The document summarizes modifications made to assessments in an 11th grade Environmental Science textbook. It describes the textbook's original assessment methods, such as section reviews and chapter reviews. It then outlines new assessment methods incorporated after modifications, including blogs, news broadcasts, student-made books, hands-on projects, and methods tailored to English language learners and disabled students. A matrix compares the original and modified assessment methods.

1. Textbook Assessment Presented By The Scientific Six

3. Presentations Organization Introduction to the text Standards Pros &Cons Assessment Methods Before Modifications (The Matrix, Examples, & Similarities within the text) Assessment Methods After Modifications (Technology, Parental Involvement, Supports of ESL & Disabled, Multicultural, & Hands-on) Activity Conclusion

4. Introduction to Text Title: Environmental Science Year: 2003 Authors: Scott Foresmen & Addison Wesley Subject: Science Grade: 11th grade (NDHS) Chapter: “Resources in the Biosphere”

5. Text’s Teacher Resources Planning and Pacing guide Laboratory safety & suppliers of equipment and materials Portfolios in science & concept mapping Cooperative learning Science skills matrix Students with individual needs Program overview, program components, & the lesson cycle

6. Unit Chapters “Minerals & Social” “Land Pollution” “Water” “Water Pollution” “Air & Noise Pollution”

7. Standards CONTENT STANDARD 9: Ecology Students will: Know that changes in ecosystems can be caused by natural and human activities which may affect all members of the system Describe the responsibilities human beings have as the stewards of the environment

8. Performance Indicators 9.HS.1 Demonstrate how biodiversity is the sum total of different kinds of organisms, and how it is affected by alterations of habitats 9.HS.2 Analyze changes in an ecosystem resulting in changes in climate, human activity, or introduction of non-native species

9. Pros Connections to other areas of study Sections objectives assessed by section review Engaged different learners Cooperative learning End of the chapter review offered variety of assessments Chapter resources ESL & learning disabled accommodations

10. Cons Technological assessments & support Parental involvement Organization Multicultural perspectives Questionable questions Answers and grading Musically inclined? Main assessment method

11. Section Review Question (what do you think) (350 and 352) 2 Affect -Experiment (directions) (348 and 355) 2 -Review Question (create a chart or diagram)(342) -Map Drawing (340) -Do It Field Activity Table drawing (342, 352) -Chapter Review Portfolio (Draw and Create) (354) 7 -Concept Mapping (Multiple Choice) (338) 1 Product Skill -Cooperative Learning group Discussion Presentations (351) 1 -Think About It Activities (344) -Chapter Review (354) 11 -Experiment Questions (348 and 355) -Chapter Review (353- 4) 5 Reasoning/ Critical Thinking -Graphic Analysis (355) 6 -Cooperative Learning Group discussion presentations (351) 1 -Review Questions (create A chart of diagram) (342) 3 -Section Review Questions (342, 347, 350, 352) -Do it Field Activity (342, 352) -Experiment Questions (348 and 355) -Chapter Review (354) 11 -Section Review Questions (342, 347, 350, 352) -Chapter Review (353- 4) 26 Knowledge Learning Targets  Self- Assessment Observation Oral Performance Essay Select Response Assessment Method 

12. Parental Involvement

13. Parental Involvement Ideas Science at Home Activity Chaperone/Volunteer for Landfill fieldtrip Interview Parent Letter

14. Science at home: Air Pollution Activity What solid particles are in your air? Materials: two Clean, empty glass jars, Vaseline, & a family member

15. Set up two particle collectors. Smear Vaseline on the inside of two clean, empty glass jars. Place one inside your home (suggest that students place the inside jar in a busy room, such as the kitchen or living room) and the other outside (yard or close to the driveway or street). Make sure both jars are in the locations where they will not be disturbed. Predict what you will find if you leave the jars in place for a few days & then Compare the solid particles in each jar. Finally, Share and report your findings with the class. Directions

