George's Science Lesson
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George's Science Lesson=
Teacher's Name: School: Everett
Grade Level of Lesson: Grade 7 Special Day Class Subject: Date:
Unit Theme/Topic: Botany/Plants
Lesson Title/ Parts of a plant
Topic:
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Expected Student Learning Outcomes:
What will students know and be able to do as a result of this lesson? (Be Specific) Students will be able to...Structure and Function in Living Systems 5. The anatomy and physiology of plants and animals illustrate the complementary nature of structure and function. As a basis for understanding this concept: a. Students know plants and animals have levels of organization for structure and function, including cells, tissues, organs, organ systems, and the whole organism.
CA Academic Standards Addressed:
Which California Academic Content and Performance Standards will your lesson address?
Structure and Function in Living Systems 5. The anatomy and physiology of plants and animals illustrate the complementary nature of structure and function. As a basis for understanding this concept: a. Students know plants and animals have levels of organization for structure and function, including cells, tissues, organs, organ systems, and the whole organism. VAPA Standards:2.0 CREATIVE EXPRESSION Creating, Performing, and Participating in the Visual Arts
Students apply artistic processes and skills, using a variety of media to communicate meaning and intent in original works of art.
Skills, Processes, Materials, and Tools 2.1 Use various observational drawing skills to depict a variety of subject matter. 2.2 Apply the rules of two-point perspective in creating a thematic work of art. 2.3 Create a drawing, using varying tints, shades, and intensities. Communication and Expression Through Original Works of Art 2.4 Create increasingly complex original works of art reflecting personal choices and increased technical skill. 2.5 Select specific media and processes to express moods, feelings, themes, or ideas. 2.6 Use technology to create original works of art.
Materials Used: What instructional materials and equipment/supplies will you use in this lesson? Student sketchbook framing pencils Everett Garden textbook
Lesson Outline:
(Opening, Major Activities, Transitions, Review; Closure)
Opening/Introduce Lesson
Do Now " List as many words (vocabulary, adjectives, names, etc.) in your notebook.
Anticipatory Set: Activate prior knowledge of plants .
- Focus Students Students prepare sketchbook by tracing outline of "frames"
- State Objective students will observe at least three different plants and sketch what they see. Students will label their sketch and generate at least one question.
- Establish Purpose Students will use their drawings and notes to conduct further research.
- Hook /involve students!Teacher demonstrates examples of expected product
- Activate prior knowledge Review text chapeter previously read
- Assess students Time 30 minutes
Teacher Actions Teacher explains expectations and shows example of expected product. Teacher escorts and monitors students as they explore the Everett Garden.
Student Actions Students use viewfinders to observe. Then they draw their observations. Students label and caption drawings and generate questions related to their observations.
Main Activity: Instruction
- Explain Concept
- Refer to previous lessons
- Provide Examples
- Model
- Use a variety of instructional strategies
Main Activity:
Check for Understanding: Ensure students are ready for activity
- Pose Key Questions
- Ask Students to Explain Concepts
- Use active participation strategies
Main Activity:
Guided Practice: Students do task with teacher direction or assistance
- Provide monitoring
- Check for understanding
- Modify/adapt for all!
Closure: (Debrief)
- Find out what your students learned
- Share work and give positive feedback
- Summarize work and behavior
- Set next steps
Monitoring & Assessment:
How will you monitor student learning during the lesson? How will you assess student work? Students will be given a printed rubric explaining the grading standards and expectations. Observation by teacher, frequent checks for understanding,and student's perceived effort and participation, as well as the final product will determine the students score.
Modifications to Address Individual Student Learning Needs
How will you modify your instruction as needed to ensure that all students meet learning outcomes? Activity will be modified depending upon ech students abilities
Follow-upAt a later date, students will use technology resources to research the plant they illustrated.
Activities/
Homework
How will you follow up this lesson with homework or other extension activities?
BBC: BOARD CONFIGURATION (Secondary)
AIM DO NOW
AGENDA HOMEWORK
Teacher Reflection on Lesson:
