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Free higher education science resources for Microsoft Word
Island Biogeography Theory 5E
Use this complete 5E to teach students about the difficult concept of Island Biogeography theory and how it relates to habitat fragmentation, biodiversity, wildlife corridors and their own community.Uses inexpensive materials: poster paper, funnel and beans in the "Explore" section.This 5E includes a teacher's guide, sample answers, and a template for drawing islands on poster paper. It also includes an article for the "Explain" section of the 5E.Student tested 5E. Revised and edited.
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: AP Environmental Science Unit 2 Bundle
Lab Report Template
This is a lab report template that can be used for any scientific investigation. It requires students to address all of the elements of the scientic method including: stating the problem, hypothesis (including stating the independent and dependent variables), procedures to carry out an experiment, analyzing and recording data, and a conclusion section. There is a graphing grid attached to the document so that students can graph the data from the analyze and record section of the lab report.
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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Plate Tectonics Activity: A Synthesis of the Cross Section of the Earth
One of my very favorite activities to do with students - in fact, I use it whenever I can because it provides an engaging way to get my students talking about plate tectonics, using new vocabulary, and flexing their creative muscles. If you haven't taught plate tectonics, this is a great lesson to open with - all the background you need for this activity is included!This lesson includes an illustrated brief introduction to plate tectonics, followed by an activity that challenges students' under
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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NGSS:
MS-ESS3-2
, MS-ESS3-1
, HS-ESS3-1
, 4-ESS3-2
Dichotomous Key Worksheet
Use this practice sheet to help students build confidence in their ability to utilize a dichotomous key to classify an organism. Additionally, they will receive further practice with reading and writing the scientific names of organisms.
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Cause & Effect Graphic Organizer
This cause and effect graphic organizer was designed to be used as a critical thinking activity related to a literature story, but it could also be used in many other subject areas, including science and social studies/history. Take a look and see how you might be able to use it!
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1st - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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PG13 Movie Permission Slip - Editable
Permission slip to be used for showing PG-13 movies. Document can be edited on Microsoft Word.
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Scientific Method Questions
This is a 4 page document with various multiple choice and short answer questions on the topic of the scientific method.
This file is a perfect solution for a Biology or Life Science teacher to use to create Test Prep materials, Quizzes, Tests, Exams, Review work, Homework, Bellwork, Extra Credit Assignments, Sub lessons, Mid-term Exams, Remedial and Tutoring Lessons.
If you like this test prep file, take a look at my bundle of Thousands of Biology Test Prep Questions - 325 Pages - 28 Files at
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Biology Word Wall Vocabulary-High School
High school biology course vocabulary organized into eight units: What Is Science, Ecology, Cell Structure & Function, Reproduction & Genetics, DNA & Protein, Classification & Plant Structure, Human Physiology. Excellent for creating a Word Wall or "Words of the Week" Wall in your classroom. Printable, editable. Terms chosen based on Biology End of Course exam content.
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Air Pollution and Ozone Thinning Chalk Drawings for Environmental Science
A set of processes for students to draw which will help them learn and memorize. The 3 processes are: 1. Tropospheric Ozone Formation2. Stratospheric Ozone Depletion3. Acid Deposition (Acid Rain)Drawing with chalk is fun for students. Drawings can be done on lab tables or outside. Chalk markers also work well. Drawing has been shown through research to help students memorize information.
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: Unit 7 Bundle for AP Environmental Science
Newton's Second Law of Motion Practice: F = M x A
This practice worksheet includes Newton's Second Law of Motion word problems where students solve for force using F = M x A.
I created this practice sheet for my sixth graders, however it would certainly be appropriate for students in grades 6-12.
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Deadliest Volcanoes: PBS Documentary Questions & Key
PBS: Deadliest Volcanoes is an Earth Science documentary featuring some of the most violent and active volcanoes on Earth. The video tells how scientists can predict when a volcano will erupt. My document involves detailed questions that students in middle or high school can fill out while watching the film. There are also after-viewing questions that will get students to analyze what they learned.