16. Rubric CATEGORY Excellent Good Fair Needs Improvement Content Shows a full understanding of the topic and compares both particle collectors. Shows a good understanding of the topic and compares both particle collectors. Shows a good understanding of parts of the topic and compares both particle collectors. Does not seem to understand the topic very well and does not compare both particle collectors. Comprehension Student is able to accurately answer almost all questions posed by classmates about the topic. Student is able to accurately answer most questions posed by classmates about the topic. Student is able to accurately answer a few questions posed by classmates about the topic. Student is unable to accurately answer questions posed by classmates about the topic. Preparedness Student is completely prepared and has obviously rehearsed. Student seems pretty prepared, but might have needed a couple more rehearsals. The student is somewhat prepared, but it is clear that rehearsal was lacking. Student does not seem at all prepared to present. Speaks Clearly Speaks clearly and distinctly all (100-95%) the time, and mispronounces no words. Speaks clearly and distinctly all (100-95%) the time, but mispronounces one word. Speaks clearly and distinctly most ( 94-85%) of the time. Mispronounces no more than one word. Often mumbles or can not be understood OR mispronounces more than one word.

17. Technological Modifications

18. Technology Assessment Ideas “ Go With the Flow” PSA Jingle Philippine Oil Spill

19. Philippine Oil Spill News Cast

20. News Cast Rubric The newscast went over/under the 2-4 minute time period by one minute or more. The newscast went thirty seconds over/under the 2-4 minute time period and seemed hurried or slowed. The newscast went 15 seconds over/ under the 2-4 minute time period and was decently paced. The newscast fell between the 2-4 minute time period and was well-paced. Duration of presentation It was difficult to figure out the purpose of the newscast. The purpose is somewhat clear, but many aspects of the newscast seem only slightly related. Establishes a purpose at the beginning, but occasionally wanders from that focus. Newscast establishes a purpose at the beginning and maintains focus throughout. Point of View – Purpose Sloppy appearance which detracts from credibility of presentation. Clean and attractive student look. Attire does not detract from credibility of presentation. Business casual look. Very professional clothing and accessories. Attire Slouches or appears too casual and establishes little eye contact with audience during newscast. Slouches or appears too casual, but establishes good eye contact with audience during most of newscast. Stands or sits up straight. Establishes eye contact with audience during most of newscast. Stands or sits up straight and looks confident & relaxed. Establishes eye contact with camera during most of newscast. Posture and Eye Contact Does not speak clearly and distinctly most of the time and/or mispronounces more than 1 word. Speaks clearly and distinctly most of the time and mispronounces no words. Speaks clearly and distinctly all of the time, but mispronounces 1 word. Speaks clearly and distinctly all of the time and mispronounces no words. Speaks clearly No facts were reported accurately OR no facts were reported. Few facts were reported accurately. Almost all facts were reported accurately. All supportive facts were reported accurately. Accuracy of Facts Needs Improvement1 Fair 2 Good 3 Excellent 4 CATEGORY

21. Multicultural Assessments

22. Cultural Relevance The BBQ Ban Debate Measuring the pH of Guam’s waters Measuring soil pH How Green Are We?

23. How Green Are We? Home & Community Audits Students will devise a plan with their family on ways they can lower energy consumption Oral Presentation

24. Oral Presentation Rubric Slouches and/or does not look at people during the presentation. Sometimes stands up straight and establishes eye contact. Stands up straight and establishes eye contact with everyone in the room during the presentation. Stands up straight, looks relaxed and confident. Establishes eye contact with everyone in the room during the presentation. Posture and Eye Contact Often mumbles or can not be understood OR mispronounces more than one word. Speaks clearly and distinctly most ( 94-85%) of the time. Mispronounces no more than one word. Speaks clearly and distinctly all (100-95%) the time, but mispronounces one word. Speaks clearly and distinctly all (100-95%) the time, and mispronounces no words. Speaks Clearly Student does not seem at all prepared to present. The student is somewhat prepared, but it is clear that rehearsal was lacking. Student seems pretty prepared but might have needed a couple more rehearsals. Student is completely prepared and has obviously rehearsed. Preparedness Student gives a partial explanation of only one action plan Student gives a full explanation of only one action plan Student gives a partial explanation of home and community action plans Student gives a full explanation of home and community action plans Action Plans Student give a partial explanation of only one audit Student gives a full explanation of only one audit Student gives a partial explanation of home and community audits Students give a full explanation of home and community audits Home & Community Audits Needs Improvement Fair Good Excellent Criteria

