State Goal 13
Understand the
relationships among science, technology and society in historical and
contemporary contexts.
B. Know and apply concepts that describe the interaction between science, technology and society.
Assessment Framework
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13.11.06. |
Analyze scientific breakthroughs in terms of societal and technological effects. |
| BHS Course | Unit | Activities |
| Biology, Fundamentals | Microscope |
Microscope Use Lab Stereoscope Lab |
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Cell Parts |
Animal v. Plant Cell Lab |
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| DNA and RNA | DNA Strand Activity | |
| Genetics |
Genetic Disorders Discussion Karyotyping |
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Physical Science, Fundamentals (2 years - Chemistry & Physics) |
Work, Power and Simple Machines |
Machine
essays
Technology projects
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| IPS |
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| Biology |
Microscope |
Microscope Use Lab Microscopic Specimen Measurement Lab Stereoscope Lab |
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Cell Parts |
Animal v. Plant Cell Lab |
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| Chemistry |
Atomic Structure Activity Protein Synthesis Activity |
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| DNA and RNA |
Blood Typing Lab/Demo |
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Genetics |
Genetic Disorders Discussion Karyotyping |
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| Microbiology | Gram staining Lab | |
| Chemistry |
Unit 3 Atomic Structure Unit 2 Matter and Energy Unit 18 Acids and Bases |
1. Atomic models activity 2. Research the discovery of nuclear changes and discuss the impact of nuclear chemistry 3. Acid Rain simulation activity |
| Physics | All Units | Concept introduction using principal discovering scientist |
| Biology II (Anatomy) | All Units | Trauma - Life in the ER and The Operation |
| Environmental Science | All Units | Current Events & News Clips Video |
| Biology, Honors | Microscope |
Microscope Use Lab Microscopic Specimen Measurement Lab Stereoscope Lab |
| Ecology | Biome Project | |
| Biochemistry | Atomic Structure Activity | |
| Cell Biology | Animal v. Plant Cell Lab | |
| Genetics |
Protein Synthesis Activity Genetic Disorders Discussion Genetics Role-playing Activity |
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| Chemistry, Honors |
Unit 3 Atomic Structure and the Mole Unit 2 Matter and Energy Unit 12 Acids and Bases |
1. Atomic models activity 2. Research the discovery of nuclear changes and discuss the impact of nuclear chemistry 3. Acid Rain simulation activity |
| Physics, Honors |
Unit 2 Newton’s Laws Unit 5 Conservation of Energy Unit 7 Modern Physics Unit 8 Electric Forces and Fields |
1. Mechanical/Deterministic World 2. End of the Geocentric Universe and its implication on religion and human thought 3. Conservation of Energy as a bedrock of Scientific thought. 4. Relativity theory and its importance in providing new insight into our understanding. Its use in modern communication technology. 5. Fundamentals of Quantum theory and its effect upon human thought, its stimulus for new experimentation, and its importance to new technology. 6. Application of electrical principles to technology in sound, and video. |
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AP Biology |
Molecular
Genetics |
DNA Fingerprinting, pBLU Lab Molecular Systematics |
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AP Chemistry |
History of the development of the model of the atom |
Discussion |
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AP Physics |
All units |
Class Discussion |
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AP Environmental Science |
All Units |
Current Issues & Newsclip Videos |
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13.11.07. |
Analyze examples of resource use, technology use or conservation program and make recommendations for improvements. |
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BHS Course |
Unit |
Activities |
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Biology, Fundamentals |
Ecology |
Biome Project |
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Physical
Science, Fundamentals |
Scientific Method |
Oil spill activity |
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IPS |
Scientific Method |
Oil spill activity |
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Biology |
Ecology |
Kaibab Deer Activity Re-introduction of Wolves video and Discussion Use of Natural Resources Activity |
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Chemistry |
Unit 3 Atomic Structure |
Adopt an Element Presentation |
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Physics |
Kinematics, Dynamics |
Interactive Physics Simulations |
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Biology II (Anatomy) |
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Environmental Science |
Ecosystems as Resources Water Unit
Sustainable Communities Populations & Succession |
Use, Recycle versus No Recycle Lab Water Treatment Lab Water Reclamation Lab Green City Design Lab Human Impact Lab |
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Biology, Honors |
Ecology |
Populations Labs |
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Chemistry, Honors |
Unit 3 Atomic Structure and the Mole |
Adopt an Element Presentation |
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Physics, Honors |
Unit 5 Conservation of Energy Unit 9 Electrical Circuits |
1. Studying alternative sources of Energy for transportation and power and their feasibility. Student Projects 2. Methods of generating Electricity. Efficiency of Batteries, Fuel Cells |
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AP Biology |
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AP Chemistry |
Acid/Base |
Coal burning power plants and scrubbers discussion. |
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AP Physics |
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AP Environmental Science |
Biome, Landscapes, Restoration, Management Environmental Economics Earth and Its Crustal Resources Sustainable Solutions Water Unit
Energy Population Dynamics & Human Populations |
Field Experiences
Land Use & Zoning Project Minerals and Sources Activity Green City Design Lab Water Treatment Lab Sewage Treatment Lab Alternative Energy Lab Consumption and Population Lab |
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13.11.08. |
Analyze careers and occupations that are affected by knowledge of science. |
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BHS Course |
Unit |
Activities |
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Biology, Fundamentals |
Microscope Genetics |
Parts of the Microscope video DNA fingerprinting video |
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Physical
Science, Fundamentals |
Scientific Method |
Career studies |
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IPS |
Scientific Method |
Career studies |
