Integrated Science I
Next Generation Science Standards
2014-2015
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UNIT 1: SCIENTIFIC PRACTICES
HS-ETS1-1
HS-ETS1-1
HS-ETS1-1
HS-ETS1-1
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 design experiments to test scientific
scenarios.
 manipulate variables in experiments using
appropriate procedures.
 collect, organize, and analyze data
accurately and precisely.
 interpret results and draw conclusions while
revising hypotheses as necessary.
 write and speak effectively to present and
explain scientific results.
 safely use equipment and techniques while
conducting scientific investigations.
Scientific Method
Inquiry
Identifying Variables
Designing Experiments
Proper Lab Safety and Technique
Data Analysis
Graphing in Science
Measuring in Science
Ongoing use of the
3 weeks
engineering standards
in HS-ETS1 will be
used in all units in a
variety of ways.
Introduction unit will be
used in all science
classes to start the year
in order to ensure
proper practices
throughout the year.
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UNIT 2: THE UNIVERSE AND STARS
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describe how energy transfer allows energy from
nuclear fusion (in the sun’s core) to reach Earth.
explain how stars, over their life cycles,
produced elements.
compare the life cycle of the sun to the life
cycles of other stars.
describe how the universe and matter were
created.
Describe the ways that the sun’s radiation varies
(solar flares, sunspots, etc).
identify the origin of the two smallest elements
in the universe, the fuel for nuclear reactions in
stars.
construct an explanation of the Big Bang theory
based on astronomical evidence.
explain how ideas about the universe have
changed over the years.
describe the formation of our solar system
apply kepler’s laws to describe motions of
orbiting objects.
Energy
Nuclear Fusion
Light spectra
Red shift
Stars
Electromagnetic Radiation
Big Bang Theory
Life expectancy of stars
Motion of orbiting objects
Kepler’s Laws
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UNIT 3: PLATE TECTONICS AND EARTH’S INTERACTIONS
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describe the composition and structure of earth’s
layers.
describe all the layers of the Earth and relate
them to the rock cycle.
analyze data from current technology to explain
the past, present, and future changes of the
Earth’s surface.
identify source(s) of geothermal energy.
apply the theory of plate tectonics to explain
geologic events.
can model and compare movements along plate
boundaries and describe the landforms that
result from this movement.
identify the energy source that causes plates to
move and demonstrate the movement of
materials under the plates
explain how the movements of plates causes
changes in the hydrosphere, atmosphere, and
biosphere.
explain how earthquakes and volcanoes can
occur at locations other than plate boundaries.
model the transfer of energy from the core to the
lithosphere.
correlate energy transfer to surface features of
the Earth.
explain how plates can move on the Earth’s
surface and give an example of each.
explain how major geological events result from
plate movements.
use the distribution of earthquakes and
volcanoes to locate plate boundaries.
explain and model how the sizes of earthquakes
and volcanoes are measured or characterized.
describe the effects of earthquakes and volcanic
eruptions on humans.
Layers of Earth
Geologic Processes
Continental Drift
Plate Tectonics
Mid Ocean Ridges
Trenches
Folding
Fracturing
Faults
Earthquakes
Stress
Subduction
Volcanoes
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UNIT 4: EARTH’S SYSTEMS & CLIMATE
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Describe Earth’s principal sources of internal
and external energy
Describe natural processes in which heat
transfer in the Earth occurs by conduction,
convection, and radiation
Explain the rock cycle and how it may be
affected in varying situations.
Describe the role of water in Earth’s surface
processes.
Identify the main sources of energy to the
climate system. (Heat from the sun drives our
climate systems.)
Earth’s materials (rocks & minerals)
Rock Cycle
Conduction
Convection
Radiation
Describe seasonal variations.
Weather
Climate
Describe conditions associated with frontal
boundaries that result in severe weather
Seasonal variation
(thunderstorms, tornadoes, and hurricanes).
Describe the damage resulting from, and the
social impact of thunderstorms, tornadoes,
hurricanes, and floods
Describe natural mechanisms that could result in
significant changes in climate (e.g., major
volcanic eruptions, changes in sunlight received
by the earth, and meteorite impacts). (E5.4B)
2) Explain the rate and consequences of global
warming and list sources of carbon dioxide
emissions that contribute to it.
Model the cycling of carbon in the hydrosphere,
atmosphere, and geosphere.
Teachers may split
6 weeks
large unit into two
smaller sections—Three
weeks to cover Earth’s
systems such as rock
cycle and heat transfer.
Three weeks to cover
weather and climate.
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UNIT 5: HUMAN ACTIVITY AND IMPACT ON EARTH
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Describe renewable and nonrenewable sources
of energy for human consumption (electricity,
fuels), compare their effects on the environment,
and include overall costs and benefits.
explain how the impact of human activities on
the environment (e.g., deforestation, air
pollution, coral reef destruction) can be
understood through the analysis of interactions
between the four Earth systems.
explain ozone depletion in the stratosphere and
methods to slow human activities to reduce
ozone depletion.
describe the life cycle of a product, including
the resources, production, packaging,
transportation, disposal, and pollution.
Natural resources
Fossil Fuels
Natural hazards
Deforestation
Pollution
Ozone
Renewable resources
Nonrenewable resources
Recycling
Human sustainability
This unit is designed with 4 weeks
great flexibility to help
students internalize the
idea that earth’s processes
and human activities
affect each other directly.
Teachers are open to use
different examples and
concepts that will help
individual groups of
students retain the
information.
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UNIT 6: STRUCTURE OF MATTER
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describe characteristics of protons, neutrons, and
electrons and be able to determine the number of
each in an atom.
write a chemical symbol and name of an
isotope.
calculate average atomic mass.
determine atomic mass, mass number, number
of neutrons, number of
protons, and number of electrons for an atom.
describe isotopes and use them to calculate
atomic mass.
distinguish between the models of the atom.
describe the modern atomic model.
map electrons using electron configurations.
Atoms
Subatomic Particles
Atomic Mass
Atomic Number
Atoms
Isotopes
Atomic Structure
Atomic Models
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UNIT 7: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF MATTER
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distinguish between the physical properties and
chemical properties of matter.
classify changes of matter as physical or
chemical.
explain the gas, liquid, and solid states in terms
of particles.
explain how the law of conservation of energy
applies to changes of matter.
distinguish between a mixture and a pure
substance.
use a periodic table to name elements, given
their symbols.
Elements
Compounds
Solutions
Suspensions
Metals, Nonmetals, Metalloids
Physical Properties
Chemical Properties
Intensive Properties
Color
Odor
Luster
Malleability
Ductility
Conductivity
Melting/Freezing Point
Boiling Point
Density
Extensive Properties
Mass
Weight
Volume
Length
Conservation of Energy
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UNIT 8: PERIODICITY
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explain trends on the periodic table.
Use orbitals to explain differences in atomic
structure and electron location.
Use orbital notation and electron configurations
to represent electron placement.
Describe the impact of valence electrons.
Model valence electrons using electron dot
diagrams.
Describe how and why properties of elements
vary within periods and groups on the periodic
table.
Trends on the periodic table
Atomic structure
Orbitals
Electron location
Valence electrons
Properties of elements and groups on the
periodic table.
5 weeks