Mr. Palencia's Class

5 E Model Science Lesson

Indicator: Observe and describe the process of erosion, transportation, and deposition of the earth’s land surface using natural phenomena and models.

Objective: Students will observe and describe the processes of erosion, transportation, and deposition by creating a physical model and presenting it to the class.

Materials:
paint tray (the kind used for a paint roller)
pieces of sod (enough for each group)
potting soil
heavy clay like soil
Rainmaker (paper cup with about ten tiny holes poked in the bottom)
Water

1. Engage:
Take students on a walk outside the school building and ask them to note where the soil is worn away or seems to have collected. Have students take photos, or draw what they are observing.

Objective: Before going on the walk have students explain what they will look for or what are the signs that soil has worn away or built up? ( Suggested answers may include: erosion - puddles, hollowed out areas, areas that dip or are lower that the surrounding area; deposition - mounds of dirt, collection of soil or other materials in a certain spot, etc.)
Upon returning to the classroom make a list of the sites where soil was worn away or collected.

Examples:
end of splash guard by rain spout at entrance to door
path leading to the parking lo tat the bottom of hill/slope
Do you notice anything different about these areas? ( They are just dirt; no grass is growing here.)
What do you think caused these changes? ( Students walking over them; water running through it.)

2. Explore:
Create small teams of students. Construct a model to investigate how these changes may have occurred. Provide materials so the students can construct their own model of a landscape. It should include a piece of sod, fine potting soil, and a heavy clay like soil. Have them use a paint roller tray as the base of the landscape. Do not put any landscape materials in the bottom well; it should remain empty.

Once students have constructed their models have them diagram and label their models and make a prediction as to what will happen if it “rains” on their landscape. (List or sentence on an index card)

One student pours a cup of water all at once into the rainmaker. Hold the rainmaker about 4 inches above the upper end of the landscape and slowly move it back and forth so the water “rains” down on the model landscape. Observe what happens to the landscape. When it is finished raining have the students observe the final effects of the rain on their landscape. Have students go back to their predictions and record what actually happened.

1. Write their observations, compare and contrast between their predictions and what actually happened.

2. Create a Venn Diagram.


3. Explain:
Tell me what some of your prediction were before it rained on your landscape. ( Record on board.)
What actually happened to your landscape when it rained on it? (record so you can make comparisons.)
How is your landscape different after the rain than before it rained on it?
What happened to the soil? Where did it go? Why did this happen?

As students share their ideas and understandings, record key phrases on the board. Some phases that may be valuable to your later discussion may include:

dirt and soil washed away
the soil collected at the bottom of the slope
the water hollowed out the soil
the rain carried the soil down the hill
when the water washed away the soil it formed a hole

Relate their observations to the processes scientists observe over an extended period of time. Use student models to identify and label erosion and deposition. Have students work to create definitions for these terms. When you are sure students have a real understanding of the terms, formulate a final definition and post on board or chart in the classroom for future reference.
Demonstrate the process of transportation and lead students to understand that it is the movement of soil particles from one place to another. Refer to the list generated during the engagement and have students make connections; they should use the new terms to discuss and explain what they saw.

Help them to understand that they just used water to simulate erosion , transportation, and deposition, but it can also be caused by wind, people, animals, etc.

4. Elaborate:
Plan a method to decrease or eliminate erosion.
1. Using the same paint roller tray as the base for their landscape, have the groups of students plan a method to decrease or eliminate erosion. Students should draw a diagram of the model planned and label the materials used in their landscape.
They should write a short explanation explaining why they think this will work to curb erosion. ( Tell students that you will provide the same materials that they used today and they are responsible for supplying the rest of the materials to build their new landscape tomorrow.)
Re teach: Write their observations, compare and contrast between their predictions and what actually happened.

Create a Venn Diagram.

2. Have students use a variety of resources and references to research various landmarks that are the result of these processes (e.g. Grand Canyon, Mississippi River Banks, etc.). You can then lead a class discussion on the topic: Erosion and Deposition - Help or Hindrance?
5.
Evaluation:

1. Have photographs of their observations representing each process and have students identify and explain why they identified it as such.

2. Re teach: Have students take a walk in their own neighborhood tonight to find examples of each process. They should draw and write one sentence telling what they observed.

3. Have students write their own definition and list an example for each process in their science journal

Hello All,

Here is the latest lesson & Student Information Database for my Multi-Media 7/8, Tech App 7/8, Desktop Publishing 7/8 & Adv Web Design 8 classes:

Topic 24 - “College Go Get It” Fireworks Project

1. Go to: SAC’s Career Planning Center - Effective Career Planning
The first step in career planning is career exploration. Explore your opportunities.
http://www.accd.edu/sac/csd/cpc/planning.htm

2. Go to: Facts On File History Online
http://www.fofweb.com
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password: coop

Click on: Ferguson’s Career Guidance Center
Provides detailed profiles of more than 3,300 jobs and 94 industries, invaluable advice on career skills!

