ON--Locally Developed Compulsory Credit Courses | Adopted: 2005
This correlation lists the recommended Gizmos for this province's curriculum standards. Click any Gizmo title below for more information.
SIMV: : Scientific Inquiry: Science in Media
SIMV.01: : explain how science-related information is presented in print and electronic media for different purposes and audiences;
1.1.1: : Understanding Basic Concepts
SIM1.01: : identify the ways in which scientific information is conveyed (e.g., product labels; graphic text in billboards, newspapers, instructions; graphs and tables in magazines, TV, posters; visual images in print and electronic media; vocabulary and dialogue in radio advertising or movies);
Electromagnetic Induction
Explore how a changing magnetic field can induce an electric current. A magnet can be moved up or down at a constant velocity below a loop of wire, or the loop of wire may be dragged in any direction or rotated. The magnetic and electric fields can be displayed, as well as the magnetic flux and the current in the wire.
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Use a variety of real-world lab tests to analyze common food samples in order to determine if the food is a carbohydrate, a protein, or a lipid. Tests that can be performed include: Benedict, Lugol, Biuret, and Sudan Red.
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SIMV.02: : investigate science-related information presented in print and electronic media using appropriate research and reporting skills;
1.2.1: : Developing Skills of Inquiry and Communication
SIM2.04: : organize and communicate information collected from lab investigations and information research using graphic organizers.
Diffusion
Explore the motion of particles as they bounce around from one side of a room to the other through an adjustable gap or partition. The mass of the particles can be adjusted, as well as the temperature of the room and the initial number of particles. In a real-world context, this can be used to learn about how odors travel, fluids move through gaps, the thermodynamics of gases, and statistical probability.
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SIMV.03: : evaluate claims and presentations of science-related information in media.
1.3.1: : Relating Science to Technology, Society, and the Environment
SIM3.03: : evaluate the investigation and suggest improvements (e.g., present and defend their findings);
Diffusion
Explore the motion of particles as they bounce around from one side of a room to the other through an adjustable gap or partition. The mass of the particles can be adjusted, as well as the temperature of the room and the initial number of particles. In a real-world context, this can be used to learn about how odors travel, fluids move through gaps, the thermodynamics of gases, and statistical probability.
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Find the effect of length, mass, and angle on the period of a pendulum. The pendulum is attached to a clock that can be adjusted to tell time accurately. The clock can be located on Earth or Jupiter to determine the effect of gravity.
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CIMV: : Chemistry: Interactions of Common Materials
CIMV.01: : understand how chemicals in common household and workplace materials interact;
2.1.1: : Understanding Basic Concepts
CIM1.03: : distinguish between chemical reactions (e.g., burning paper, reacting metals with acids) and physical processes (e.g., crumpling paper, making and diluting solutions), using appropriate scientific terminology (e.g., reactants, products, change of state, concentration, solute, solvent);
Chemical Changes
Chemical changes result in the formation of new substances. But how can you tell if a chemical change has occurred? Explore this question by observing and measuring a variety of chemical reactions. Along the way you will learn about chemical equations, acids and bases, exothermic and endothermic reactions, and conservation of matter.
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CIM1.04: : identify the factors that alter the rate of physical processes and chemical reactions (e.g., temperature, surface area, concentration, presence of a catalyst/inhibitor).
Collision Theory
Observe a chemical reaction with and without a catalyst. Determine the effects of concentration, temperature, surface area, and catalysts on reaction rates. Reactant and product concentrations through time are recorded, and the speed of the simulation can be adjusted by the user.
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CIMV.02: : investigate the types and rates of interactions between commonly used materials through laboratory activities;
2.2.1: : Developing Skills of Inquiry and Communication
CIM2.02: : conduct experiments to investigate how materials can interact chemically (e.g., combine steel wool with oxygen, neutralize an acid with a base, combine copper chloride and aluminum foil);
Chemical Changes
Chemical changes result in the formation of new substances. But how can you tell if a chemical change has occurred? Explore this question by observing and measuring a variety of chemical reactions. Along the way you will learn about chemical equations, acids and bases, exothermic and endothermic reactions, and conservation of matter.
