Appendix
Appendix of Standards Met in Curriculum Unit
Ilinois Learning Standards
ILS 11A. (Science) Know and apply the concepts, principles and processes of scientific inquiry. During the 4 th grade exploration of solar energy, they will use scientific inquiry as they conduct experiments. This inquiry will include formulating questions, collecting data, making observations, and drawing conclusions. Records of this process will be created using laboratory notebook entries.
ILS 11B. (Science) Know and apply the concepts, principles and processes of technological design. During the 5 th grade exploration of energy from wind and water, they will design and build prototypes of wind and water turbines. The students will also test the effectiveness of their design and use problem solving skills to optimize the performance of their designs.
ILS 12C. (Science) Know and apply concepts that describe properties of matter and energy and the interactions between them. The focus of the unit is for students to gain a basic understanding of energy, learn about energy sources, energy transformations, and how to make informed energy choices.
ILS 13B. (Science) Know and apply concepts that describe the interaction between science, technology and society. As students explore different energy sources, they will examine the way that energy use impacts our society in terms of politics, economics, environment, and human health. They will also examine the technologies behind the alternative energy sources of solar, wind, and water.
ILS 15B. (Social Science) Understand that scarcity necessitates choices by consumers.
Students will examine the impact of scarcity of fossil fuels on current and future consumer choices through the use of case studies.
ILS 3A. (Social Emotional Learning) Consider ethical, safety, and societal factors in making decisions. Through the use of case studies and decision trees, students will learn to consider a variety of factors and impacts of making decisions in regards to energy.
WIDA Consortium Standards (World-Class Instructional Design and Assessment)
WIDA Standard 3 English language learners communicate information, ideas and concepts necessary for academic success in the content area of Science. Due to a high population of English Language Learners (ELLs) within our school, it is mandated that students also meet English Language Proficiency Standards within all content areas. Throughout the unit students will be increase their use of science content related vocabulary and be able to communicate new science content through written assignments and oral presentations.
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