1. 8th grade Tuning Presentation Aisha dixon
Physical Science
8th grade 
Tuning Presentation
Aisha dixon

2. 9th grade standards
SPS7. Obtain, evaluate, and communicate information to explain transformations and flow of energy within a system.
a. Construct explanations for energy transformations within a system. (Clarification statement: Types of energy to be addressed include chemical, mechanical, electromagnetic, light, sound, thermal, electrical, and nuclear.)
b. Plan and carry out investigations to describe how molecular motion relates to thermal energy changes in terms of conduction, convection, and radiation.
c. Analyze and interpret specific heat data to justify the selection of a material for a practical application (e.g., insulators and cooking vessels).
d. Analyze and interpret data to explain the flow of energy during phase changes using heating/cooling curves.

3. Instructional activities
Engage-Roller Coaster demonstrating Potential vs. Kinetic Energy
Explain-Power point with Guided Notetaking (Graphic Organizer for Potential vs. Kinetic Energy)
 Explore- (Interactive and Physical Lab)
 Elaborate- Completion of Potential vs. Kinetic Energy Lab
 Evaluate- Formal Lab Report, Quiz on Potential vs Kinetic Energy

4. INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Activating Strategy-Roller Coaster video clip
Graphic Organizer - Potential vs. Kinetic Energy
Visual Interactive –Potential vs Kinetic Phet interactive
Study Jams video with questions
Brain Pop video with questions
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5. Forces and Motion: Basics