Benchmarks
Objective(s):
1.Distinguish between scientific theories and laws.
2.Identify examples of scientific theories
3.Identify example of scientific laws.
Vocabulary:
Theory
Law
SC.7.N.3.1-Recognize and explain the difference between theories and laws and
give several examples of scientific theories and the evidence that supports them. (Also assesses SC.6.N.3.1 and
SC.8.N.3.2.)
Agenda
1. Bellringer
2. Objective(s)
3. Journal Entries
4. Video Theory Vs. Law
5. Theory Vs. Law T-chart
6. Different Theories / Laws matching
Journal Entries
Date Entry Page NumberTheories vs. Law Notes RIGHT SIDE
Theories vs. Law Chart LEFT SIDE
Theories vs. LawsCreate a T chart. RIGHT SIDE
Theories:An explanation for why
natural events occur developed from
extensive observations, experimentation, and
reasoning.
LAWS: A scientific principle that
states what occurs during a natural event
developed from extensive observations and experimentation.
BILLY PASSED A TEST. SORT THESE as a Law or Theory! RIGHT SIDE
I passed because I studied for two hours and got a good night's sleep.
I got a 94% score, and missed the questions about gravity.
BILLY PASSED A TEST
THEORY: I passed because I studied for two hours and got a good night's sleep. -WHY
LAW: I got a 94% score, and missed the questions about gravity. - WHAT
Why!
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