Category Archives: 130.25.3

(3) The student uses scientific methods and equipment during laboratory and field investigations. The student is expected to:

(A) know the definition of science and understand that it has limitations, as specified in subsection (b)(4) of this section;

(B) know that hypotheses are tentative and testable statements that must be capable of being supported or not supported by observational evidence. Hypotheses of durable explanatory power that have been tested over a wide variety of conditions are incorporated into theories;

(C) know scientific theories are based on natural and physical phenomena and are capable of being tested by multiple independent researchers. Unlike hypotheses, scientific theories are well-established and highly-reliable explanations, but they may be subject to change as new areas of science and new technologies are developed;

(D) distinguish between scientific hypotheses and scientific theories;

(E) plan and implement descriptive, comparative, and experimental investigations, including asking questions, formulating testable hypotheses, and selecting equipment and technology;

(F) collect and organize qualitative and quantitative data and make measurements with accuracy and precision using tools such as calculators, spreadsheet software, data-collecting probes, computers, standard laboratory glassware, microscopes, various prepared slides, stereoscopes, metric rulers, electronic balances, analysis kits, sieve sets, sieve shakers, soil augers, soil moisture meters, hand lenses, Celsius thermometers, lab notebooks or journals, timing devices, cameras, Petri dishes, lab incubators, dissection equipment, meter sticks, and models, diagrams, or samples of biological specimens or structures;

(G) analyze, evaluate, make inferences, and predict trends from data; and

(H) communicate valid conclusions supported by the data through methods such as lab reports, labeled drawings, graphic organizers, journals, summaries, oral reports, and technology-based reports.

Lesson Plans: 4/26 to 4/30

Posted on April 25, 2021 by freemank

Water Resources

Students will be working on the iCEV BASF Plant Science Certification modules, the lesson plans described below are for the Water Resources module.

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Goal:

To gain introductory knowledge of the properties of water, focusing on the chemical, biological and physical characteristics of water by exploring the uses of water in our lives, sources of ground and surface water, the importance of conservation and protection of water resources as well as the future of our water resources.

Description:

Water is one of the most precious commodities on earth. Without it, life as we know it would not exist. In this presentation, the different properties of water will be reviewed as well as the different ways in which water is used in out daily lives. In addition, the importance of conserving our water resources and the future of out water supply will be discussed. Water quality as well as various types and causes of water pollution are covered in detail. The program was produced in cooperation with the Natural Resources Foundation of Texas.

Objectives:

1. Describe the influence of weather factors

2. Describe the influence of climatic factors

3. Define watershed boundaries

4. Identify potential sources of pollution

5. Discuss policies of ecology management

Assignments:

Assignments will be posted on the Plant & Soil Science Google Classroom, under the “Assignments” topic of the “Classwork” tab. Please pay attention to all due dates, which will be posted on the assignments along with the instructions for the assignment.

Water Measurement

Students will be working on the iCEV BASF Plant Science Certification modules, the lesson plans described below are for the Water Measurement module.

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Goal:

To provide an understanding of water measurement and water resources in the United States.

Description:

This PowerPoint® production discusses a variety of subjects related to water measurement including: watershed dynamics, water resource management, water quality management, factors affecting water quality, water conservation and watershed conservation.

Objectives:

1. To identify the origin and use of water in a watershed.

2. To describe the dynamics of a watershed.

3. To discuss the measurement of water quality and water resources in a watershed.

4. To describe how water quality is impacted by natural and anthropogenic influences.

5. To identify water and watershed conservation practices.

Assignments:

Lesson Plans: 4/19 to 4/23

Posted on April 18, 2021 by freemank

Fertilizers & the Environment

Students will be working on the iCEV BASF Plant Science Certification modules, the lesson plans described below are for the Fertilizers & the Environment module.

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Goal:

To learn the basics of fertilizers and their relationship with the environment.

Description:

Fertilizers help replenish essential nutrients the soil looses. Students and beginning horticulturalists will replenish their knowledge of fertilizers with the advice provided in this presentation. The nutritional requirements of plants, the purpose of a fertilizer, fertilizer analysis, types, application, equipment, costs, records and schedules, handling and storage and effects on the environment are introduced.

