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District Pacing Guide

M/J COMPREHENSIVE SCIENCE 2, ADVANCED Course Code: 200208001
Pacing Date(s)
Traditional 10 Days 09-27-24 to 10-11-24
Block 5 Days 09-27-24 to 10-11-24
BODY OF KNOWLEDGE: P: Physical Science; N: Nature of Science
TOPIC IV: Electromagnetic Spectrum
SSA Item Specifications
Learning Goals
FL STATE ACADEMIC STANDARD(S) FOR SCIENCE ESSENTIAL CONTENT OBJECTIVES
Big Idea 10: Forms of Energy A. Properties of waves A. Explain the relationship between wavelength
SC.7.P.10.1 Illustrate that the sun's energy arrives as radiation 1. Wavelength and frequency.
with a wide range of wavelengths, including infrared, visible, and 2. Frequency
ultraviolet, and that white light is made up of a spectrum of many Analyze the types of electromagnetic waves
different colors. AA (Cognitive Complexity: Level 1: Recall) and their wavelengths as they transport
energy from the sun to Earth.
Big Idea 1: Practice of Science
SC.7.N.1.3 Distinguish between an experiment (which must B. The Sun’s energy as radiation: B. Compare and/or contrast the variety of types
involve the identification and control of variables) and other Electromagnetic Spectrum of radiation present in radiation from the
forms of scientific investigation and explain that not all scientific 1. Radio Sun.
knowledge is derived from experimentation. Assessed as 2. Infrared
SC.8.N.1.1 (Cognitive Complexity: Level 2: Basic Application of 3. Visible Sequence the different types of waves in the
Skills & Concepts) a.ROY G BIV electromagnetic spectrum based on their
SC.7.N.1.4 Identify test variables (independent variables) and b.White Light wavelength and frequencies.
outcome variables (dependent variables) in an experiment. 4. X-ray
Assessed as SC.8.N.1.1 (Cognitive Complexity: Level 1: Recall) 5. Ultraviolet Compare the characteristics of the
6. Microwaves electromagnetic spectrum.
7. Gamma-rays
Investigate the visible light spectrum and
understand that white light can be refracted
into colors and recombined back into light.
(ROY G BIV)
C. Relationship between wavelength
and frequency within the Investigate how colored shadows combine
electromagnetic spectrum red, blue and green light to make white light.
(Calculations not required)
Identify common uses and/or applications of
CS, ELA (B.E.S.T), and Math (B.E.S.T) – see p. 4-6 Vocabulary electromagnetic waves.

Higher Order Thinking (H.O.T) Questions C. Construct a graph to show the relationship
between the frequency and wavelength of
electromagnetic waves (they are inversely

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FL STATE ACADEMIC STANDARD(S) FOR SCIENCE ESSENTIAL CONTENT OBJECTIVES

related).

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SC.7.P.10.1, SC.7.N.1.4 SC.7.P.10.1 SC.7.P.10.1, SC.7.N.1.3
Properties of Waves Radiation in the Electromagnetic Wavelength and Frequency Relationship
5E Model
Duration: 4 Traditional / 2 Block Spectrum Duration: 4 Traditional / 2 Block
Duration: 4 Traditional / 2 Block
Engage EQ: How are mechanical and electromagnetic waves EQ: Why do some electromagnetic waves have EQ: What is the relationship between the energy,
similar and different? more energy than others? wavelength and frequency of a wave?

Discovery Ed: Properties of Mechanical Waves Discovery Ed: Discovery Ed: Wavelength and Frequency
Properties of Electromagnetic Waves Chalk Talk: Electromagnetic Spectrum
Create a T-chart to compare the wave types Gizmos: Waves Interactive Vocabulary Sheet or
Edpuzzle: What is the Electromagnetic complete in science journal
McGraw-Hill Florida Science Course 2: Spectrum?
Online Animation: 7.2 BrainPOP Waves Quizlet Topic Vocabulary
Explore Gizmos: Waves – Activity A: Measuring Waves Tour of the Electromagnetic Spectrum Gizmos: Waves – Activity B: Wave Dynamics
WebQuest
Gizmos: Longitudinal Waves – Activity A WebQuest Answer key McGraw-Hill Florida Science Course 2:
What are some characteristics of waves? (VL)
Gizmos: Eyes and Vision 1 – Seeing Color
Activity A and B Discovery Ed: Describing Waves Exploration
Discovery Ed: What Are the Characteristics of Floridastudents.org: Solar Radiation McGraw-Hill Florida Science Course 2:
Explain Sound Waves? Components Guided Notes Lesson 7.2 – Pages 324-330
Complete Page 330 Apply It! and Page 332
McGraw-Hill Florida Science Course 2: Lesson 7.1 Show and Talk – Summarize It!
– Pages 308-317 Wave Sources
Useful Waves
Show and Talk – Making Waves
Extend/ Discovery Ed: Getting to Know: Waves article Discovery Ed: Electromagnetic Waves article Edpuzzle: Physics Waves: Frequency &
Elaborate Wavelength
Edpuzzle: Intro to Waves and Variables Discovery Ed: Waves from the Sun
Light waves Floridastudents.org: Not Just Another Science
Experiment Guided Notes
McGraw-Hill Florida Science Course 2: Electromagnetic Spectrum Foldable Forms: Lesson 7.2 Quiz
Evaluate
Complete Page 318 Summarize It!

