Learning Exercise
Language Arts and Science with NASA: 2nd Grade Algae
This lesson is about algae, creation and revision of writing, and use of the Internet as a resource.
Course: 2nd Grade
- Material:
- NASA RESOURCE DRIVEN INSTRUCTION: ALGAE
- Date last modified:
- July 5, 2005
- Created by:
- Dr. Troy Tenhet
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Exercise
Grade Level: Second Grade
Lesson Title: Algae
Objectives: 1. Students will know some effects the environment has on
algae/plants.
2. Students will create a readable document.
3. Students will revise documents for the better.
4. Students will effectively use the Internet.
CDE Science: Life Sciences 2e: Students know light, gravity, touch, or
environmental stress can effect the germination, growth, and development of
plants. Investigation and Experimentation 4a: Make predictions based on observed
patterns and not random guessing. 4d: Write or draw descriptions of a sequence
of steps, events, and observations. 4g: Follow oral instructions for a
scientific investigation.
CDE Language Arts: Writing 1.2: Create readable documents with legible
handwriting. 1.4: Revise original drafts to improve sequence and provide more
descriptive detail.
NETS: #7: Practice responsible use of technology systems and software.
Website: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2001/08/010829082907.htm
Anticipatory Set: Students will visit
htt p://story.news.yahoo.com/news?tmpl=story&cid=1539&ncid=1539&e=4&u=/afp/20040604/sc_afp/environment_reef_040604170740
Critical Teacher Tasks: 1. Facilitate a classroom for learning. 2. Encourage
discussion. 3. Make technology available. 4. Monitor use of the Internet. 5.
Assess as needed to drive instruction.
Critical Student Tasks: 1. Make observations. 2. Put observations in science
journal. 3. Work collaboratively as needed. 4. Ask questions. 5. Responsibly use
the Internet.
Assessment: Informal as needed by observations of the teacher during class.
Formal as needed per the effort and achievement rubric.
Copyright 2004 Troy Tenhet Jr.
Lesson Title: Algae
Objectives: 1. Students will know some effects the environment has on
algae/plants.
2. Students will create a readable document.
3. Students will revise documents for the better.
4. Students will effectively use the Internet.
CDE Science: Life Sciences 2e: Students know light, gravity, touch, or
environmental stress can effect the germination, growth, and development of
plants. Investigation and Experimentation 4a: Make predictions based on observed
patterns and not random guessing. 4d: Write or draw descriptions of a sequence
of steps, events, and observations. 4g: Follow oral instructions for a
scientific investigation.
CDE Language Arts: Writing 1.2: Create readable documents with legible
handwriting. 1.4: Revise original drafts to improve sequence and provide more
descriptive detail.
NETS: #7: Practice responsible use of technology systems and software.
Website: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2001/08/010829082907.htm
Anticipatory Set: Students will visit
htt p://story.news.yahoo.com/news?tmpl=story&cid=1539&ncid=1539&e=4&u=/afp/20040604/sc_afp/environment_reef_040604170740
Critical Teacher Tasks: 1. Facilitate a classroom for learning. 2. Encourage
discussion. 3. Make technology available. 4. Monitor use of the Internet. 5.
Assess as needed to drive instruction.
Critical Student Tasks: 1. Make observations. 2. Put observations in science
journal. 3. Work collaboratively as needed. 4. Ask questions. 5. Responsibly use
the Internet.
Assessment: Informal as needed by observations of the teacher during class.
Formal as needed per the effort and achievement rubric.
Copyright 2004 Troy Tenhet Jr.
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2. Students will create a readable document.
3. Students will revise documents for the better.
4. Students will effectively use the Internet.