About Co-Taught Eighth Grade Science
This is a co-taught class designed to meet the individual needs of students that have been identified through a selection process. This class will be taught by Mrs. Foreback and Mrs. Carr. The content of this course is similar to Eighth Grade Science, but assignments and learning goals will be adapted to students' needs.
Project-Based Learning
Students in Adaptive Eighth Grade Science will engage in some project-based learning opportunities. Project-based learning is a student-centered approach rooted in inquiry and investigation. Students will still have clearly stated, specific learning objectives (learning targets) for each unit, but will achieve these learning targets through open-ended projects and design tasks. Project-based learning affords students the opportunity to engage in "The Four C's": Critical Thinking, Communication, Collaboration, and Creativity. These are skills that students will need to be successful in high school and beyond.
Project-Based Learning
Students in Adaptive Eighth Grade Science will engage in some project-based learning opportunities. Project-based learning is a student-centered approach rooted in inquiry and investigation. Students will still have clearly stated, specific learning objectives (learning targets) for each unit, but will achieve these learning targets through open-ended projects and design tasks. Project-based learning affords students the opportunity to engage in "The Four C's": Critical Thinking, Communication, Collaboration, and Creativity. These are skills that students will need to be successful in high school and beyond.
What do students need for Co-Taught Eighth Grade Science?
There are no required materials for science class.
This list is provided as a guide to help students plan their organization strategy for the year.
Take Home Folder - Students will generally keep their materials in the classroom, however there will be some times that they may wish to take home certain papers to study or to share with their families. A two-pocket folder will be perfect for this. I will have folders available for students or they may bring their own.
Colored pencils/markers - We use foldables and other note-taking strategies that use color in science. There will be supplies available in the classroom, but if students want to work on these assignments at home, colored pencils or markers may be helpful. Glue sticks or tape may also be helpful on occasion. Students are welcome to borrow these items from the classroom if they need to finish something at home.
Materials for Projects - Students will engage in engineering and building tasks several times throughout the year. Students will be encouraged to bring materials from home for these projects, but it is NOT necessary to purchase new or expensive supplies for these projects. Students should find everyday, household materials (especially recyclables) to use for their projects; milk cartons, cardboard boxes, rubber bands, paper clips, old CDs/toys/etc. When bringing in recycled materials, please do not bring containers that contained peanut/tree nut products. Students will always be reminded to ask their parents' permission before using objects from home.
This list is provided as a guide to help students plan their organization strategy for the year.
Take Home Folder - Students will generally keep their materials in the classroom, however there will be some times that they may wish to take home certain papers to study or to share with their families. A two-pocket folder will be perfect for this. I will have folders available for students or they may bring their own.
Colored pencils/markers - We use foldables and other note-taking strategies that use color in science. There will be supplies available in the classroom, but if students want to work on these assignments at home, colored pencils or markers may be helpful. Glue sticks or tape may also be helpful on occasion. Students are welcome to borrow these items from the classroom if they need to finish something at home.
Materials for Projects - Students will engage in engineering and building tasks several times throughout the year. Students will be encouraged to bring materials from home for these projects, but it is NOT necessary to purchase new or expensive supplies for these projects. Students should find everyday, household materials (especially recyclables) to use for their projects; milk cartons, cardboard boxes, rubber bands, paper clips, old CDs/toys/etc. When bringing in recycled materials, please do not bring containers that contained peanut/tree nut products. Students will always be reminded to ask their parents' permission before using objects from home.