Forms: Lesson 7.1 Quiz Edpuzzle: Electromagnetic Spectrum

What is Light? Maxwell and the
Electromagnetic Spectrum
Teacher Notes: Setting up for Success in Science contains details on using a variety of technology resources within the Pacing Guides as well as Item Specs.
Teachers must log in CPALMS through SSO (Clever) to use resources. Floridastudents.org Tutorial link and Guided Notes may be assigned together to students.
Duplicate forms or download OneDrive documents into your own files before distributing to students.

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INSTRUCTIONAL TOOLS
Textbook: Florida Science Course 2: Lesson 7.1, 7.2, NH 3-5
Vocabulary: Quizlet Topic Set wave, infrared, light, radiation, sound wave, ultraviolet, wavelength, electromagnetic, amplitude, frequency, experiment,
investigation, model, systematic observations, hypothesis, empirical evidence, test variable (independent variable), outcome variable (dependent
variable)
Technology Integration:
1. SAMR: Students collaborative creation of “Electromagnetic Spectrum Uses and Applications” video and song
2. McGraw-Hill Animation: 7.2 BrainPOP - Waves, Virtual Lab: Amplitude, Wavelength and Frequency
3. GIZMOS: Herschel Experiment Radiation Longitudinal Waves Hearing: Frequency and Volume Earthquake – Determination of Epicenter Photoelectric
Effect Doppler Shift Waves
4. TED-Ed: Light waves, visible and invisible What is color?
5. Other: Examine the sun at different wavelengths NASA: The Electromagnetic Spectrum

Strategies: RAFT Writing Prompts

o ELL: AL (Approaching Level) ESOL Strategy Matrix McGraw Hill Online Reading Essentials
 A2, B2, C13-Vocabulary-Quizlet Topic Set
 D2-Graphic Organizer-Electromagnetic spectrum waves
 E4-Music/Chants/Raps-Electromagnetic Spectrum Song, ROY G. BIV Song,
 C52-Note-taking/Outline Notes-Guided Notes
o Enrichment: BL (Beyond Level)
o SPED: See Access Points

Show and Talk-

 Making waves: Get a cup of water and make waves in different ways. Describe how you were able to make a wave.
 Wave Sources: Describe sources of electromagnetic waves in the room you are in.
 Useful waves: Look around your home. Explain which type of electromagnetic wave you think is most useful to your lifestyle and why.

H.O.T Questions:
 What is the electromagnetic spectrum?
 What do electromagnetic waves all have in common and how are they different?
 How do you know which color of visible light would have the least or the most energy?
 How is radiant energy from different parts of the electromagnetic spectrum being used to learn more about our universe?
 How are electromagnetic waves used in the real world? Provide examples.
Assessment:
Labs:
1. Engaging Phenomena: Electromagnetic Spectrum
2. Hands-On Lab: Solar Energy vs. Color
3. McGraw-Hill Online Lab Manager 7.2: How are wavelength and frequency related?
4. Related Program: Science Fair

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Standard(s): SC.7.P.10.1
Sample Progress Monitoring and Assessment
Scale Learning Progression
Activities
Analyze the types of electromagnetic waves, their
 I am able to analyze the characteristics of waves using the electromagnetic wavelengths and frequencies as they transport energy
from the Sun to Earth
Score/Step 5.0 spectrum.
SC.68.CS-CS.3.3 Integrate information from multiple file
formats into a single artifact.
Using a graphic organizer compare and contrast the
wavelengths and other characteristics of the different
 I am able to predict the characteristics of waves using the electromagnetic types of radiation that comes from the Sun’s energy.
Score/Step 4.0
spectrum.
SC.68.CS-CS.2.4 Organize and display information in a
variety of ways such as number formats (e.g., scientific
notation, percentages, and exponents), charts, tables and
graphs.
 I am able to compare the characteristics of waves using the electromagnetic
Score/Step 3.0 Target Create a foldable that describes each type of radiation
spectrum
(Learning Goal) that is found in energy from the sun.

