Description for Models and Designs

Models and Designs

Grade 5

Full Option Science System (FOSS)

FOSS Web

Narrative Summary:

The four activities in the Models and Designs Module provide students with experiences that develop the concept of a scientific model and engage them in the processes of design and construction.  The atmosphere generated by this module is one of open discussion, free exchange of ideas, and the development of ideas into products.

Models and Designs Module Matrix:

Check out the 2006 "Unit Designs" -
a correlation to RI GSE's using the Understanding by Design format

Storyline

Unit Design

Assessment Tasks

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