Objectives
Create a video that addresses a major science concept. Students will discuss the concept upon the conclusion of the video.
Describe in the video and in writing how to calculate the force applied by a baseball given only the distance, time, and Mass of a pitch.
Predict how increased velocity effects the force applied by a pitch. Use data from our lab to justify your conclusion at the end of the lab regarding this relationship.
Calculate the force applied by a baseball given only the mass, distance, and time of the baseball.
Complete a lab report investigation on the effects of velocity on the force applied by a baseball.
Connect the 5th and 7th Grade Science Curriculum by extending Science Idol to a specific physics concept.
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Standard(s)
Content Area |
Standard |
Grade |
Strand & (CPI) |
Primary
Science
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5.1
5.2
5.3
5.7
5.8
5.9
5.10
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5-7
5-7
5-7
5-7
5-7
5-7
5-7
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B(2)
B(1), C(1), D(1,3,4)
A(1,2) B
A-D
A-D
A-B |
National Science Standards
| Content Standard A - Develop Scientific Inquiry - design and conduct a scientific investigation. |
Completion of a lab report based on the scientific method. |
Content Standard B - Energy/Motion and Forces. |
Calculating the force applied by a baseball and writing the relationship between velocity and force. |
Content Standard D - Earth as a System |
Create a Science Idol video based an Earth Science Concept. |
| Content Standard E - Science and Technology |
Use Movie Maker, Power Point, Vegas, or other multimedia software to create your Idol or Surf video. |
Content Standard F - Science and Technology in Society |
Reflect on video completed in class and discuss how the video taught a specific concept in Science. Extend discussion on how video could teach people outside of the classroom an important concept in science. |
National Board for Professional Teaching Standards
| Preparing the Way for Productive Student Learning |
| I. Understanding Early Adolescents |
Accomplished science teachers know the unique characteristics of their students and use this knowledge to determine students’ understanding of science and to design and implement appropriate instruction to enhance student learning. |
| II. Knowledge of Science |
Accomplished science teachers have a broad and current knowledge of science, along with in-depth knowledge of one of the subfields of science, on which they draw to set appropriate learning goals with their students. More Specifically - Earth Systems and Motion of Objects |
| III. Instructional Resources |
Accomplished science teachers are innovative in their ability to select, adapt, and create instructional resources, including print, technology, laboratory, and community resources, to support active student explorations of science. |
| Establishing a Favorable Context for Student Learning |
| IV. Diversity, Equity, and Fairness
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Accomplished science teachers take steps to understand and value the diversity of all students, promote equity in the classroom and beyond, and uphold fairness in their daily interactions with all students. |
| V. Engagement |
Accomplished science teachers engage students in science through creative and innovative experiences. |
| VI. Learning Environment
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Accomplished science teachers create stimulating and safe learning environments that foster high expectations for the success of all students and in which students experience the values inherent in the practice of science. |
Advancing Student Learning |
| VII. Understanding Science Pedagogy |
Accomplished science teachers understand and use a variety of instructional strategies to enhance student learning and help students make real-world connections from their scientific explorations. |
| VIII. Science Inquiry |
Accomplished science teachers involve students in the processes of inquiry that challenge students’ thinking as they construct an understanding of nature and technology. |
| IX. Contexts of Science
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Accomplished science teachers create opportunities for students to explore science in a variety of contexts, including its history, reciprocal relationship with technology, ties to mathematics, and impact on society |
| X. Assessment
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Accomplished science teachers employ a variety of assessment methods to obtain useful information about student learning and development, to guide instructional decisions, to report student progress, and to assist students in reflecting on their own learning. |
Supporting Teaching and Student Learning |
| XI. Family and Community Outreach
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Accomplished science teachers proactively work with families and communities to serve the interests of students. |
| XII. Professional Collaboration and Leadership
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Accomplished science teachers collaborate with colleagues and take leadership roles in their own educational community, as well as the larger community, to advance student learning. |
| XIII. Reflective Practice
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Accomplished science teachers continually analyze, evaluate, and strengthen their practice in order to improve the quality of their students' learning experiences. |
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