Pearson Interactive Science

1 A Correlation of Pearson Interactive Science 2011 To the Next Generation Science Standards May, 2013 Grades 6-8 Dear Educator, As we embark upon a new and exciting Science journey, Pearson is committed to offering its complete support as classrooms transition to the new Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). Ready-to-use solutions for today and a forward-thinking plan for tomorrow connect teacher education and development, curriculum content and instruction, assessment, and information and school design and improvement.

2 We ll be here every step of the way to provide the easiest possible transition to the NGSS with a coherent, phased approach to implementation. Pearson has long-standing relationships with contributors and authors who have been involved with the development and review of the Next Generation Science Frameworks and subsequent Next Generation Science Standards. As such, the spirit and pedagogical approach of the NGSS initiative is embedded in all of our programs, such as Interactive Science . The planning and development of Pearson s Interactive Science was informed by the same foundational research as the NGSS Framework.

3 Specifically, our development teams used Project 2061, the National Science Education Standards (1996) developed by the National Research Council, as well as the Science Anchors Project 2009 developed by the National Science Teachers Association to inform the development of this program. As a result, students make connections throughout the program to concepts that cross disciplines, practice Science and engineering skills, and build on their foundational knowledge of key Science ideas. Interactive Science is a middle school Science program composed of twelve student modules spanning life, earth , physical, and nature topics that makes learning personal, engaging, and relevant for today s student.

4 Interactive Science features an innovative Write-in Student Edition that enables students to become active participants in their learning and truly connect the Big Ideas of Science to their world. Interactive Science Modules Science and Technology Human Body Systems earth s Structure Ecology and the Environment Introduction to Chemistry earth s Surface Cells and Heredity Forces and Energy Water and the Atmosphere The Diversity of Life Sound and Light Astronomy and Space Science The following document demonstrates how Interactive Science , 2011, Grades 6-8, supports the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS).

5 Correlation references are to the Student Editions, Teacher Editions, and Teacher Lab Resources, as well as to the following ancillary books: Chapter Activities and Projects, Scenario-Based Investigations, and STEM Activity Book. A Correlation of Pearson Interactive Science , 12 Module Series, 2011 to the Next Generation Science Standards May, 2013 Grades 6-8 SE = Student Edition; TE = Teacher s Edition; TLR = Teacher s Lab Resource 3 Table of Contents Physical 4 Life Science .. 44 earth and Space Science .

6 77 Engineering, Technology, and Applications of Science ..123 A Correlation of Pearson Interactive Science , 12 Module Series, 2011 to the Next Generation Science Standards May, 2013 Grades 6-8 SE = Student Edition; TE = Teacher s Edition; TLR = Teacher s Lab Resource 4 and Properties of Matter MS-PS1-1 Students who demonstrate understanding can: Develop models to describe the atomic composition of simple molecules and extended structures. [Clarification Statement: Emphasis is on developing models of molecules that vary in complexity.]

7 Examples of simple molecules could include ammonia and methanol. Examples of extended structures could include sodium chloride or diamonds. Examples of molecular-level models could include drawings, 3D ball and stick structures or computer representations showing different molecules with different types of atoms.] [Assessment Boundary: Assessment does not include valence electrons and bonding energy, discussing the ionic nature of subunits of complex structures, or a complete depiction of all individual atoms in a complex molecule or extended structure.

8 ] Interactive Science : Diagrams describing the atomic composition of methane molecules, oxygen molecules, carbon dioxide molecules, and water molecules are shown in Figure 5: Conservation of Mass on SE/TE page 25 of the Introduction to Chemistry module. An overview of the concepts of atoms and molecules is included on page 10 in Chapter 1, Lesson 2, Classifying Matter. Models showing the atomic structure of water molecules in different phases are shown in Figure 1: Melting on SE/TE page 49. The use of chemical symbols and chemical formulas as a way to model compounds is described in the section How Are the Formulas and Names of Ionic Compounds Written?

9 On SE/TE pages 134 135. Models describing the atomic composition of water and sodium chloride are included in Figure 6: A Sea of Bonding on SE/TE pages 144 145. A model describing the extended atomic structure of DNA is shown in Figure 1: DNA on SE/TE page 97 of the Introduction to Chemistry module. The structure of DNA is also described in Chapter 4, Lesson 1, The Genetic Code on SE/TE pages 108-113 of the Cells and Heredity module. Models of DNA, mRNA, and proteins are described in Figure 2: Protein Synthesis on SE/TE pages 116 117.

10 Students interpret diagrams showing the atomic composition of simple molecules in Figure 1: Atoms and Molecules on SE/TE page 10 of the Introduction to Chemistry module. Students make models to illustrate chemical reactions involving simple molecules in Differentiated Instruction: Jellybean Reaction on TE page 25. Students use chemical formulas to develop models of simple molecules in the Apply It! on SE/TE page 135. Students use stick-and-ball building kits to develop models of simple molecules in Differentiated Instruction: Visualizing Molecules on TE page 145.