In GATE Science class instructions will be a student-centered, activity-based approach to learning and exploring. This approach consists of a series of instructional practices that allow you to experience and learn key science and related concepts.
DESCRIPTION
This class is organized into four bodies of knowledge. They include Big Ideas that flow throughout all grade levels and build in rigor as you move to higher grades. The curriculum is based on Science Fusion text books which encourage you to interact with the written text and visuals on every page. This process teaches you to read expertly, to think critically, and to communicate effectively—building on skills that are crucial for success in the 21st century.
COURSE TOPICS:
6th GRADE
v Nature of Science, Energy in the Earth System
v Weathering, Erosion, Deposition, and Landforms
v Weather and Climate, The Cell
v Energy, Motion, and Forces
v Human Body Systems
v Immunity, Disease, and Disorders
7th GRADE
v Nature of Science, Earth’s Structures
v Earth’s History, DNA and Modern Genetics
v Human Impact on Earth, Energy and Heat
v Waves and Light, Life over Time
v Reproduction and Heredity, Ecology
8th GRADE
v Nature of Science
v The Universe, Space Exploration
v The Solar System
v The Earth-Moon-Sun System
v Matter, Cycling of Matter and Energy
v Bridge to Biology
DESCRIPTION
This class is organized into four bodies of knowledge. They include Big Ideas that flow throughout all grade levels and build in rigor as you move to higher grades. The curriculum is based on Science Fusion text books which encourage you to interact with the written text and visuals on every page. This process teaches you to read expertly, to think critically, and to communicate effectively—building on skills that are crucial for success in the 21st century.
COURSE TOPICS:
6th GRADE
v Nature of Science, Energy in the Earth System
v Weathering, Erosion, Deposition, and Landforms
v Weather and Climate, The Cell
v Energy, Motion, and Forces
v Human Body Systems
v Immunity, Disease, and Disorders
7th GRADE
v Nature of Science, Earth’s Structures
v Earth’s History, DNA and Modern Genetics
v Human Impact on Earth, Energy and Heat
v Waves and Light, Life over Time
v Reproduction and Heredity, Ecology
8th GRADE
v Nature of Science
v The Universe, Space Exploration
v The Solar System
v The Earth-Moon-Sun System
v Matter, Cycling of Matter and Energy
v Bridge to Biology