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=* Unit Plan Page * = Josi Eagle Dr. Watson CIEC 660 2/24/11 Asssure Method
 * LAYERS OF THE EARTH ||

** I. __Introduction:__ The lesson plan topic utilizes the title of “Layers of the Earth.” In this unit the lesson plans will cover each layer of the earth, crust, mantel, and inner and outer core. Students will complete an assortment of activities to touch on the multiple learners styles of the students. In this 7 day unit, students will focus on a different layer of the earth on each day. Assessment strategies include a pre and posttest which will be given on the first and last day of the unit. The initial lesson will include a KWL chart, pre-test, and introductory information and student lead conversation. Students will work in groups to create a brochure, and a prezi presentation. As aforementioned this unit utilizes an array of activities and strategies that are suitable for multiple learning styles and/or needs of the student. The goal of this unit is to satiate students with scientific information of the layers of the earth along with teaching and meeting the 5th grade West Virginia Content Standards and Objectives. **

** II. __Analyze Learners:__ The distinguished age and grade level for this unit is ten to eleven years old, which corresponds to 5th grade students. The special characteristics of the class include two moderately impaired students with an intelligent quotient of seventy. Along with the special considerations we must consolidate the issue of previously learned skills with this unit. An example of consolidation will include previous skills using technology, such as completing a prezi presentation, and a brochure. Other previously learned skills include the knowledge of earth science students have gained over the previous years in school (grades 1-4). Because of the special considerations of previously learned information and special needs this unit must contain flexible and appropriate goals for all students. **

** III. ** __ State Objectives: __ · __ SC.O.5.2.18: describe the layers of the earth and their various features. __  · __  SC.O.5.3.7: explore the connections between science, technology, society and career opportunities __ · __ SC.O.5.1.10: utilize experimentation to demonstrate scientific processes and thinking skills (e.g., formulating questions, predicting, forming hypotheses, quantifying, or identifying dependent and independent variables). __  · __  SC.O.5.2.1: demonstrate an understanding of the interconnections of biological, earth and space, and physical science concepts. __  · __  SC.O.5.2.25 : recognize that the Earth is made of plates (plate tectonics). __  · __  SC.O.5.3.2: construct a variety of useful models of an object, event, or process. __  · **__  SC.O.5.1.1: realize that scientists formulate and test their explanations of nature using observation and experiments. __**

** IV. ** __ Media and Material: __ 1) Butcher Paper 2) Dry Erase Markers 3) Pre/Post Test 4) Layers of the Earth Images 5) Play Dough 6) Computers 7) Pudding 8) Graham Crackers 9) Gummy worms 10) Jell-O (yellow, orange, and red) 11) Pudding 12) Individual cups 13) Spoons 14) Printed off activity sheet & crossword 15) Styrofoam balls 16) Scissors 17) Markers/Paint 18) Inside the earth – Magic school bus book by: Joanna Cole Illustrated by Bruce Degen 19) Clear Mixing Bowl 20) Classroom Textbook The following four websites are sites that I would use for my background information and tools to teach the lesson. [] : This site includes an image of the earth’s layers along with a fill in the blank activity sheet. The great aspect to this site is the fill in the blank activity sheet can be completed online and then the students can automatically receive a grade and correct their answers. Also, the activity sheet can be printed out to use in the classroom. [] : This site includes multiple PowerPoint presentations that include layers and a review PowerPoint. Also, the site includes an earth layer image for students and lesson plan ideas and topics. [] +: This site includes all of the images from google.com of the earth’s layers. I will pick the best images from the selection and print out to use in the classroom. I will post images around the room, use in instruction, and give copies to students. [] : This website includes the recipe I will use to construct the “Layers of the Earth pudding,” with the students. The following website is one that will be utilized by the students: [] : This site is great! First it reviews the layers of the earth and then goes into interactive detail of plate tectonics. This could be used as a site for the early finishers or even class as a whole to utilize.