Free Video to Stream-
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LB8DLqQXREM
TV PG Rating
2012
53 minutes
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Photosynthesis Color Notes
This set of notes can be used as an introduction to photosynthesis.All text boxes on this document are FULLY EDITABLE. Delete the text for blank boxes where your students can detail their own understanding of the process, create your own fill in the blanks for them, or use my pre-filled text boxes as an introduction or study tool. The possibilities are endless.Personally, I use these as a fun activity at the end of photosynthesis. My students keep it in their binder or ISNB to use as a study too
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Plant Apple Graphing Practice with Critical Thinking Questions
Through this Graphing Practice Lesson, students will read the provided information, graph the data, analyze and then answer the critical thinking questions which follow the graphing exercise.
As this lesson is self explanatory, it can be used for an in class exercise, Homework assignment, extra credit assignment or substitute lesson plan.
If you like this lesson, take a look at my bundle of 17 Graphing Practice Lessons and 26 pages of Graphing Test Prep at the following link:
17 Graphing Prac
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: 17 Graphing Practice Lessons and 26 pages of Graphing Test Prep Bundle
Force and Motion: An Inquiry Approach to Physics
********* FEATURES *********- Over 50 pages of student activities and teacher content. - Hyper-linked Table of Contents for easy access to all features- Three readings with anticipation guides (before reading and after reading student question sheets)- Four assessments on different levels over the same material- Answer keys or rubrics for all student assignments (depending on the nature of the assignment.) ********* Details *********Force and Motion: An Inquiry Approach to Physics is a curriculu
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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Layers Of the Earth Project
Looking for a unit project on Earth's layer. Well here you go, this can help wrap up your Geology Lesson.
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1st - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Chemical Reaction Equation Balancing "Mystery" Bundle
NOTE: The solutions have been fixed.Uses combustion reaction equations to solve a mystery. Students have to balance them correctly to rank them in order by the coefficient on O2, which then lets them arrange the clues at the bottom. I try to make them figure out what the clue is about, but you can tell them that there is a space after the first letter (that makes it into world coordinates), and goes to a very specific place. Kids like the mystery part, and they can't solve the mystery without do
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10th - 11th, Higher Education
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16 Point Blank Bracket
This bracket can be used for any topic, subject area, or grade level. Great for distance and traditional learning.
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K - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Covering the Basics Graphic Organizers
That Sugar Film Movie Guide with Answer Key
Worksheet to fill out while watching That Sugar Film by Damon Gameau. This documentary is available on Amazon Prime and can also be watched on YouTube if you rent it.
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind Movie Guide
Discussion questions to go along with the movie "The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind", in a worksheet format.
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Electron Configuration and Orbital Diagram Quiz
Quiz is designed physical science/chemistry students and to test their understanding of orbital diagrams and electron configurations.
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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High School Physics - Editable Syllabus Template | First Day of School
High School Physics editable syllabus template. A perfect template to give your students on the first week of school. Or if you need to submit it for administration. It goes over everything that you need.Topics Covered:1) Course Overview2) Required Materials3) Class Expectations & Consequences4) Textbook Recommendations5) Grade Scale & Weighting6) Policy on Tests7) Policy on Quizzes8) Policy on Homework9) Policy on Labs10) Policy on Office Hours11) Course OutlineCheck out my Youtube Chan
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
NGSS:
HS-PS2-2
, HS-PS3-1
, HS-PS2-1
, HS-PS4-1
, HS-PS2-4
Natural Disasters Mini Project
This short project can typically be completed in one or two days. In it, students research a major natural disaster and complete an informational chart. Once they have completed the chart, they create a "mini-poster" on the back that describes their natural disaster.
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Energy Sources Chart-Distance Learning
Use this chart with students to fill in the most important information about the different energy sources. This is meant as a supplement to textbook reading as it is not comprehensive. Students can use as review and a quick study guide.The powerpoint to use with the chart is found here: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Energy-Sources-Chart-Power-Point-Notes-4476351Energy Sources include: coal, petroleum/oil, natural gas, hydroelectric, nuclear, biomass, geothermal, solar (photovoltaic
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8th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: Unit 6: Energy Bundle for AP Environmental Science
Skeletal System Project
This is a project related to the skeletal system. This project is for project based/student centered learning. This project, along with my other projects, cover FULL UNITS and REALLY ENHANCE STUDENT LEARNING. The reason these projects enhance student learning is due to the fact that they have to personally research all of the important information of the unit and present it. These projects and resources can help a teacher that is interested in creating a student centered classroom do just that.
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5th - 12th, Higher Education
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