State Content Standards and Objectives

• WV Standards

Science:

SC.6.1.1 explain that scientists formulate and test their explanations of nature using observation and experiments.

SC.6.1.2 recognize that scientific knowledge is subject to modification as new scientific information challenges current theories.

SC.6.2.1 cooperate and collaborate to ask questions, find answers, solve problems, conduct investigations to further an appreciation of scientific discovery.

SC.6.2.3 apply skepticism, careful methods, logical reasoning and creativity in investigating the observable universe.

SC.6.2.8 use inferential reasoning to make logical conclusions from collected data.

SC.6.2.9 use appropriate technology solutions to gather data; graph data; interpret data; and analyze information.

SC.6.3.3 compare and contrast changes that occur in an object or a system to its original state.

SC.6.6.5 analyze the positive and negative effects of technology on society and the influence of societal pressures on the direction of technological advances.

Reading/Language Arts/Writing:

RLA.6.1.10 use resource materials (e.g., dictionary; glossary; thesaurus) to determine the meaning of unknown words or multiple meaning words.

RLA.6.2.2 from a prompt, use the writing process to develop a composition that contains specific, relevant details and transitions.

RLA.6.2.3 use writing strategies to address specific writing purposes (e.g., creative; journalistic; essay; narrative; informative; persuasive) and address various audiences (e.g., peers; teachers; employers).

RLA.6.2.19 use traditional organizers to create, read, interpret and organize information in the form of tables, graphs, diagrams and charts.

RLA.6.2.21 identify and use correct note taking skills.

Technology:

TEC.6.3.3 use presentation software demonstrating appropriate design layouts and formatting features (e.g., fonts, color, background designs) to effectively communicate.

TEC.6.4.1 use telecommunication tools to collaborate with an expert in gathering information for a class assignment.

TEC.6.5.2 evaluate information found via telecommunications for validity, appropriateness, content and usefulness.

TEC.6.6.1 use technology resources for problem solving, self directed learning, and extended learning activities.

National Standards Addressed

21st Century Skills

• Creativity and intellectual curiosity
• Critical thinking and systems thinking
• Problem identification, formulation, and solution
• Thinking and problem-solving skills
• Communication skills
• Information and media literacy skills
• Interpersonal and collaborative skills
• Social responsibility
• Self-direction
• Accountability and adaptability

Bloom's Level Lesson 1 Lesson 2 Knowledge x x Comprehension x x Application x x Analysis x x Synthesis x x Evaluation x