Schenectady City
  School District


108 Education Drive
Schenectady, NY  12303
518.370.8100

 

   The San Diego Zoo

Animals Adaptations
Grade 3/Science

These two programs are scheduled for consecutive days for three third grade classes.

Objective/Focus: 
Students will understand and apply scientific concepts, principles & theories pertaining to the physical setting & living environment as well as recognize the historical development of  ideas in science.


 

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Kathy Myers
1.619.231.1515  Ext. 4139
 

This integration plan was used by a Grade 3 Science Teacher at William B. Tecler Elementary School.

Time Required:
Planning - 4 hours

Pre-Lessons and Activities - 3 hours

Implementation - 6 hours

Post Lessons and Activities - 3 hours

Assessment - 3 hours

Logistical Planning:
Strategies include video-conferencing classes with another school within GASD for practice.  Preparing students for time delay during actual video-conference.  Discussing appropriate dress and behavior during video conference.

Technique and Observations:
Assessment - teacher observation, class participation, projects, student demonstrations, quizzes, homework, and prepared tests.