the evidence for the Theory of Plate Tectonics that we havelearned so far.

Through- Classwork -Plate Tectonics Act.#2 -Plate Tectonics Act.#2 Investigate Pg. G77Investigate Pg. G77Part C 1a,b,c Part D 1a,b,c-Subduction Zone Lab Set-Subduction Zone Lab Set

Classwork/Homework: Read Pg G68-G72 CYU# 1-6 Read Pg G68-G72 CYU# 1-6 + U&A 1,3,4,5+ U&A 1,3,4,5

In- 10/03/08, Warm-UpWrite a five sentenceParagraph. Explain how the different types of evidence that we have studied this week supports the theory of plate tectonics. (GPS: Global Positioning System, Sea Floor Spreading, The Andesite Line)

Out- Reflection 10pts.Write a five sentenceParagraph. Summarize what you learned this week. Include six specific terms and underline them.

Through- Classwork Cornell Notes- Plate Boundaries PPTPlate Boundaries WS

Homework: None

Notes:Headings:


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Your Score

9/26/08-

10/3/08

Warm-Ups 50

9/29/08 Cornell Notes- Plate Tectonics

20

10/3/08 Cornell Notes- Plate Boundaries PPT

20

10/3/08 Total 90

In- 10/06/08, Warm-Up-Name three types of boundaries between lithospheric plates.-Convergent boundaries can be found in three different settings, what are they?

Out- Reflection 10pts.Write a five sentenceParagraph. Describe subduction. Include four specific terms and underline them.

Through- Classwork Read Pg G68-G72, G78-G83Plate Tectonics Poster

Homework: Read Pg G78-G83 CYU #1-7

In- 10/07/08, Warm-UpWrite a five sentenceParagraph. Describe subduction. Include four specific terms and underline them.

Out- Reflection None (Start HW)

Through- Classwork Plate Tectonics Poster-Due today: no additional class time will be used.Extra Credit Cross Word-Must finish poster, due at the end of class

Homework: Read Pg G89-G93 CYU #1-6 + U&A #1a+b

In- 10/17/08, Warm-UpWrite a five sentenceParagraph. Describe all of the geologic features that can form at plate boundaries. Include four specific terms and underline them.Out- Reflection Write a five sentenceParagraph. Explain the following information: Which rock was the most dense, which rock was the least dense earth material. Which of these rocks is found on the continental crust and which of these rocks is found in the oceanic crust. How does this lab relate to Plate tectonics?

Through- Classwork Density & Convection-Demo + PPTCornell Notes: How to solve for Volume and MassDensity of Earth Materials Lab


Notes:Headings:

In- 10/10/08, Warm-UpDraw and label a diagram showing the three main layers of the earth. Include diagrams of convection currents and show some of the features that result from these forces. (Refer to figure 3 on Pg G92.)

Out- Reflection 10pts. Write a five sentenceParagraph. Describe the process thermal convection in the Earth’s interior. Explain how this process drives the plates. Include five specific terms and underline them.

Through- Classwork Plate Tectonics Poster-Super Bonus, one-time only, last day!Extra Credit Cross Word-Must finish poster, due at the end of class

Homework: None

In- 10/13/08, Warm-UpAnswer the following questions in complete sentences. -CSIQ--What pattern discovered along the ocean floor helps prove that the plates aremoving apart at ocean ridges?-What is the name of the process when one lithospheric plate remains at thesurface and another plate slides down beneath the surface plate?-How was the Andes Mountain range in western South America most likely formed?Out- Reflection Write a five sentenceParagraph. Describe how the heat flow at mid-ocean ridges provides evidence tosupport the theory of plate tectonics.

Through- Classwork Mid-Ocean Ridge Heat Flow


In- 10/14/08, Warm-UpThink of a person in history, in your community, or in the news today who has made a positive contribution to the world. What is/was that contribution and how was it linked to the individuals skills and talents, and/or personal values?Out- ReflectionWhat are some of your strengths?What are some of your values?What careers could possibly lead from your interests, strengths and values?

Through- ClassworkCollege Ed 10/14/08College Ed is a series of activities in a workbook that you will be completing this year. It is part of the Excelerator Program.

TJHS received a large grant from College Board, the organization that runs the Excelerator Program, two years ago. This grant allows TJHS to provide more AP classes, run the Future Center, and provide programs like AVID and College Ed, which help prepare students for college.