** V. ** __ Utilize Media and Materials: __ Day 1: Using teacher guided instruction; I will introduce the unit with basic details. Then as an individual assignment I will issue the class the pretest. I will explain to the conscience’s students that this will technically not be graded and this is to use as a guide for the lessons. Next, we as a class will then fill in a KWL chart. With what the students “know” about the layers of the earth, what they “want to know,” and then finally at the conclusion of the lesson what the students have “learned.” I will use prompting questions such as size, shape, temperature, texture etc. to try to excite conversation and knowledge from the students. Next we will read the book __the magic school bus inside the earth__ by: Joanna Cole Illustrated by Bruce Degen. Then I will review the Scientific Method with students refreshing their memory on hypothesis, experiment, observation, and conclusion. This is refresher because the students will have background knowledge of this from previous grades. Also, this is a needed step so that we can discuss the method in which geologist discovered the layers of the earth. Finally we will decide on groups for the students. Student will be placed in a group for the duration of the unit in which as a group they will produce a section of the prezi presentation and a piece of the brochure. Groups will be labeled by layers of the earth, and will then use that layer to complete the prezi and brochure. For example group 1 will be the crust. They will be asked to create a slide on the earth’s crust for the prezi presentation and a page of the brochure about the earth’s crust. Day 2: Review from the day before and add to the KWL chart. Then we will read the article from national geographic, geokids, and textbook material. Then students will be given a model of the earth and earth layers to pass around and discuss along with layers of the earth images. Next, I will introduce the information regarding plate tectonics. This will be a refresher and light activity since this is only background information needed for the unit. Finally, students will gather in their designated groups and cooperatively brainstorm on ideas for their brochure and prezi presentation. Day 3: Review from day 2 and add to the KWL chart. Then we will once again look at the modules and images of the layers of the earth while I describe the outer core. I will then choose a student to play teacher and will complete a student lead review session on the lesson and day 1 and 2. Students then will go back to their seat in which they will construct the crust and outer core of the earth using play dough and then “hypothesize” about the other layers of the earth and construct them. I will walk around the room along with construct my own model and prompt conversation. Then students will break up into their layers of the earth groups and we as a class will go to the computer lab. At the computer lab I will instruct students on using Microsoft publisher for completing the brochure and utilizing the internet to create their prezi presentations. Day 4: Review from day 3 and add to the KWL chart. Then I will explain to students that we will now learn about the mantle of the earth. From here, I want to prompt conversation on what we think the mantle is, or can relate to in our everyday life. After we have completed the list I will put the list away until we travel to the computer lab. Next, we will use the classroom textbook to supplement my lecture and the images and models made from day 2. Students will then start on the __fill in the blank__ activity sheet. Finally, we will travel to the computer lab. First I will instruct students to research the word “mantle.” From the different definitions such as a sleeveless coat, to a fireplace mantle students will relate the definitions (if possible) to that of the earth’s mantle. Then students will work in their groups, and have a choice to work on their prezi presentation or their brochure. I will float around the room to answer questions, ask questions, and promote conversations. I will also use proximity control to keep my off task students on task. Day 5: Review from day 4 and add to the KWL chart. Then I will explain to students that we are going to learn about the crust of the earth. From here, I want to prompt conversation on what we think the crust is. We will then make a list of objects students think about when they think of the word crust (bread, pizza, pie crust etc.) After we have completed the list I will put the list away until we travel to the computer lab. Next, we will use the classroom textbook to supplement my lecture and the images and models made from day 2. Students will then start on the activity sheet. Finally, we will travel to the computer lab. First I will instruct students to research the word “crust.” From the different definitions such as a bread crust, to a pizza or pie crust, students will then relate the definitions (if possible) to that of the earth’s crust. Then students will work in their groups, and have a choice to work on their prezi presentation or their brochure. I will float around the room to answer questions, ask questions, and promote conversations. I will also use proximity control to keep my off task students on task. Day 6: Today is the review day and final day to complete the prezi presentations and brochure. The start of the lesson we will review with student lead conversation of Days 2-5. Through conversation we will also complete and review the KWL chart. We will finish the activity sheets along with crossword puzzle. Once finished, we will orally check and discuss answers that students go incorrect on the activity sheets and crossword puzzle. I will then collect the papers for grading. Next, I will orally review the pretest to make sure the students understand all the concepts that will be covered, and make sure everyone is on the same page. Also make modifications to the post-test as needed such as shortening the amount of questions for the students with the intellectual disabilities. Then students will break into groups and work on and finish their prezi presentations and their part of the brochure. This day will resemble one of the “organized chaos,” type days with students working on projects asking questions, and immersing themselves in the unit activities. Day 7: Today we will start out the unit by once again reviewing the KWL chart, and making sure that everyone understands the topics covered in the unit. Next, we will use the video I created to complete the __Layers of the Earth cake.__ Students will make this edible moduel and discuss how it relates to the layers and then students will be able to eat their creation if they would like to. Next, students would then do their prezi presentations to the class and a small presentation on the completed brochure. Then a hard copy of the brochure will be turned in to me for grading. After the presentation I will give the post test. Students will take the post – test, then hand in to me for grading.