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Biology |
Microscope Genetics |
Parts of the Microscope video Genetic Disorders Discussion DNA fingerprinting video |
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Chemistry |
3rd Quarter Science Careers Project |
Research the relationship between scientific study and a prospective career. |
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Physics |
Mechanics Units, Electricity Unit, Waves, Light, Sound units |
Concept introductions with real world career examples |
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Biology II (Anatomy) |
All Units |
Videos: Trauma - Life in the ER & The Operation |
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Environmental Science |
All Units |
Career and Job Openings Preparation requirements |
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Biology, Honors |
Genetics |
Genetic Disorders Discussion DNA fingerprinting video Genetics Role-playing Activity |
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Chemistry, Honors |
3rd Quarter Science Careers Project |
Research the relationship between scientific study and a prospective career. |
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Physics, Honors |
Unit 2 Newton’s Laws Unit 5 Conservation of energy Unit 8 Electrical Circuits Unit 10 Optics |
Engineering Problems (maximizing efficiency, calibrating a launcher, Alternative sources of energy) Home Wiring Lab Testing Eyesight Models of the Eye |
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AP Biology |
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AP Chemistry |
First Unit (Introduction to Chemistry) |
Discussion |
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AP Physics |
All units |
Class Discussion A guest speaker is invited 1st semester to discuss career paths open to students who excel in math and science. |
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AP Environmental Science |
All Units |
Career and Job Openings Preparation requirements |
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13.11.09. |
Select appropriate scientific instruments and technological devices to perform tests, measure, and collect data. |
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BHS Course |
Unit |
Activities |
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Biology,
Fundamentals
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Microscope |
Microscope Use Lab Stereoscope Lab |
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Cell Parts |
Animal v. Plant Cell Lab |
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Physical
Science, Fundamentals |
Scientific Method |
SM experiments |
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IPS |
Scientific Method |
SM experiments |
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Biology |
Microscope |
Microscopic Specimen Measurement Lab Stereoscope Lab Animal v. Plant Cell Lab |
| Cell Parts | Animal v. Plant Cell Lab | |
| Cell Functions | Diffusion Lab | |
| Genetics | Blood Typing Lab/Demo | |
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Chemistry |
Unit 1 The Nature of Chemistry Unit 2 Matter and Energy Boat Project Unit 3 Atomic Structure Unit 11 Stoichiometry Unit 13 Gas Laws Uni15 Water and Solutions Unit 18/19 Acids and Bases |
1. Design a controlled experiment using the Copper (II)chloride and Aluminum reaction. 2. Identify unknown materials based on experimental densities found using mass and volume data. 3. Design, build, test and evaluate a plaster of paris boat. 4. Contrast the composition of pre1982 and post 1982 pennies using lab data. 5. Use data to determine the percent yield for chemical reactions. 6. Determine the molar mass of butane using lab data. 7. Determine the solubility of a substance using lab data. 8. Perform a neutralization reaction with a variety of antacids to determine which brand is more effective per unit cost.
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Physics |
Mechanics Units |
Set up, Calibrate, Data collection with e-measure computers using motion sensors, photo-gates, and smart pulleys |
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Biology II (Anatomy) |
Cell Unit Skeletal System Nervous System Digestive System Cardiovascular System Urinary System |
Microscope Lab Bone Forensic Lab General Senses Lab, Vision Lab Digestion Lab Blood Pressure Lab Urinalysis |
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Environmental Science |
Water Use, Pollution and Management Air, Climate, Weather, & Pollution |
River testing Air Quality Testing |
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Biology, Honors |
Microscope |
Microscope Use Lab Microscopic Specimen Measurement Lab Stereoscope Lab Animal v. Plant Cell Lab |
| Cell Biology |
Animal v. Plant Cell Lab Diffusion Lab |
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| Genetics | Blood Typing Lab/Demo | |
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Chemistry, Honors |
Unit 1 The Nature of Chemistry Unit 2 Matter and Energy Unit 3 Atomic Structure and the Mole Unit 7 Stoichiometry Unit 9 Gas Laws Uni11 Water and Solutions Unit 12 Acids and Bases 4th Quarter Research Project |
1. Design a controlled experiment using the Copper (II) chloride and Aluminum reaction. 2. Identify unknown materials based on experimental densities found using mass and volume data. 3. Contrast the composition of pre1982 and post 1982 pennies using lab data. 4. Use data to determine the percent yield for chemical reactions. 5. Determine the molar mass of butane using lab data. 6. Determine the solubility of a substance using lab data. 7. Perform a neutralization reaction with a variety of antacids to determine which brand is more effective per unit cost. 8. Design, test and evaluate a chemistry problem. |
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Physics, Honors |
All Units |
Lab format requires students to select appropriate equipment to complete lab question. Alternatives are presented. Students are trained to use Science Workshop computerized data collection system. |
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AP Biology |
Biochemistry Unit Cell Unit Cellular Energetics Molecular Genetics Heredity Evolution Diversity of Life Plants Animals Ecology |
Enzyme Lab Microscope & Cell Type Lab Photosynthesis Lab & Respiration Lab DNA Fingerprinting Lab, pBLU Lab M&M Statistics Lab, Virtual Fly Lab Population Genetics Lab Gram Stain Bacteria Lab, Protist Lab, Plant Lab Plant Morphology, Plant Anatomy, Transpiration AP Lab 10 DO Lab |
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AP Chemistry |
All Units |
Labs |
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AP Physics |
All Units |
Lab format requires students to select appropriate equipment to complete lab question. Alternatives are presented. Students are trained to use Science Workshop computerized data collection system. |
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AP Environmental Science |
Water Use, Pollution and Management Air, Climate, Weather, & Pollution Soil and Soil Ecosystem |
River testing MBI Water Quality Testing Air Quality Testing Soil Testing |