Floresville ISD LoTi Lesson Plan

 

Character Ed-- How hard is your head. Plastics in Safety  
 

 

 

Lesson Information
Title of Lesson Character Ed-- How hard is your head. Plastics in Safety
Grade Levels 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Subject Science
Course No course information associated with this lesson.
Authors and Contributors

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Lesson Submission Date 4/11/2007 7:09:30 PM
Lesson Approval Date 4/24/2007 10:13:00 AM


 

Learning Objectives
TEKS /
Student Expectations 		(3) Scientific processes. The student uses critical thinking and scientific problem solving to make informed decisions. The student is expected to: (A) analyze, review, and critique scientific explanations, including hypotheses and theories, as to their strengths and weaknesses using scientific evidence and information; (B) make responsible choices in selecting everyday products and services using scientific information; (C) evaluate the impact of research on scientific thought, society, and the environment; (8) Science concepts. The student knows how atoms form bonds to acquire a stable arrangement of electrons. The student is expected to: (C) compare the arrangement of atoms in molecules, ionic crystals, polymers, and metallic substances; and (D) describe the influence of intermolecular forces on the physical and chemical properties of covalent compounds. IPC (4) Science concepts. The student knows concepts of force and motion evident in everyday life. The student is expected to: (A) calculate speed, momentum, acceleration, work, and power in systems such as in the human body, moving toys, and machines; (B) investigate and describe applications of Newton's laws such as in vehicle restraints, sports activities, geological processes, and satellite orbits; (C) analyze the effects caused by changing force or distance in simple machines as demonstrated in household devices, the human body, and vehicles; and (D) investigate and demonstrate mechanical advantage and efficiency of various machines such as levers, motors, wheels and axles, pulleys, and ramps. Physics 4) Science concepts. The student knows the laws governing motion. The student is expected to: (A) generate and interpret graphs describing motion including the use of real-time technology; (B) analyze examples of uniform and accelerated motion including linear, projectile, and circular; (C) demonstrate the effects of forces on the motion of objects; (D) develop and interpret a free-body diagram for force analysis; and (E) identify and describe motion relative to different frames of reference.
Targeted TAKS /
Department Objectives 		Objective 1 Nature of Science Objective 4 Structure and properties of Matter Objective 5: Motion, Forces, and Energy

 

Lesson Overview

A brief summary of the lesson and the expected outcomes.
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Engaging Questions

The task asks students to show their "know how" on something important and challenging, not just their knowledge.

Engaging /
Essential Questions 		Is plastic one of the great inventions of the 20th Century and if so how has it impacted our way of life? What are plastic used for in the everyday world? How do the properties of the plastic determine the applications it can be used for? What are the problems caused by the use of plastics in our everyday world? How does a safety helmet work? What properties of plastics would be of important to making a bicycle safety helmet? What are the responsibilities’ of the designer/engineer to the consumer of a safety product? How important is truthfulness in presenting the evidence to support and or sale your product? What enables a public service announcement to treat the audience with respect?

 

Authentic Learning

The task reflects what people might actually do in the real-world; including real life issues, themes, and problems.

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Related Character Pillars

 

High Level Thinking Processes

The task requires complex-thinking skills (critical/creative thinking, decision making, problem solving)
Bloom's Taxonomy

Knowledge , Analysis , Synthesis , Evaluation  
Description Knowledge: Students in small groups will conduct a search to determine the origins of plastics and the growth of the chemical industry from the 19th to the 20th century and identify the origins of it. They will share this with the class through the development of a brochure "Plastic from the Past to the Future". Analysis: The students will determine the physical and chemical properties of plastics from experimental observation and references. Application: The students will then identify plastics by their properties and place them in the correct group. Synthesis: The students in samll groups will develop a design and mark up of a bicycle safety helmet. The students design for their helmet must include their choice and use of materials, cost of production, plans and mark-up. They will then develop a public service announcement (PSA) on the importance of hearing a safety helmet for younger children which will be video taped and evaluated for honesty in communication and then distributed to the lower campuses. Evaluation: The student design for their helmet will be evaluated on their choice and use of materials, cost of production (cost of dealing with them versus the income generated, plans and mark-up. By the other groups and superviser. . Their PSA will be compared and rated on the ways of dealing with honesty in communications. By the other groups and superviser and the best will be selected to be shown to the elementary students. CHARACTER: The character component is located in the PSA. Trustworthiness: Honesty in communications is expressing the truth as best we know it and not conveying it in a way likely to mislead or deceive. There are three dimensions: Truthfulness. Truthfulness is presenting the facts to the best of our knowledge. Intent is the crucial distinction between truthfulness and truth itself. Being wrong is not the same thing as lying, although honest mistakes can still damage trust insofar as they may show sloppy judgment. Sincerity. Sincerity is genuineness, being without trickery or duplicity. It precludes all acts, including half-truths, out-of-context statements, and even silence, that are intended to create beliefs or leave impressions that are untrue or misleading. Candor. In relationships involving legitimate expectations of trust, honesty may also require candor, forthrightness and frankness, imposing the obligation to volunteer information that another person needs to know.

 

Differentiated Instruction

Instruction is tailored to the learning readiness, cultural background, interests, talents, and learning profiles of the students.