** VI. __Learner Participation:__ To keep learners interested and on task I will first use anecdotal notes. I will note when the student is not paying attention, what student is not paying attention, and the type of work they are doing. This will first allow me to see what is triggering the behavior along with the focus of the student during these times. Secondly, I will use proximity control when teaching and also random questioning. Thirdly, I will have students randomly come up to the board or get out of their seat to complete an comprehension activity in which they in a sense take on the “teacher” role and review material for the class. I also will incorporate kinetic activities and manipulative to keep students in engaged but mentally and physically. The manipulative and kinetic activities that I will utilize include Styrofoam balls in which student will label the parts of the earth, using play dough, going outside and digging in the ground, and making “layers of the earth,” pudding. **

** VII. __Evaluate and Revise:__ Student learning and achievement will be evaluated using the KWL chart and pre and post test scores. Along with the pencil and paper/traditional assessment I will use the prezi presentation and brochure completion as a grade. Along with daily participation point in discussions and activity sheets. Also students will be given a group and individual grade by the teacher, and will also complete a group and individual grade for themselves. For example I will use a rubric to grade the students on cooperative learning skills, and individual work. Then I will give the students the same rubric I used to grade them and they will have to grade their peers and themselves on how well they and others worked in the group along with themselves. I will then average my grade and the student’s grades together for the final grade. **

· __ SC.O.5.2.18: describe the layers of the earth and their various features.__ Will be assessed by the Pre and Post Test. · __ SC.O.5.3.7: explore the connections between science, technology, society and career opportunities__ Will be assessed by students utilizing technology to make their prezi presentation and brochure. Along with learning about geologist and the scientific method. Student will be given a grade for their prezi presentation and brochure. · __ SC.O.5.1.10: utilize experimentation to demonstrate scientific processes and thinking skills (e.g., formulating questions, predicting, forming hypotheses, quantifying, or identifying dependent and independent variables).__ Will be assessed by students formulating a hypothesis on the different layers of the earth when constructing a model with play doh. I will use anecdotal notes to record student progress and informal oral testing. · __ SC.O.5.2.1: demonstrate an understanding of the interconnections of biological, earth and space, and physical science concepts.__ Will be assessed by relating the earth crust, to plate tectonics, and the effects on the earth such as mountains, hills, and volcanoes. Informal testing will be completed here by using interviewing and oral discussion. · __ SC.O.5.2.25 : recognize that the Earth is made of plates (plate tectonics).__ Will be assessed in the activity sheets, and posttest that will be graded. · __ SC.O.5.3.2: construct a variety of useful models of an object, event, or process.__ Will be assessed using play doh and creating an earth model along with the creation of the “layers of the earth cake.” I will use a checklist on student behavior, and understanding of layers of cake to layers of the earth. · __ SC.O.5.1.1: realize that scientists formulate and test their explanations of nature using observation and experiments.__ Will be assessed through the teaching of geologist, the scientific method, and reading the text book and research that we have available today. Student will understand that the information they are learning about is from scientist who do experiments and observations.


 * Grade Book - Includes grades from 10 students from activities used in lesson.


 * Unit Plan - 7 Day unit plan for The Layers of The Earth.


 * Pre/Post Test - Test given on day 1 to help direct lessons and post test given on day 7 to assess understanding and teaching.


 * Print Materials - Crossword puzzle and activity sheets used for lesson.

[|Fill in the Blank and Images]

[|Power Points]

[|Layers of the Earth Pudding]

[|Layers Cake]

[|Interactive for Students]