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Observe how reactants and products interact in reversible reactions. The initial amount of each substance can be manipulated, as well as the pressure on the chamber. The amounts, concentrations, and partial pressures of each reactant and product can be tracked over time as the reaction proceeds toward equilibrium.
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CIM2.03: : conduct experiments to investigate how materials can interact physically (e.g., calculate amounts needed for solutions, prepare and dilute solutions, prepare gels, foams, evaporate alcohol and water);
Solubility and Temperature
Add varying amounts of a chemical to a beaker of water to create a solution, observe that the chemical dissolves in the water at first, and then measure the concentration of the solution at the saturation point. Either potassium nitrate or sodium chloride can be added to the water, and the temperature of the water can be adjusted.
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CIM2.04: : conduct experiments to determine the factors affecting rates of chemical reactions and physical processes (e.g., temperature, surface area, concentration, presence of a catalyst/inhibitor);
Collision Theory
Observe a chemical reaction with and without a catalyst. Determine the effects of concentration, temperature, surface area, and catalysts on reaction rates. Reactant and product concentrations through time are recorded, and the speed of the simulation can be adjusted by the user.
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BLTV.01: : explain the strategies that organisms use for successful coexistence in populations and communities;
3.1.1: : Understanding Basic Concepts
BLT1.04: : use appropriate scientific terminology related to concepts of organisms living together (e.g., species, population, community, colony, biodiversity).
Coral Reefs 1 - Abiotic Factors
Explore the abiotic factors that affect Caribbean coral reefs. Many factors can be manipulated in this simplified reef model, including ocean temperature and pH, storm severity, and input of excess sediments and nutrients from logging, sewage, and agriculture. Click "Advance year" to see how the reef responds to these changes.
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In this ecosystem consisting of hawks, snakes, rabbits and grass, the population of each species can be studied as part of a food chain. Disease can be introduced for any species, and the number of animals can be increased or decreased at any time, just like in the real world.
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BLTV.02: : investigate, using appropriate laboratory and research skills, the implications of organisms existing in communities;
3.2.1: : Developing Skills of Inquiry and Communication
BLT2.05: : use a variety of research strategies to determine the roles of specific organisms within a community (e.g., different roles found in bee communities, in lion prides, schools of fish, migrating birds);
Food Chain
In this ecosystem consisting of hawks, snakes, rabbits and grass, the population of each species can be studied as part of a food chain. Disease can be introduced for any species, and the number of animals can be increased or decreased at any time, just like in the real world.
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BLT2.06: : explain and interpret observations by summarizing patterns obtained from graphing data, organizing information, and communicating orally and in writing.
Food Chain
In this ecosystem consisting of hawks, snakes, rabbits and grass, the population of each species can be studied as part of a food chain. Disease can be introduced for any species, and the number of animals can be increased or decreased at any time, just like in the real world.
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PEEV.01: : explain the generation, measurement, and conversion of electricity;
4.1.1: : Understanding Basic Concept
PEE1.02: : define and describe electrical concepts (e.g., amps, volts, current, potential difference, energy and power) and their units (e.g., kWh, joules, watts);
Electromagnetic Induction
Explore how a changing magnetic field can induce an electric current. A magnet can be moved up or down at a constant velocity below a loop of wire, or the loop of wire may be dragged in any direction or rotated. The magnetic and electric fields can be displayed, as well as the magnetic flux and the current in the wire.
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PEEV.02: : investigate the factors that affect the generation and use of electricity;
4.2.1: : Developing Skills of Inquiry and Communication
PEE2.05: : communicate information using appropriate formats for specific purposes and audiences (e.g., orally explain the electrical device, use a table or chart for measurement, create a diagram for design)
Electromagnetic Induction
Explore how a changing magnetic field can induce an electric current. A magnet can be moved up or down at a constant velocity below a loop of wire, or the loop of wire may be dragged in any direction or rotated. The magnetic and electric fields can be displayed, as well as the magnetic flux and the current in the wire.
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Students assume the role of a scientist trying to solve a real world problem. They use scientific practices to collect and analyze data, and form and test a hypothesis as they solve the problems.
