Dear Students:
This week we continue with Chapter 18: Fighting Disease. For our evaluation this week it is important that the regulars are reviewed closely:
• Key Terms
• Key Concepts
• Diagrams
• Work Pack
It is mandatory that the Chapter be read so a complete picture of the content is perceived. To read effectively in the Sciences you need to:
1. Explore Your Science Textbook
2. Check The Vocabulary
3. Analyze For Comprehension
4. Synthesize For Understanding
Important grades posted in Power School
Chapter 17 Content Test
Chapter 17 Key Terms Quiz
Important Dates to keep in mind:
Chapter 18 Test March 2
Chapter 18 Work Pack March 2
Chapter 18 Key Concepts March 2
End of the Second Quarter March 11
Welcome to the Wonderful World of Science. The videos and material posted below are meant to help you with class content and assignments. Please check the CALENDAR at the bottom of the page to stay informed of events coming up in class.
Friday, February 25, 2011
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Friday, February 18, 2011
February 21-25
Important Dates to keep in mind:
Key Terms Chapter 18 February 23
Chapter 18 Test March 2
Chapter 18 Work Pack March 2
Dear Students:
This week we will begin Chapter 18: Fighting Disease. We will be exploring the following topics:
• Infectious Disease
• The Body’s Defense
• Preventing Infectious Disease
• Noninfectious Disease
Objectives/ I can ...Day 1
Explain the relationship between pathogens and infectious disease.
List the kinds of pathogens that cause infectious diseases in humans.
Identify four sources of pathogens
Objectives/ I can ... Day 2
Explain how the body's first line of defense guards against pathogens.
Describe what happens during the inflammatory response.
State how the immune system responds to pathogens.
Identify how HIV affects the immune system and how it spreads
Objectives/ I can ... Day 3
Define immunity.
Explain the difference between natural immunity and acquired immunity.
Objectives/ I can ... Day 4
Learn the concepts involved in epidemiology.
Trace the spread of a pathogen through a population
Objectives/ I can ... Day 5
Identify the causes of allergies.
Explain how diabetes affects the body.
Describe the effects of cancer on the body.
Identify causes of cancer.
Use the following link to learn more about the anatomy of the Immune system
http://www.sciencemaster.com/jump/life/immune.php
Key Terms Chapter 18 February 23
Chapter 18 Test March 2
Chapter 18 Work Pack March 2
Dear Students:
This week we will begin Chapter 18: Fighting Disease. We will be exploring the following topics:
• Infectious Disease
• The Body’s Defense
• Preventing Infectious Disease
• Noninfectious Disease
Objectives/ I can ...Day 1
Explain the relationship between pathogens and infectious disease.
List the kinds of pathogens that cause infectious diseases in humans.
Identify four sources of pathogens
Objectives/ I can ... Day 2
Explain how the body's first line of defense guards against pathogens.
Describe what happens during the inflammatory response.
State how the immune system responds to pathogens.
Identify how HIV affects the immune system and how it spreads
Objectives/ I can ... Day 3
Define immunity.
Explain the difference between natural immunity and acquired immunity.
Objectives/ I can ... Day 4
Learn the concepts involved in epidemiology.
Trace the spread of a pathogen through a population
Objectives/ I can ... Day 5
Identify the causes of allergies.
Explain how diabetes affects the body.
Describe the effects of cancer on the body.
Identify causes of cancer.
Use the following link to learn more about the anatomy of the Immune system
http://www.sciencemaster.com/jump/life/immune.php
Thursday, February 10, 2011
February 14-18
Dear Students:
This week we continue to discuss Chapter 17: Respiration and Excretion. We will add to our knowledge of the Respiratory system through our project: A Breathe of Fresh Air. We have been working in this project during class and continue to learn important details about the lungs, diaphragm and how the process of breathing takes place. In preparation for our test on this chapter, videos, class lectures and solving the work pack will continue.
Study Tips – Preparing for a Test
Tests are normally given to measure a student’s understanding of class material. Taking a test can be a stressful event for any student. When it comes to taking tests, there is no real substitute for preparation.
Now, you may be thinking that the only way to make sure that you are fully prepared is to study hard and know your subject. However, there are a few other things that you can do that will help you prepare for a test and ensure your success.
• Complete your regular schoolwork. Attending class every day and completing all of your class assignments on a regular basis can be very important when it comes to retaining information. Do the work and you will do better on your tests. Guaranteed.
• Study regularly. Don’t wait until the last minute to cram for a test. Use the night before a test wisely. Instead of cramming, prepare for a test by taking time to review what you have already studied.
• Understand how the test content is organized. Is the test multiple choice, true or false, and/or essay-style? Ask the teacher to find out. Just knowing how the questions are organized will help you prepare for a test.
• Find out how the test is scored. Again, ask your teacher for more information. Are certain portions of the test more important than others? Are there penalty points for skipping questions? Once you understand how the test will be scored, you will know what you need to work on most.
• Eat and sleep. Eating properly can have an amazing impact on your body and mind. A good night’s sleep will affect you similarly. Make sure you take time to sleep well the night before a test and when you wake up, eat a hearty and nutritious breakfast.
