1. Topic-
The Three Principle States of Matter
 
2. Content-
The Three Principle States of Matter: Solids, Liquids, Gas

Key Vocabulary: Condensation, Sublimation, Evaporation, Vaporization,Thermal Energy
 
3. Goals: Aims/Outcomes-
1.CCSS-6.13 Classify Substances Using Their Properties:
2.The students will participate and remain engaged in the learning process through raising hand and giving oral answers.
3.The students will complete all classwork given.
 
4. Objectives-
1.The students will gain a better understanding of matter by reading and discussing the topic in response to posed question.
2.The students will demonstrate understanding of introduced key vocabulary.
3.The students will demonstrate understanding through regular multiple-choice, and open-ended question knowledge checks.
4.The students will participate in whole class, small group, paired and individual reading, recording and taking notes about what is read.
5.The students will engage in debate requiring textual evidence, critical thinking, evaluation of team member's contributions, combine varying perspectives, and lastly, creating a written product to presented to the entire class open to feedback.
 
5. Materials and Aids-
Textbook, vocabulary sheet, daily written response sheet, power-points, journals, multiple-choice quizzes, open-ended knowledge checks, video
 
6. Procedures/Methods-

A. Introduction-

1.Daily objectives along with homework expectations will be recorded and initialed in the student's agenda.
2. Canopy question will be introduced: "Are the states of matter static or can they change?"
3.Begin PowerPoint showing the states of matter.
 

B. Development-

1.Students will be asked to take out their journals and take notes centered around the introduced canopy question.The notes will be guided to ensure key information is received. The various states of matter (gas, solids, liquids)will be discussed and examples will be presented through picture, video, and though classroom presentations about how each type of matter can change between states.
 

C. Practice-

1.Vocabulary development will include giving the students a handout with the list of key vocabulary words for this unit.
2.The student's will find the definitions individually within the textbook chapter and if necessary in the textbook glossary and record in the column provided.
3.A third column will be added to the vocabulary terms where a descriptive picture will be required. Students must produce a visual image matching their definition of the chosen vocabulary word. Color should be used to enhance memory.
 

D. Independent Practice-

1.Text content and comprehension development will occur during the independent daily written response(DWR) portion. Students will be given guided questions with textbook page numbers and be asked to read assigned chapter to learn content. Portions of the assignment will be read whole class, portions will be done in small groups or pair-share, and some will be independent reading. The guided notes will help ensure comprehension and correct learning.
2.The DWR will be graded and will be used as a review for previous information.
3.The scores will be recorded and evaluated for participation and comprehension of content.
 

E. Accommodations (Differentiated Instruction)-

1.Vocabulary sheet, guided notes, attached self-created pictures with vocabulary definitions, repetitive reviews, peer advocates to ensure student is on pace and to give clarification when needed when taking notes or when reading.
 

F. Checking for understanding-

1.Students will be administered a brief end of period multiple choice assessment to ensure understanding.
2.Students can then review answers in groups using resource materials when necessary or material will be reviewed in a whole class setting.
 

G. Closure-

1.Students will review what was taught in preparation for unit exam.
2.Material will be tied to previous instruction to increase memory and comprehension.
3. Students will be given an assignment to describe in writing one of the processes which occurs when matter changes from one state to another. When completed students will be placed in small groups and be asked to explain their work.
 
7. Evaluation-
Journals will be checked, and all assignments will be graded and recorded to ensure participation and comprehension. Low scores or missing assignments will receive notice and opportunities will be given for review or for making up missed assignments and or quizzes.
 
8. Teacher Reflection-
This portion will be completed after lesson has been implemented.
 

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