In- 10/16/08, Warm-UpAnswer the following questions in complete sentences. -CSIQ--Using your notes give an example of a divergent boundary, a convergent boundary, and a transform boundary. For each example state the location and the types of geologic features are found there. Out- Reflection 10ptsWrite a five sentenceParagraph. Describe how the Earth’s Systems are interconnected. Refer to the DVD Earth: The Biography- Volcanoes. Include five specific terms and underline them.

Through- Classwork Mid-Ocean Ridge Heat Flow DVD Earth: The Biography- Volcanoes20 Facts or Theories(Must be in complete sentences)-Skip Spaces1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.10.Etc…

Homework: None

In- 10/17/08, Warm-UpWrite a five sentenceParagraph. Describe how the Earth’s Systems are interconnected. Refer to the DVD Earth: The Biography- Volcanoes. Include five specific terms and underline them.

Out- Reflection 10ptsWrite a five sentenceParagraph. Summarize what you learned this week. Include six specific terms and underline them.

Through- Classwork Building Features on the Earths Surface- PPT w/ WS

Homework: None


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Your Score

10/6/08-

10/17/08

Warm-Ups 70

10/17/08

Total 70

In- 10/20/08, Warm-Up-How was the Andes Mountain range in western South America Likely formed?-If an unknown rock has a mass of 30.0 g and a volume of 10.0 cm3, What is the density?-What is the name of the process by which the continental landmass grows as a result of ocean continental subduction?

Out- Reflection 10ptsWrite a five sentenceParagraph. Explain all of the pieces of evidence that you have learned about that help to support the theory of plate tectonics. Include six specific terms and underline them.

Through- Classwork Tonga Trench- IntroIsland Arc/Trench Earthquakes Lab Set

Plate Tectonics Chapter Test Friday 8/24/08 159 pts.

Homework: Study for Plate Tectonics Chapter Test

In- 10/23/08, Warm-UpAnswer in complete sentences-Why are earthquakes and volcanoes usually found on the continental side of a plate boundary?-What is the name of the process when one lithospheric plate remains at the surface and another plate slides down beneath the surface plate?-What is the part of the Earth that is the solid uppermost part- the most technical term?Out- Reflection 10ptsWrite a five sentenceParagraph. Explain all of the pieces of evidence that you have learned about that help to support the theory of plate tectonics. Include six specific terms and underline them.

Through- Classwork DDRG Development of the Theory of Plate TectonicsPangaea/Laurasia and Gondwanland Map ActivityPlate Tectonics Chapter Test Review

Plate Tectonics Chapter Test Friday 8/24/08 159

pts.

Homework: Study for Plate Tectonics Chapter Test

In- 10/24/08, Warm-UpWrite a five sentenceParagraph. Explain all of the pieces of evidence that you have learned about that help to support the theory of plate tectonics and continental drift. Include six specific terms and underline them.

Out- ReflectionNone

Through- Classwork

Plate Tectonics Chapter Test -159 pts.-

Volcanoes Vocabulary

Homework: Finish Volcanoes Vocabulary

In- 10/27/08, Warm-UpWrite a five sentenceParagraph. Based on what you learned about plate tectonics , explain what causes volcanoes. Include four specific terms and underline them.Out- Reflection 10 pts.Write a five sentenceParagraph. Describe what you saw in the slideshow today. What types of scenes were shown in the pictures? Was there loss of life or damages to the environment? What types of colors did you see in the images, describe them. Do these events occur on a small scale or a large scale. Are volcanoes powerful? Underline six key descriptive words.

Through- Classwork Mt. St. Helens Video ClipFamous Eruptions PPT-Cornell Notes

Homework: None

Notes:Headings:



Through- Classwork Volcanic Landforms PPT-Cornell NotesGlencoe Explorations 10 w/WS

Homework:Read Pg. G7-G11 CYU#1-6 + U&A 2,3,4

Notes:Headings:

In- 11/4/08, Warm-Up-Where do most volcanoes form on land?-What are hot spots? Provide an example of a hot spot on Earth.-Where do most volcanoes occur?


Through- Classwork Physical and Chemical Properties of Molten Rock PPT-Cornell NotesEruptions and Forms of Volcanoes WS

Homework:Read Pg. G17-G21 CYU#3-6

Notes:Headings:

In- 11/6/08, Warm-UpWrite a five sentenceParagraph. Explain the relationship between silica content and pyroclastic vs. lava flow. Explain the relationship between water vapor and pyroclastic vs. lava flow.