Differentiation Activities Tiered Instruction , Graphic Organizers ,
Description The guiding questions which will be used with this set of products and activities will be adjusted to deal with the levels of understanding of learners by simplification of outcomes and or tasks and helping them to break the tasks down into simpler tasks or parts to accomplish. Flowcharts will be used by the students to organize and illustrate the design process and generate cost of prototype and production.

 

Technology Applications

Technology (computers, handhelds, software applications, Internet) is used in a seamless fashion to promote student learning.

Technology Applications The students will make use of computer applications of word processing, word draw etc. Lab Probeware Video production equipment.
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Assessment
Assessments

The studentsmall group background research brochure will be evaluated for accuracy and clear presentation of information in an organized fashion by the student groups and superviser using the rubric below. Rubric: Making A Brochure : Plastic from the Past to the Future http://rubistar.4teachers.org/index.php?screen=ShowRubric&module=Rubistar&rubric_id=1384951& The student lab reports will be evaluated on clear and accurate observation and comparison in identifying the chemical and physical properties of plastic types. Rubric attached: Floresville High School Lab Rubric The student lab performance task will be evaluated on the accuracy in which the students identify their unknown plastic samples. This task will be assessed on the percentage of correct materials identified. The students in small gruops will develop a design and mark up of a bicycle safety helmet. The students design for their helmet must include their choice and use of materials, cost of production, plans and mark-up. They will then develop a public service announcement (PSA) on the importance of hearing a safety helmet for younger children which will be video taped. Both produces will be evaluated by the student groups and the superviser using the rubric below. Rubric: Building A Structure: Plastic in the Community "Safety Helmet" http://rubistar.4teachers.org/index.php?screen=ShowRubric&rubric_id=1385514& Rubric: Public Awareness Campaign : Public Awareness Campaign : Plastic in the Community "Helmet Safety" http://rubistar.4teachers.org/index.php?screen=ShowRubric&rubric_id=1385488&  
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Concepts/TopicsApplication of Covalent bonding in molecules and how that affects their chemical and physical properties in nature. The effects of scientific research and applications on society. The effects of energy on chemical reactions and processes The student uses critical thinking and scientific problem solving to make informed decisions. CHARACTER: Trustworthiness: Honesty in communications is expressing the truth as best we know it and not conveying it in a way likely to mislead or deceive. There are three dimensions: Truthfulness. Truthfulness is presenting the facts to the best of our knowledge. Intent is the crucial distinction between truthfulness and truth itself. Being wrong is not the same thing as lying, although honest mistakes can still damage trust insofar as they may show sloppy judgment. Sincerity. Sincerity is genuineness, being without trickery or duplicity. It precludes all acts, including half-truths, out-of-context statements, and even silence, that are intended to create beliefs or leave impressions that are untrue or misleading. Candor. In relationships involving legitimate expectations of trust, honesty may also require candor, forthrightness and frankness, imposing the obligation to volunteer information that another person needs to know.

EBAMStudents in small groups will research the historical and present levels of development of plastics and generate a Brochure to share with other classes. Rubric will be shared with students. Students will do the following labs: Plastic Analysis Lab Chemical characteristic of structure of polymers Industrial Test of materials The students in small gruops will develop a design and mark up of a bicycle safety helmet. The students design for their helmet must include their choice and use of materials, cost of production, plans and mark-up. They will then develop a public service announcement (PSA) on the importance of hearing a safety helmet for younger children which will be video taped. Both produces will be evaluated by the student groups and the superviser using a rubric for each product. The memo below will be used to start the process. Tiger Industries “Where innovation happens” 1000 Tenth Street Floresville Texas, 78114 Memo: From: Director of Research and Design To: All Design Team Members Subject: New Client Request for Design and Mock up of Bicycle Safety Helmet WhamCo, a subsidiary of FBN Industries, has requested our firm to develop a new concept bicycle safety helmet which is made from recycled plastic. The client would like a full scale mock-up with complete design drawings, cost estimate per unit of production. They would also like a Public Service Announcement on bicycle safety featuring the mock-up of 90 seconds in length. The production time table will be provided at our next department meeting. Mr. Steele Director of Research and Design See attachment for Performance evaluation (attachment is rubric for task)

Performance TaskThe students in small gruops will develop a design and mark up of a bicycle safety helmet. The students design for their helmet must include their choice and use of materials, cost of production, plans and mark-up. They will then develop a public service announcement (PSA) on the importance of hearing a safety helmet for younger children which will be video taped. Both produces will be evaluated by the student groups and the superviser using a rubric for each product. The memo below will be used to start the process. Tiger Industries “Where innovation happens” 1000 Tenth Street Floresville Texas, 78114 Memo: From: Director of Research and Design To: All Design Team Members Subject: New Client Request for Design and Mock up of Bicycle Safety Helmet WhamCo, a subsidiary of FBN Industries, has requested our firm to develop a new concept bicycle safety helmet which is made from recycled plastic. The client would like a full scale mock-up with complete design drawings, cost estimate per unit of production. They would also like a Public Service Announcement on bicycle safety featuring the mock-up of 90 seconds in length. The production time table will be provided at our next department meeting. Mr. Steele Director of Research and Design See attachment for Performance evaluation (attachment is rubric for task)

ResourcesThe Chemical Heritage Foundation American Plastic Council Hands on Plastics Textbook: Chemisrty in the Community Teacher materials