1. Lesson 2: What is Science
Mathematics, Science, Technology (2-3 Days)
Science is a process that can be used to solve problems or answer
questions. Communication is an important part of all aspects of science.
Scientists use tools to measure
Technology is the application of science to make tools and product we use
each day. Computers are a valuable technological tool.
Topic(s): 1. Science in Society: People use their senses to observe their
surroundings. Scientific process is used to solve problems and answer
questions.
2. Using Prior Knowledge: Scientists use prior knowledge to predict the
outcome of investigations. After predictions have been tested many times,
theories are formed.
3. Using Science and Technology: Journals, newspapers, books, and the
Internet can be useful sources of information. Observation, clarification,
and interpretation are important scientific skills.
4. Communication in Science: Scientists communicate their observations,
experiments, and results with others.
Notes: Curriculum Connections: Health- E. coli and Haywood County Farmers,
Language Arts- Truth in Advertising on labels of anti-bacterial products.
Misconception: Bacteria is all bad. Alot of bacteria in intestines that is
good!
Understandings: What and how you learn in science can be applied to other areas
of your life.
Identify how science is a part of your every day life.
Describe what skills and tools are a part of your everyday life.
Resources: Materials and resources:
Textbooks, Notes, Worksheets (Appendices F-M).
Weighing paper, 50 ml Graduated Cylinder, 3-4 powdered beverage mixes, Triple-beam balance, Beakers, Stir, Water.
Appendices F-J
F. Inference and Observation miniLAB
G. What is Science notes
H. What is Science Q&A
I. Battle of the Beverages Lab
J. Blank Circle Map
Appendices K-M
K. Lab Procedures (Annual Handout)
L. Design Experiment Assessment and Rubric
M. Data Table Assessment and Rubric
Technology resources:
PowerPoint, Browser, Slideshare.net/cmsdsquires,
The number of computers required is 1 per student.

2. Essential Questions: 1. How have the contributions of past scientific thinkers affected the
advancements in science?
2. In what ways do technological advances influence scientific inquiry in
our society?
3. How might advances in science and technology affect society and
conversely how does society affect science and technology?
4. What are the major processes and concepts in the scientific method?
Learning Experiences
Bell Ringer- 3 minute brainstorm creating circle map how science is a part
of everyday life.
Begin Notes teaching Cornell Format
Tie text to N1H1 virus (Swine Flu)
Inference and Observation mini-Lab
Continue notes to end_of_section
Explain Reading Checks and Section Self Checks (Q&A)
Discuss Lab Procedures
Lab "Battle of Beverage Mixes"
Differentiated Challenge: Have students choose a topic to research re: science. Locate
Instruction: 5 articles and write one new fact they learned from each. LD: Explain how
experience is important for solving problems: lost set of keys and tracking
your last movements. Visual Learners: Multimedia research. Linguistic:
Benefit of computers for writing and researching.

3. Assessment
Inference and Observation miniLAB
Class Notes Cornell Format
What Is Science: Q&A- 8 questions from readings
Science Notebook- Compilation of all work done in Chapter 1:1
Battle of the Beverage Mixes LAB
Assessment/Rubrics:
Follow-Up
1. Compare/Contrast table of resources of information available today vs.
100 years ago.
2. Ask each student to design an experiment to test the primary
characteristics- strength of a paper towel or the clinging ability of
transparent wrap.