8th grade curriculum night february 2013
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8th Grade Curriculum Night February 2013. West Morris Central Science. FRESHMAN BIOLOGY. Considerations: 8 th Grade Science Teacher’s Recommendation NJBCT(New Jersey Biology Competency Test) for all students taking a first year biology course- Given in May - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
8TH GRADE CURRICULUM NIGHT FEBRUARY 2013
FRESHMAN BIOLOGY
Science
BiologyStudiesGrade 9
BiologyHonors/Pre IB,
Advanced, Academic
Physical ScienceStudies
ChemistryHonors/Pre IB,
Advanced, Academic
Grade 10
Grade 11 PhysicsIB/Honors,
Advanced, Academic
Anatomy & Physiology Adv
Elective Offerings
Integrated Earth SystemsAcademic, Studies
Biology 1 AP
Chemistry IB
Biology: DNA* Adv
Biology 2 IB
* West Morris Central only** West Morris Mendham only
Forensic Science Stud/Ac*
Biology 1 IB
Physics “B” AP
Physics 2 IB
Chemistry: Forensic Science*Adv
Physics “C” AP
Sports, Exercise & Health Science IB
Chemistry 1 AP
Chemistry 2 IB
Environmental Issues Adv
Environmental Systems &Societies IBEnvironmental Science AP
Considerations:
1. 8th Grade Science Teacher’s Recommendation
2. NJBCT(New Jersey Biology Competency Test) for all students taking a first year biology course- Given in May
3. State and District Science Lab Requirements for Graduation – 3 years
4. Rutgers Recommendation for Business and Science Majors: have a science core background( Biology, Chemistry and Physics)
5. IB/AP Demands
BIOLOGY CHOICES STUDIES
ACADEMIC ADVANCED
HONORS
LEVEL DESCRIPTION
FOUND IN YOUR HANDOUT
REQUIRED SKILLS STUDIES ACADEMIC ADVANCED HONORS
READING EXPECTATIONS
Below grade level At grade level At/above grade level Above grade level
WORK INDEPENDENTLY
Very Little Little Average Extensive
DEPTH OF COVERAGE All levels will address the New Jersey Core Content Standards (NJCCS)
Basic Info: Scientific
Process Organization
and Development
Matter and Energy Transformation
Inter Dependence / Ecology
Heredity and Reproduction
Evolution and Diversity
Overall view: Scientific
Process Organization
and Development
Matter and Energy Transformation
Inter Dependence / Ecology
Heredity and Reproduction
Evolution and Diversity
Overall view in moderate depth: Scientific
Process Organization
and Development
Matter and Energy Transformation
Inter Dependence / Ecology
Heredity and Reproduction
Evolution and Diversity
Specialized view in detail: Scientific
Process Organization
and Development
Matter and Energy Transformation
Inter Dependence / Ecology
Heredity and Reproduction
Evolution and Diversity
CONCURRENT MATH COURSE
Algebra I Studies Academic Algebra*Metric system*Basic math*Basic statistics and
probability
Academic or Advanced Algebra*Metric system*Basic Math*Basic statistics and probability*Formula and algebraic computations
Minimum level of Advanced Algebra I*Metric system*Basic Math*Basic statistics and probability*Formula and algebraic computations
METHOD OF INSTRUCTION:LECTURE AND INTERACTIVE DISCUSSION *GROUP WORK*HANDS-ON ACTIVITIES*LABORATORIES
TYPICAL HOMEWORK LOAD:
Approx. 1/4 -1/2 of class time *Daily Varies (1-2/wk)Minimal
Approx. 1/3-1/2 of class time *Daily Varies (3-4/wk)30 minutes/class
Approx. 1/2-3/4 of class time *Daily Varies (4-5/wk)30-45 minutes/class
Approx. 1/2-all of class time *Daily Varies (4-5/wk)30-60 minutes/class
STUDIES Holt Biology -
Teaches the fundamental aspects of biology
Constructivist approach
Lab inquiry focus Highly structured Close monitoring of
student organization skills
Collaborative teacher support
ACADEMIC BIOLOGY HOLT BIOLOGY CELLULAR &
ORGANISM LEVEL APPROACH
BASED ON CONSTRUCTIVISM
INQUIRY BASED/ LABS
MODERATE DEPTH OF CONTENT COVERAGE
SOME COLLABORATIVE SECTIONS
ADVANCED BIOLOGY HOLT BIOLOGY MOLECULAR &
CELLULAR LEVEL APPROACH
BASED ON CONSTRUCTIVISM
INQUIRY BASED/ LABS
DETAILED DEPTH OF CONTENT
HONORS BIOLOGY BSCS BLUE INTENSIVE
MOLECULAR APPROACH
INQUIRY BASED/ LABS
INDEPENDENT PROJECTS/ WRITING
ASSESSMENTS REQUIRE APPLICATION
Common Core Standards
The Freshman Learning Experience
• An Interdisciplinary Approach
• Centered Around 3 Themes: Systems, Inquiry, Evidence
• Use of common rubrics for:Writing, Participation, Presentation, and Research
APPROACHES TO LEARNING
Focuses on:Listening for Understanding & Note-takingOrganization Skills &Time ManagementMeta-Cognition & Self-EfficacyAssessment Preparation
Work smarter
not harder
Reflective on Learning