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Students will research information related to the topic(s) and illustrate concepts and information in a creative, appealing, and easy to understand poster.

• Know and recognize the science vocabulary of the microscope. • Demonstrate the proper procedures used in correctly using the compound light microscope. • Determine the total magnification of the microscope. • Explain how to properly handle the microscope. • Explain why objects must be centered in the field of view before going from low to high power using the compound light microscope. • Use the proper procedure for focusing under low and high power using the compound light microscope

Small groups or Individual work is acceptable. Students will perform Friction simulations using PhET programming. These simulations will show the effects of friction on balanced and unbalanced forces on the motion of an object. The students are required to complete each simulation and properly use the Science terms in their written answers to demonstrate mastery.

Within small groups in front of the class, students will perform two original demonstrations of the effects of balanced and unbalanced forces on the motion of an object, correctly calculate the net forces, and properly use the term “Newton,” scoring a minimum of 10 out of 12 points on the following rubric to demonstrate mastery.

Small groups of students will perform Force and Motion simulations using PhET programming. These simulations will show the effects of balanced and unbalanced forces on the motion of an object, and correctly calculate the net forces. The students are required to complete each 'Task' simulation and properly use the Science terms in their written answers to demonstrate mastery.

Small groups of students will perform Electricity and Circuits simulations using PhET programming. These simulations will show the properties of circuits, requirements to complete a circuit, building a Series and Parallel Circuit, observing the differences between the different circuits and learn more about conductors and insulators. The students are required to complete each step in the simulation and properly use the Science terms in their written answers to demonstrate mastery.

Small groups of students will perform Electricity and Circuits simulations using PhET programming. These simulations will show the properties of circuits, requirements to complete a circuit, building a Series and Parallel Circuit, observing the differences between the different circuits and learn more about conductors and insulators. The students are required to complete each step in the simulation and properly use the Science terms in their written answers to demonstrate mastery.

Students will be able to predict whether or not objects are magnetic based on magnetic properties by observing their physical characteristics; classifying them into two categories: magnetic or nonmagnetic, and testing their attraction to actual magnets.