Climate Change Curriculum Connections
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SCIENCE 7 |
Life Science (Ecology) |
- describe all organisms in terms of their roles as part
of interconnected food webs
- describe ways in which species
interact with each other
- compare and contrast the major
biogeoclimatic zones of B.C.
- determine the limiting factors
for local ecosystems
- outline the stages of recovery of
a damaged local ecosystem
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Life
Science (Body Systems - Reproduction, Growth, and Change) |
- describe the growth and changes in the development
of an organism
- outline factors that influence the length
and quality of life
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Physical Science (Environmental Chemistry) |
- identify chemical reactions that are important
in the environment
- assess the impact of chemical pollution
on a local environment
- collect, analyze, and interpret
data on environmental quality
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Physical Science (Energy Sources and Options) |
- describe different sources of energy that can
be harnessed to produce electrical energy
- evaluate energy
options available for particular purposes in the community
- describe
how electrical energy can be transformed into other forms of
energy
- describe
how scientific developments have influenced energy use through
the ages
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MATHEMATICS 7 |
Statistics and Probability (Data Analysis) |
- formulate questions that explore
whether or not a relationship exists in a real-world context
- select
and justify appropriate methods of collecting data (designing
and using questionnaires, interviews,
experiments, research)
- display
data by hand or by computer in a variety of ways, including circle
graphs
- read and interpret graphs that are provided
- determine
measures of central tendency for a set of data:
- mode
- median
- mean
- determine
measures of the distribution of a set of data:
- range
- extremes,
gaps, and clusters
- quartiles
- interpolate from
data to make predictions
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FINE ARTS
DRAMA 7 |
Exploration and Imagination |
- select a means of communication
to express ideas and emotions in dramatic work
- demonstrate
leadership and responsibility within the group
- establish criteria
to critique a dramatic work
- demonstrate respect for the
perspectives of self and others
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VISUAL ARTS 7 |
Image-Development and Design Strategies
(Creating/Communicating) |
- make 2-D and 3-D images:
- using
a variety of sources
- using a variety of image-development
strategies, including juxtaposition and metamorphosis
- using
design strategies from a variety of styles
- for specific
purposes
- that solve complex design problems, considering
form and function
- that engage more than one of the senses
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS 7 |
Comprehend and Respond (Critical Analysis) |
- express agreement or disagreement
with information
- demonstrate a willingness to explore the
differences among various media presentations of the same event
or topic
- explain how works of communication relate to the broader
context of community and world issues
- identify viewpoints,
opinions, stereotypes, and propaganda in literary, informational,
and mass media communications
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Communicate Ideas and Information (Composing
and Creating) |
- summarize what they know about
specific topics or issues and identify and address gaps in the
information available
- locate, gather, and select information for specific
purposes from a variety of human, print, and electronic sources
- select
a means of organizing information and ideas that is appropriate
for their purpose and audience
- use expository and persuasive styles
to shape and structure language in stories, character sketches,
posters, and other forms of communication
- formulate relevant questions
on communication topics for familiar audiences and purposes
- describe
and use strategies for generating and shaping ideas
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Communicate Ideas and Information (Presenting
and Valuing) |
- demonstrate pride and satisfaction
in using language to create and express their thoughts, ideas,
and feelings through a variety of oral, written, and electronic
forms
- create
a variety of personal and informational communications, including
fiction and non-fiction; written summaries, instructions, and
reports; oral and visual presentations; oral and written opinions;
poems;
or lyrics
- apply the rules and conventions of formal presentations,
including speeches, news reporting, and dramatic monologues
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Self and Society (Personal Awareness) |
- form opinions and modify viewpoints
to gain further understanding of self
- demonstrate confidence
in their abilities to communicate effectively in various situations
- create
a variety of written and oral communications to record their
views, opinions, values, and beliefs
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