Grade 7:
Seventh grade students describe equilibrium of systems and ecological succession. They demonstrate the relationship between force and motion using pulleys and levers, forces within organisms for basic processes, and the law of conservation of energy. They study the periodic table and the elements, and understand how compounds are composed of elements. They illustrate how complex interactions occur between matter and energy. Potential and kinetic energy are studied along with radiant energy sources. Systems of the body and the relationship between structure and function in all living systems are studied. Students identify how sexual reproduction produces more diverse offspring and asexual reproduction results in more uniform offspring. Dominant and recessive traits are distinguished within organisms. Internal and external stimuli are analyzed. Consumers, producers, and decomposers are studied to know that there is a relationship between organisms and the environment. The tilt of the Earth, rotation, and revolution and their consequences are studied, as well as components of the solar system, such as the moon and moon phases. The student at this grade level studies how natural events and human activity can also alter Earth systems.
Nyssa,
ReplyDeleteIt's great that you are taking a closer look at the science standards, as starting to evaluate what students are expected to do in 7th grade will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the goals to be accomplished throughout the year. Before I got a new position, I was planning on incorporating science topics into Globaloria curriculum for the upcoming year. Check out my page on science topics that I have developed with my science teacher: http://www.myglife.org/usa/wv/srmswiki/index.php/7th_Grade_Science_Topics
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