Grade 8 Science
Quarter 4 – Performance Task: Video Journal
Group Video Journal
Intro:
State the aim/purpose (question) of the E-column ________________________________________________________
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Describe the set-up (germination, #of seeds, mass measurements, filters, chambers, identify biotic & abiotic factors)
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Log & Analysis
a. Summary of observations (daily/weekly/highlights)
b. Connection of observations to 4 Laws of Ecology
c. Data table & graph (connections)
A. Terrestrial Chamber
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B. Aquatic Chamber
C. Decomposition Chamber
Quarter 4 – Performance Task: Video Journal
Grade 8 Science
Quarter 4 – Performance Task: Video Journal
Option 2: Summary (Laws of Ecology) Discussion- separate page
 How do you relate the 4 Laws of Ecology to your E-column?
 Explain results and changes observed in the different chambers using ecological concepts such as
closed systems, cycling of matter, carrying capacity, etc.
Example: Law #2 states:___________. An example of this law in the e-column is:______
Grade 8 Science
Quarter 4 – Performance Task: Video Journal
CHECKLIST
A. VIDEO JOURNAL
INTRODUCTION
Title and proper headings provided
Aim or purpose is clearly stated
Description of set-up includes the following: germination, #of seeds,
mass measurements, filters, chambers, identify biotic & abiotic factors
LOG AND ANALYSIS
Summary of observations for each chamber (daily/weekly/highlights) is
concise and clearly presented
Use of appropriate tables and graphs to present data
Connection of observations to 4 Laws of Ecology is well established (with
clear examples from the different chambers)
Highly detailed explanation of 4 Laws of Ecology (includes use of
ecological concepts such as carrying capacity, Water and Carbon cycle)
ORGANIZATION
Length of video is within prescribed time (5-7 min)
Video journal is well-organized and presented
B. INDIVIDUAL JOURNAL
Data and observations are recorded on specified date, are accurate and
complete (growth rate, pH, masses of soil, water, volume, aquatic plants,
fish and temperature)
Table/graph organized and displayed in a professional manner
Journal is well-organized and presented neatly
Labeled diagram of eco-column
YES
Almost
No
Grade 8 Science
Quarter 4 – Performance Task: Video Journal
Word Bank:
4 Laws of Ecology
Biotic
Habitat
Abiotic
Autotrophs/heterotrophs
Closed system
Decomposers/detritivores
Photosynthesis
Carrying capacity
Respiration
Transpiration
Water/carbon cycle