Out- Reflection 10 pts.Write a five sentenceParagraph. Explain how today’s lab is relate to our recent studies of volcanoes. Underline five key terms.

Through- Classwork Speed of the Bubble Lab-Graphs and Motion

Homework:Read Pg. G26-G28 CYU#1-6

In- 11/7/08, Warm-Up-What is viscosity?-Name two factors that influence the viscosity of lava flow.-What is a pyroclastic flow?

Out- Reflection 10 pts.Write a five sentenceParagraph. Summarize what you learned this week. Include the terms on the word wall. Underline five key terms.

Through- Classwork Investigation 17-2-Volcanic Eruptions

Homework:None

In- 11/11/08, Warm-Up-What types of volcanic landforms are associated with high silica magmas?-What type of volcanoes are usually found at subduction zones. -What type of magma chemical composition would you expect to find at a hot spot?

Out- Reflection

None

Through- Classwork Patterns of Volcanism

Homework:Patterns of Volcanism

In- 11/13/08, Warm-Up-What is the cause of most volcanoes found on land?-Describe a composite volcano.-Describe a shield volcano.-Describe a cinder cone volcano.Out- Reflection 15 pts.Write a five-sentence paragraph.Scenario: A volcano erupted and you died. What were you doing at the time of the eruption. Were you near the eruption or 80 Km away? What was your cause of death. What type of volcanic hazard led to your death? Underline 4 key terms,refer to the word wall, the Volcanic Hazards WS, etc…

Through- Classwork Volcanic Hazards PPTW/ Questions WSVolcanic Hazards Graphing

Homework:Volcanic Hazards Graphing

In- 11/14/08, Warm-Up P4Write a five-sentence paragraph.Scenario: A volcano erupted and you died. What were you doing at the time of the eruption. Were you near the eruption or 80 Km away? What was your cause of death. What type of volcanic hazard led to your death? Underline 4 key terms,refer to the word wall, the Volcanic Hazards WS, etc…

Out- Reflection 15 pts.None

Through- Classwork Ring of Fire DVD

Homework:None


Your Score

10/27/08 Famous EruptionsCornell Notes

20

11/3/08 Volcanic Landforms Cornell Notes

20

11/4/08 Physical and Chemical Properties

of Molten RockCornell Notes

20

11/14/08 Total 60

In- 11/17/08, Warm-Up -What is the difference between magma and lava?-How does the volume of an eruption affect the area covered by the eruption?-What is a lahar and how are they formed?


Through- Classwork Volcanic Hazards PPTW/ Questions WSVolcanoes Study Guide

Homework:Volcanoes Study Guide

In- 11/18/08, Warm-Up -What type of volcanic hazard is most likely to affect communities several hundred kilometers from the volcano site?-What type of volcanic hazard is most likely to affect communities ten to one hundred kilometers from the volcano site?-Describe the global distribution of volcanoes.


Through- Classwork Poinsettias Volcanoes TestVolcanoes Word Search

Homework:None

In- 11/19/08, Warm-Up Write a five-sentence paragraph. Describe an experience you have had using a map. Why were you using a map? Where were you going? How did it work out for you?Out- Reflection 15pts.Write a five-sentence paragraph. What is a topographic map? What are the essential elements of a topographic map? How can you use a topographic map to find the shape and elevation of the landscape? Who uses topographic maps? Underline 4 key terms,refer to the word wall, the maps handout, etc…

Through- Classwork Intro: Topographic Maps -Colorado PPTTopographic Map -Oral reading w/handoutTopographic Map Lab-Modeling Contours

Homework:Maps & Topographic Maps WS Part A & B

In- 11/20/08, Warm-Up Write a five-sentence paragraph. Describe an experience you have had using a map. Why were you using a map? Where were you going? How did it work out for you?Out- Reflection 15pts.Write a five-sentence paragraph. What is a topographic map? What are the essential elements of a topographic map? How can you use a topographic map to find the shape and elevation of the landscape? Who uses topographic maps? Underline 4 key terms,refer to the word wall, the maps handout, etc…

Through- Classwork Intro: Topographic Maps -Colorado PPTTopographic Map -Oral reading w/handoutTopographic Map Lab-Modeling Contours

Homework:Maps & Topographic Maps WS Part A & B

In- 11/21/08, Warm-Up Write a five-sentence paragraph. Explain in your own words the meaning of a contour line, contour interval, and topographic map.Out- Reflection 15pts.Write a five-sentence paragraph. Explain how topography influences volcanic flows. What is the relationship between speed, velocity, and force and the steepness of a slope? How will this affect lava flows and lahars? Underline 4 key terms,refer to the word wall, the maps handout, and your volcanoes resources (notes and textbook) etc…

Through- Classwork Intro: Topographic Maps -Labeling on a MapReading Topographic Map WS-Guided Practice

Homework:None

In- 11/24/08, Warm-Up Write a five-sentence paragraph. Based on what we have studied so far this year, explain how the Earth’s systems are connected. As an example you could explain how volcanoes are connected to the geosphere, the atmosphere,the hydrosphere, and the biosphere.



