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9/14-15
DNA (Do Now Activity)- Binders & Characteristics of Life Questions out for
me to check in.- Any random paperwork into the bin: Syllabus
etc…- Discuss at your table the questions from the
reading out on the desk. - Review your notes on Characteristics of Life. - Prep any questions you want to ask me.HW: CER Virus (SP3)
Questions about 1.1?
exit slip 1.1
• 10-15 minutes☺• Please put it in the bin when you are done.
Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning (CER)How to write a scientific explanation (SP3)
Claim
Your claim is a declarative statement that is similar to a thesis. (You make a claim in response to a question).
● The claim is usually one sentence in length.
● It must be accurate, specific, and completely answer the question.
Evidence
The evidence is all of the informationthat supports your claim.● Evidence must be sufficient and relevant to your
claim. Not all information is considered evidence!
● Typically specific data/information.● Sources such as: computer simulations, websites,
textbook, class notes, personal experience, etc.● Important to have numerous pieces of evidence
to support your claim!
Reasoning
Reasoning is the explanation thatconnects your claim to the evidence that supports it.
● Explains why the information you chose counts as evidence.
● Demonstrates a detailed understanding of the concepts involved and uses science vocabulary.
● Address all evidence and is to the point.● Should be at least a few sentences in length.
Question: Are Viruses Alive?
GROUP ACTIVITY: 1. Read the packets you have been given and review the attached tables.2. Work with your group to answer the question. Use CER!3. Document your group’s work on poster/whiteboard.4. Gallery Walk- check out other groups’ posters while leaving 1 group member behind to explain your group’s point of view.
Assessment - Individual Writing Assignment (SP3)
Due next class: First GRADE for SP3!• Using what you learned and discussed today
• (from the packet, with your group and with other groups),
• Make your own CLAIM to answer the question, “Are viruses alive?”
• Be sure to use CER - support your claim with evidence and provide reasoning.
Thomas Huxley quote