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Beat the Heat Unit PlanBeat the Heat Unit Plan
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Intel
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6th - 8th
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Science
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Duration
21 days
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Collaborative Learning
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2014
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Beat the Heat

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Explore greenhouse effect and climate change through a 15-day unit. Scholars learn about these STEM concepts by researching, conducting surveys, experimenting, and collaborating with experts in the field. They frequently communicate their ideas through online collaboration tools — a great skill in today's digital age.

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Concepts

climate change, climates, global warming, global environment, the greenhouse effect

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science

Instructional Ideas

  • Prior to the lesson, use an activity such as a KWL chart to assess prior knowledge

Classroom Considerations

  • Project includes a wiki and blog for communication throughout the unit
  • Unit calls for interaction with experts in the field

Pros

  • Includes suggestions for differentiation for low, high, and ELL pupils
  • Provides resources for an entire unit on climate change

Cons

  • None

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