Claire Sullivan: Elementary Science Methods II

  Elementary Science Methods 2: Week #13 What did you do in the lab today? On Monday, in the lab, we continued studying climate change's effects in Iowa. We looked at the data from student achievement scores in different subjects in the State of Iowa. We studied the difference between weather and climate. Our activity during this lab was an investigation we read five different articles and shared with the class the most important factors we learned from the article. Many things we found from the articles included information that showed the effects of global warming on outdoor workers, livestock, and meat production in the state.  What was the big question? How do we know that the Goldfinch is in danger in Iowa? What did you learn in Thursday's discussion? In Thursday's discussion, we examined a graph from a source claiming that 'global warming is not an issue.' We looked at the data and concluded it was inaccurate because of inaccurate data and the lack of knowledg...

  Elementary Science Methods 2: Week #12 What did you do in the lab today? This week in the lab, we began studying climate change and its effects across the earth. We discussed what happened in the documentary Before the Flood, which  we watched for homework. Our activity was finding the average amount of rain in certain portions of Iowa. As you can see below, we found that out of the three cities studied, Fairfield, on average, received the most rainfall. I found this activity as well as the simulations to be extremely helpful in my learning! What was the big question? Can we "see" climate change happening? What did you learn in Thursday's discussion? Exam in discussion this week! Pressbook: No new press book this week, just review for the exam! 5. What Questions, concerns, or comments do you have? No questions, comments or concerns right now!

   Elementary Science Methods 2: Week #11 What did you do in the lab today? This week in the lab, we began by discussing our article from last week called Sweater Weather . This article was full of knowledgeable pedagogy information that explored how we can implement better teaching practices for our students. Our activity included testing different types of sand under a microscope to determine if they are wind, glacier, and water. I enjoyed and engaged well with this activity because it allowed me to gain knowledge of the different looks and textures of each type of sand.  What was the big question? What is water displacement? What did you learn in Thursday's discussion? This week in the lab, we focused on studying water displacement. We studied this by completing an activity where we studied if certain kinds of pop would float or sink in the water. This lab in class allowed me to connect my learning to the real world. We looked through some of the pages from the book Mr...