• Relax. This is the most common advice given to test-taking students. It’s also the best advice you will ever get. The more agitated you are, the worse you will do. If you are feeling nervous, close your eyes and take a deep breath. Better yet, take five deep breaths. Continue to breathe slowly and deeply until you feel calm.
Source:
Karen Schweitzer
Business School Guide
Important Dates to keep in mind:
Mid Quarter Grades Posted in Power School February 14
Chapter 17 Test February 16
Chapter 17 Work Pack February 16
President’s Day Picnic February 22
This week we continue to discuss Chapter 17: Respiration and Excretion. We will add to our knowledge of the Respiratory system through our project: A Breathe of Fresh Air. We have been working in this project during class and continue to learn important details about the lungs, diaphragm and how the process of breathing takes place. In preparation for our test on this chapter, videos, class lectures and solving the work pack will continue.
Study Tips – Preparing for a Test
Tests are normally given to measure a student’s understanding of class material. Taking a test can be a stressful event for any student. When it comes to taking tests, there is no real substitute for preparation.
Now, you may be thinking that the only way to make sure that you are fully prepared is to study hard and know your subject. However, there are a few other things that you can do that will help you prepare for a test and ensure your success.
• Complete your regular schoolwork. Attending class every day and completing all of your class assignments on a regular basis can be very important when it comes to retaining information. Do the work and you will do better on your tests. Guaranteed.
• Study regularly. Don’t wait until the last minute to cram for a test. Use the night before a test wisely. Instead of cramming, prepare for a test by taking time to review what you have already studied.
• Understand how the test content is organized. Is the test multiple choice, true or false, and/or essay-style? Ask the teacher to find out. Just knowing how the questions are organized will help you prepare for a test.
• Find out how the test is scored. Again, ask your teacher for more information. Are certain portions of the test more important than others? Are there penalty points for skipping questions? Once you understand how the test will be scored, you will know what you need to work on most.
• Eat and sleep. Eating properly can have an amazing impact on your body and mind. A good night’s sleep will affect you similarly. Make sure you take time to sleep well the night before a test and when you wake up, eat a hearty and nutritious breakfast.
• Relax. This is the most common advice given to test-taking students. It’s also the best advice you will ever get. The more agitated you are, the worse you will do. If you are feeling nervous, close your eyes and take a deep breath. Better yet, take five deep breaths. Continue to breathe slowly and deeply until you feel calm.
Source:
Karen Schweitzer
Business School Guide
Important Dates to keep in mind:
Mid Quarter Grades Posted in Power School February 14
Chapter 17 Test February 16
Chapter 17 Work Pack February 16
President’s Day Picnic February 22
Friday, February 4, 2011
Feb 7-11
Dear Students:
This week we will begin Chapter 17: Respiration and Excretion. We will be covering important details about the respiratory system, smoking and your health and the excretory system. This important topic will allow us to learn about the functions of the respiratory system, identify the structures that air passes through as it travels to the lungs and describe what happens during gas exchange and breathing. We will also carry out the experiment in page 573 which will allow us to make a model of a lung and demonstrate what happens during inhalation and exhalation.
This week I would like to focus on thinking skills. Everybody has thinking skills, but few use them effectively. Effective thinking skills cannot be studied; but must be built-up over a period of time. Good thinkers see possibilities where others see only dead-ends. If you are not a good thinker, start now by developing habits that make you ask yourself questions as you read. Good thinkers (or skillful thinkers) are good problem solvers, they can withhold making decisions before they have all (or most of) the relevant information, they are not afraid of the unknown. Also, good thinkers have strong metacognitive skills. They are able to "think about their thinking”. This week I want you to remember these three words: knowledge, comprehension, and application.
Some of the Grades you can find posted in Power school this week are:
Chapter Content Test (16)
Key Terms Test (Chapter 16)
Quiz Diagram of the Heart
Project the Heart
Important Dates to keep in mind:
Key Terms Chapter 17 February 9
Chapter 17 Test February 16
Chapter 17 Work Pack February 16
This week we will begin Chapter 17: Respiration and Excretion. We will be covering important details about the respiratory system, smoking and your health and the excretory system. This important topic will allow us to learn about the functions of the respiratory system, identify the structures that air passes through as it travels to the lungs and describe what happens during gas exchange and breathing. We will also carry out the experiment in page 573 which will allow us to make a model of a lung and demonstrate what happens during inhalation and exhalation.
This week I would like to focus on thinking skills. Everybody has thinking skills, but few use them effectively. Effective thinking skills cannot be studied; but must be built-up over a period of time. Good thinkers see possibilities where others see only dead-ends. If you are not a good thinker, start now by developing habits that make you ask yourself questions as you read. Good thinkers (or skillful thinkers) are good problem solvers, they can withhold making decisions before they have all (or most of) the relevant information, they are not afraid of the unknown. Also, good thinkers have strong metacognitive skills. They are able to "think about their thinking”. This week I want you to remember these three words: knowledge, comprehension, and application.
Some of the Grades you can find posted in Power school this week are:
Chapter Content Test (16)
Key Terms Test (Chapter 16)
Quiz Diagram of the Heart
Project the Heart
Important Dates to keep in mind:
Key Terms Chapter 17 February 9
Chapter 17 Test February 16
Chapter 17 Work Pack February 16
Thursday, February 3, 2011
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