25. ESL & Disabled Student Modifications

26. ESL & Disabled Ideas KWL Charts Firecrackers on Guam Student Made Books: Sound Pressure Levels

27. Student Made Books Activity Individual Students will look at the sound pressure levels and cut out pictures and explain the environmental harms associated with the noise pollution Home language Disabled variation Don’t overwhelm

28. Rubric Graphics do not go with the accompanying text or appear to be randomly chosen. Graphics go well with the text, but there are too few and the book seems "text-heavy". Graphics go well with the text, but there are so many that they distract from the text. Graphics go well with the text and there is a good mix of text and graphics. Graphics/ Pictures The book’s formatting and organization of material are confusing to the reader. The book has well-organized information. The book has attractive formatting and well-organized information. The book has exceptionally attractive formatting and well-organized information. Attractiveness & Organization Fewer than 80% of facts in the book are accurate. 89-80% of facts in the book are accurate. 99-90% of facts in the book are accurate. All facts in the book are accurate. Content - Accuracy Needs Improvement 1 Fair 2 Good 3 Excellent 4 CATEGORY

29. Hands-On Modifications

30. Hands-On Ideas Have students plant local fruits and vegetables Have students create a scientific journal about growing plants with different soils. Have students design a “rock garden.”

31. Recycling Everything we throw away has an effect on everybody….including YOU!!! SO LET’S RECYCLE!!! Recycling activity!! (Creating a rubric and writing instruction steps to it)

32. Creating an ornament rubric ****4 (excellent), 3 (good), 2 (fair), 1 (needs improvement), 0 (did not participate)

33. After Modification Matrix

34. -Student PDN Response Blog Post -Bikini Atoll Song Section Review Question (what do you think) (350 and 352) 2 -Student PDN Response Essay Affect -Philippine Oil Spill News Cast -Water Protection Jingle -Public Service Announcement -How Green Are We? -Student Made Books -Recycled Ornament -Rock Garden -Science Journal -Planting Local Fruits and Veggies -Experiment (directions) (348 and 355) 2 -Review Question (create a chart or diagram)(342) -Map Drawing (340) -Do It Field Activity Table drawing (342, 352) -Chapter Review Portfolio (Draw and Create) (354) 7 -Parental Involvement Interview -Concept Mapping (Multiple Choice) (338) 1 Product Skill -BBQ Ban Debate -How Green Are We -Finding the pH of soil -Finding the pH of water -Cooperative Learning group discussion presentations (351) 1 -Think About It Activities (344) -Chap. Review (354) 11 -Experiment Questions (348 and 355) -Chap. Review (353-4) 5 Reasoning/ Critical Thinking -Science Experiment at Home -Seepy Sandwiches -Firecrackers on Guam & Noise Pollution -Select Response GWA Quiz -KWL Chart -Graphic Analysis (355) 6 -Finding the source of pollution -Group discussion presentations (351) 1 -Review Questions (create a chart of diagram) (342) 3 -Section Review Questions (342, 347, 350, 352) -Do it Field Activity (342, 352)) -Experiment Questions (348 and 355) -Chap. Review (354) 1 -Section Review Questions (342, 347, 350, 352) -Chapter Review (353-4) 26 Knowledge Learning Targets  Self-Assessment Observation Oral Performance Essay Select Response Assessment Method 

35. Resources & Works Cited Foresman, Scott and Addison Wesley. Environmental Science . Teacher’s ed. New York: Addison Wesley Longman, Inc., 2003. All rubrics were generated from http://www.rubiStar.4teachers.org and altered by users for accuracy. Guam’s Department of Agriculture. Guam Environmental Protection Agency http://www2.nsta.org/sciencesites/ http://www.kn.pacbell.com/wired/fil/pages/listscilinksba.html http://www.youtube.com http://www.videojug.com http:// www.guamwaterworks.org/kids_corner.html http://philippinecommentary.blogspot.com/2006/08/guimaras-island-oil-spill.html http://www.thedeepradioshow.com/Column/2006/06-08-23.htm

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