8th Grade Science Guide

8.2: Physics 3 Dimensions & Progressions

Unit 1

various materials.

○ Language Supports:

■ Abstract nouns to introduce concepts (effect, relationship) ■ Connectors to link clauses (as a result of, therefore, instead, however, on the other hand) ■ Clause types to express causality (if/then) ■ Connectors to signal time (therefore, consequently, as a result of, because)

DIFFERENTIATION IN ACTION

● Light Waves Text Set ● Gizmo - Refraction

Skill Building

● Students could research echolocation and how animals use waves to navigate.

Extension

FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT ● SEEd 8.2.5 Formative Assessment ELA CONNECTIONS ● SL.8.5: Integrate multimedia and visual displays into presentations to clarify information, strengthen claims and evidence, and add interest.

MATH CONNECTIONS ● N/A