Lesson Plan

As Cold As Ice

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Do scientists really change their minds when presented with new evidence? Young scientists learn about two competing theories and must decide between them. They perform a simulation and have access to actual field data. Then, scholars present their findings and try to convince others that one theory is better than the other.

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Divide students into groups and have them rotate through the four sites in any order rather than offering all of the data at one time
  • After the lesson, share current photos from each of the sites discussed during the lesson
Classroom Considerations
  • Either prepare the gak ahead of time or allow time in the lesson for the students to make it themselves
Pros
  • Offers ideas for differentiation
  • Includes sample student responses for each discussion question
  • Provides a grading rubric
Cons
  • None