Homework:None

In- 11/25/08, Warm-Up Write a five-sentence paragraph. Based on what we have studied so far this year, explain how the subjects that we studied are connected. As an example you could explain how bedrock geology, plate tectonics, earthquakes and volcanoes are all connected.



Homework:None

In- 12/01/08, Warm-Up Write a five sentence paragraph. Write about someone that you look up to. Who is this person?How do you know them?Why do you look up to them?How can you use the things that you learn from them to help you, in your life?

Out- ReflectionNone- Start Homework

Through- Classwork Oral Reading Digging Deeper“What is an Earthquake” -Pg G125Wave Animations

“Recording Earthquake Waves”-Pg G134PDF Images

-Start Homework

Homework:Read Pg G125-G129 CYU#1-5 + U&A #1-3Read Pg G134-G136 CYU#1-4

In- 12/02/08, Warm-Up -Explain how seismic waves are generated by an earthquake.-Describe a P-wave.-Describe an S-wave.-Describe a surface wave.

Out- ReflectionExplain the relationship between the arrival times of P-waves and S-waves and the distances from the epicenter of the earthquake.

Through- Classwork Travel Time Graph I

Homework:Read Pg G141-G144 CYU#1-5

In- 12/04/08, Warm-Up P4 Write a five sentence paragraph. Summarize what you have learned this week. How can seismologist use data, like we have been working with, to learn about earthquakes? Underline 4 key terms,refer to the word wall, your book etc…

Out- Reflection


Homework:None

In- 12/04/08, Warm-Up -Describe the Modified Mercalli Intensity scale.-Why is the intensity value of an earthquake more meaningful than magnitude to a non-scientist.-Explain how seismologist measure the magnitude of an earthquake. Out- ReflectionWrite a five sentence paragraph. Summarize what you have learned this week. How can seismologist use data, like we have been working with, to learn about earthquakes? Underline 4 key terms,refer to the word wall, your book etc…


Homework:None (Finish Classwork)

In- 12/05/08, Warm-Up None- set-up the right page


Through- Classwork EARTH: THE BIOGRAPHY20 Facts (Must be in complete sentences)-Skip Spaces1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.10.Etc…

Homework:None

In- 12/8/08, Warm-UpWrite a five sentence paragraph. Summarize what you learned last week. How can seismologist use data, like we have been working with, to learn about earthquakes?









Out- Reflection 10pts.10pts. Read the 1st paragraph on Page 141. Based upon this reading determine if the Modified Mercali intensity scale is a qualitative or quantitative value. Explain. -Three complete sentences-Underline key terms

Through- Classwork Earthquake in RattlesburgPart I-Determine intensity values and plot on map.Part II-Draw isoseismal lines on map. (All class w/overhead)

Homework:Read Pg G150-G152 CYU #1-2 + U&A #1e-f

In- 12/10/08, Warm-UpWrite a five sentence paragraph. Summarize what you have learned about earthquakes. Out- Reflection 10pts.10pts.

Use a Venn diagram to compare and contrast the relationship between earthquake intensity and magnitude. Include and underline the following words: Intensity, Magnitude, Modified Mercali Scale, Richter Scale, Qualitative, and Quantitative.

Through- Classwork Qualitative vs. QuantitativeEarthquake Damage PPT

Homework: None

Notes:Headings:









In- 12/15/08, Warm-UpWrite a five-sentence paragraph. Based on what we have studied so far this year, explain how the Earth’s systems are connected. As an example you could explain how volcanoes are connected to the geosphere, the atmosphere,the hydrosphere, and the biosphere.

Out- ReflectionTBD

Through- Classwork Mid-Term Review Session PPTMid-Term Exam Study Guide



Out- ReflectionTBD

Through- Classwork Mid-Term Review Session PPTMid-Term Exam Study Guide-Part II


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