 I am able to identify some characteristics of the electromagnetic spectrum. Identify each type of radiation that is found in energy from
Score/Step 2.0
the Sun.

 I am able to recognize that light travels in a straight line until it strikes an object or
Score/Step 1.0 travels from one medium to another.

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Standard(s): SC.7.N.1.4
Sample Progress Monitoring and Assessment
Scale Learning Progression
Activities
Analyze the test and outcome variables of experiments
and explain why those variables are considered test and
 I am able to analyze the test and outcome variables of an experiment. outcome variables.
Score/Step 5.0
SC.68.CS-CS.2.11 Predict outputs while showing an
understanding of inputs.
Distinguish between the test and outcome variables in an
investigation of how light travels through various
 I am able to distinguish between test and outcome variables in a given scientific materials (transparent objects-lenses, prisms; translucent
Score/Step 4.0 objects and opaque objects)
experiment.
SC.68.CS-CS.2.11 Predict outputs while showing an
understanding of inputs.

Identify the test and outcome variables in an experiment

which investigates whether the type of liquid affects the
 I am able to identify test and outcome variables in a given scientific experiment. refraction of light.
Score/Step 3.0 Target
(Learning Goal)
SC.68.CS-CS.2.11 Predict outputs while showing an
understanding of inputs.

 I am able to identify variable in a scientific experiment. Identify variables in an experiment that investigates if the
Score/Step 2.0
type of surface affects the reflection of light.

 I am able to recognize variables in a scientific experiment

Score/Step 1.0

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MATHEMATICS (B.E.S.T) ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS (B.E.S.T)
STRAND: MA.K12.MTR – Mathematical Thinking and Reasoning STRAND: ELA.K12.EE – Expectations
CODE STANDARD CODE STANDARD
Actively participate in effortful learning both ELA.K12.EE.1.1 Cite evidence to explain and justify reasoning.
MA.K12.MTR.1.1
individually and collectively. Read and comprehend grade-level complex texts
ELA.K12.EE.2.1
Demonstrate understanding by representing proficiently.
MA.K12.MTR.2.1
problems in multiple ways. ELA.K12.EE.3.1 Make inferences to support comprehension
MA.K12.MTR.3.1 Complete tasks with mathematical fluency. Use appropriate collaborative techniques and active
ELA.K12.EE.4.1 listening skills when engaging in discussions in a
Engage in discussions that reflect on the variety of situations.
MA.K12.MTR.4.1
mathematical thinking of self and others.
Use the accepted rules governing a specific format
Use patterns and structure to help understand and ELA.K12.EE.5.1
MA.K12.MTR.5.1 to create quality work.
connect mathematical concepts.
Use appropriate voice and tone when speaking or
MA.K12.MTR.6.1 Assess the reasonableness of solutions. ELA.K12.EE.6.1
writing.

MA.K12.MTR.7.1 Apply mathematics to real-world contexts.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT

CLUSTER: Language of Science
CODE STANDARD
ELD.K12.ELL.SC.1 English language learners communicate information, ideas and concepts necessary for academic success in the content area of Science.
CLUSTER: Language of Social and Instructional Purposes
CODE STANDARD
ELD.K12.ELL.SI.1 English language learners communicate for social and instructional purposes within the school setting.

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Illustrate that the sun’s energy arrives as radiation with a wide range of wavelengths, including infrared, visible, and ultraviolet, and
Standard: SC.7.P.10.1
that white light is made up of a spectrum of many different colors. . AA (Cognitive Complexity: Level 1: Recall)

Types of Waves
Frequency
Characteristics of a wave
The Electromagnetic Spectrum
The Nature of Waves
Light Energy
The Electromagnetic Spectrum: Microwaves
Video Light and Color
The Electromagnetic Spectrum: Infrared
Light
The Electromagnetic Spectrum: Ultraviolet
Visible Light
The Electromagnetic Spectrum: X-Rays and Gamma Rays
The Electromagnetic Spectrum: Visible Light, how is it produced?
Waves, electromagnetic types Electromagnetic Spectrum
Image

Exploration Catch a Wave

Virtual Lab How Does Your Garden Grow?

energy frequency
infrared experiment
light investigation
Interactive
radiation model
Glossary
ultraviolet observation
wavelength replication
variable

Article Electromagnetic Radiation

Reading Beyond the Visible

Passage Bright Ideas
Science
Content Nature of Light Solar and Wind Energy
Collection

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