Objectives:

1. The student will gain a basic knowledge of fertilizers.

2. The student will learn the proper application of plant and crop fertilizers.

3. The student will learn the importance of safety and environmental concerns related to fertilizers.

Assignments:

Pesticides & Herbicides: An Introduction

Students will be working on the iCEV BASF Plant Science Certification modules, the lesson plans described below are for the Pesticides & Herbicides: An Introduction module.

Posted on September 6, 2020 by freemank

Monday, September 7th:

No School – Labor Day

Tuesday, September 8th:

Students will use their Chromebooks to access the assignment on Google Classroom. They will be working on Lesson 5.1 KEY TERMS: Agriscience and the Scientific Method (which will be a Google Form). They are to use the textbook chapter, “PAFNR Lesson 5.1: Agriscience and the Scientific Method,” to help them answer the questions; the textbook chapter is located on Google Classroom at the “Classwork” tab under the topic “Textbook Chapters”. Students MUST have the assignment completed and submitted by no later than 11:59 PM on Wednesday, September 9th. If they have any questions, then they can email me at [email protected].

Wednesday, September 9th:

Students will need to attend a Zoom Meetings during their class periods, the schedule is posted below:

Zoom Meeting will be at 10:00 AM.

Zoom links will be emailed out to the students the day before the scheduled meeting, and will also be posted on Google Classroom under the ‘Zoom Links’ topic the day before the scheduled meeting.

Students will be working on, finishing, and submitting the Lesson 5.1 KEY TERMS: Agriscience and the Scientific Method (which will be a Google Form). They are to use the textbook chapter, “PAFNR Lesson 5.1: Agriscience and the Scientific Method,” to help them answer the questions; the textbook chapter is located on Google Classroom at the “Classwork” tab under the topic “Textbook Chapters”. Students MUST have the assignment completed and submitted by no later than 11:59 PM TODAY. If they have any questions, then they can email me at [email protected].

Thursday, September 10th:

Students will use their Chromebooks to access the assignment on Google Classroom. Students will be assigned and working on Lesson 5.3 Review & Assessment: Biotechnology in Agriculture (which will be a Google Form). They are to use the textbook chapter, “PAFNR Lesson 5.3: Biotechnology in Agriculture,” to help them answer the questions; the textbook chapter is located on Google Classroom at the “Classwork” tab under the topic “Textbook Chapters”. Students MUST have the assignment completed and submitted by no later than 11:59 PM TOMORROW. If they have any questions, then they can email me at [email protected].

Friday, September 11th:

Students will use their Chromebooks to access the assignment on Google Classroom. First, students will need to finish the assignment from 9/10, if they have not already. Then, they will be working on Lesson 5.3 KEY TERMS: Biotechnology in Agriculture (which will be a Google Form). They are to use the textbook chapter, “PAFNR Lesson 5.3: Biotechnology in Agriculture,” to help them answer the questions; the textbook chapter is located on Google Classroom at the “Classwork” tab under the topic “Textbook Chapters”. Students MUST have the assignment completed and submitted by no later than 11:59 PM TODAY. If they have any questions, then they can email me at [email protected].

Lesson Plans: 8/17 to 8/21

Posted on August 19, 2020 by freemank

Monday, August 17th:

Students will be watching a Lab Safety Video and answering questions over the video. A link to the video will be posted on Google Classroom under the topic “Resources”.

Tuesday, August 18th:

Students will be completing notes, “Scientific Method Notes,” which will be graded for a daily grade and will need to be put into the student’s composition book. A link to the notes will be posted on Google Classroom under the topic “Notes”.

Wednesday, August 19th:

Students will begin working on the worksheet, “Lesson 5.1: Agriscience and the Scientific Method,” which will be graded for a daily grade and will need to be put into the student’s composition book once it has been graded. Students will use the textbook chapter, “PAFNR Lesson 5.1: Agriscience and the Scientific Method,” which will be posted on Google Classroom under the topic, “Textbook Chapters”.

Thursday, August 20th:

If needed, students will be finishing the worksheet from 8/19, and they will begin working on the “Activity 5.1A: Designing Scientific Experiments in Agriculture,” which will be graded for a lab grade and will need to be put into the student’s composition book once it has been graded.

Friday, August 21st:

If needed, students will be finishing the activity from 8/20, and they will begin working on the “Scientific Method” packet, which will be which will be graded for a lab grade and will need to be put into the student’s composition book once it has been graded. If students do not finish this assignment, they will have Monday, August 24th to complete the assignment.

The class will be testing over the Scientific Method on Tuesday, August 25th.