Click: Resources / Jobs / Quick Search
Search for your career/job choice & degree required

Click: Resources / School Search
Choose: a State / Select Characteristics / Areas of Study
Click: Search

Copy School Website address & paste into another Webpage

3.Create: a College Theme Fireworks Document 600 x 600, transparent canvas, create layers for background, text, images

Save As: P_1stNameLastInitial_MyCollegePlans Save As: P_1stNameLastInitial_MyCollegePlans

(no larger than 10M with the following information ( Do not use the Words - Who, What, Where When, Why,How):

4. Who: Your 1st name Last Initial, (add your photo)

5. What: What is your career/job choice?

6. Where: Which College/University do you plan to graduate from?

7. When: When will you start and graduate from your College/University degree?

8. Why: Why do you want to become a ______________ (your career/job choice)

9. How: To become a ______________ (your career/job choice) what degree & major will help you get there?

10. Download: College/University logos, emblems, taglines to help create your Fireworks Document

11. Save in: Images Folder

12. View Student Examples:

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http://itls.saisd.net/tateks/projects/rhodes/rpalencia/2006-2007Products/P4/P4Anjelica_Portfolio/Graphics/P4AnjelicaC_college.jpg

http://itls.saisd.net/tateks/projects/rhodes/rpalencia/2006-2007Products/P5/P5StevenD_Portfolio/fireworks/p5_stevendcollegeplans.jpg

13. Due Date Thursday 03.27.08

14. Mr. Palencia will print for the Door Decorating Contest on Friday 03.28.08.

P2 Advanced Web Design Information Database:

Name Career / Job Degree University / College
A. Adam Chemical Engineer AA Industrial, BS Mechanical , MS Chemical
C. arlynn General Surgeon 4 yr BA + 4 yr Medical Doctoral + Intership & Residency UTHSC
C. jason Architect Masters University of Oklahoma
G. jered Surgeon Doctorate Medicine UT Austin
J. Marcelo Doctor Doctorate Medicine Texas A&M
K. Ruben OBGYN Doctor Doctorate Medicine Ohio State
L. Robert Electronic Engineer Electronic Engineer BA UT Austin
M. xavier Video Game Designer Masters in Computer Science Stephen F Austin
M. Esmerilda Architect BA in Architect UT Austin
M. Anthony Real Estate Business Doctoral Rice
R. Crystal Veterinarian Pre - Med & Doctorate in Animal Science Texas A&M
R. Giovanni Aerospace Engineer Doctorate Aerospace MIT
S. Ivett Pscyhiatrist “Masters in Psychiatry
” SAC - UTSA
S. Karla Fire Fighter / EMT EMT Certifcation @ Edison, SAFD Certification @ SAC Associate in Applied Science Degree $!185 SAC Fire Science BA $290 @ mo. MA $310
S. Priscila OBGYN Doctor Medicine Doctorate OLLU - University of Dallas
S. Edward Aircraft Technician BA in Engineering Texas A&M Corpus Christi
T. Alexander Architect Masters rice University
U. Edward Video Game Designer Masters in Communications Media UTSA
V. Mario Computer Programmer Masters in Computer Science UTSA

P3 Desktop Publishing 7 Information Database

Name Career / Job Degree University / College
A, Guillermo Marine Biologist BS in Biology w/Marine Biology Track Texas A & M Corpus Christi
C L, Jalen archaeology BA in archaeology UTSA
C, Katherine Fashion Photographer BA in art studio Sacramento State University
E, Brianna Elementary School Teacher BA in Interdisciplinary Studies W/Teacher Certification UTSA
G, Eric
G, Homero Auto Body Customizing
G, Angelica Criminal lawyer juris doctor (J.D.) degree St Mary’s University
G, Jacob Mathematics Teacher BA in Education Alabama State U
H, Robert
H, Geremy Professional baseball player BA in Kinesiology Alabama State U
J, Travis Professional basketball player BA in Kinesiology UT Austin
L, Marc Chef Bachelor of Professional Studies (B.P.S.) Degree in Culinary Arts Management The Culinary Institute of America
M, Robert Luby’s Manager BA in Management UTSA
M, Rubie Pediatrician Medical Doctorate Texas A & M
M, Rudy Surgeon Medical Doctorate UT Austin
O, Ana Border Patrol Officer BA for Criminal Justice Washington State
R, Bryanna Pharmacist Incarnate Word Univrsity
R, Edward Surgeon
R, Steven Video Game Designer “Bachelor of Science in Game and Simulation Programming
” Devry University
R, Lindsey Marine Biologist BS in Biology w/Marine Biology Track Texas A & M Corpus Christi
T, Roy Truck Driver Apprenticeship in Truck Driving Midland College
T, Carlos Professional Soccer Player BA in Kinesiology St Mary’s University
V, Maria Fashion Photographer BA in Art and Photography Utah Valley State College

P4 Multi Media 7 Information Database

Name Career / Job Degree University / College
A, Ramon aerospace engineering BA in aerospace engineering UTSA
E, Benito Construction Engineer Real Estate Mgt w/minor in Building Construction UTSA
G, Diamond Navy Seal Mechanical Engineering United States Naval Academy - Anapolis, Maryland
G, Desiree Dancer Bachelor of Fine Arts The Juilliard School - Dance Division
G, Angelica Criminal lawyer juris doctor (J.D.) degree St Mary’s University
J, Travis Professional basketball player BA in Kinesiology UT Austin
M, Antonio General Contractor Real Estate Mgt w/minor in Building ConstructionUTSA
M, Rubie Pediatrician Medical Doctorate Texas A & M
M, Rudy Surgeon Medical Doctorate UT Austin
M, David Mechanical engineer MA in Mechanical Engineering UTSA
M, Elva Registered Nurse “Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
” UTHSCSA
O, Juanita Animal Scientist “PHD in Veterinary Medicine
” Texas A&M
P, Jessica Actor&singer BA in Theater Arts Incarnate Word University - UIW
R, Gabriel Chef Bachelor of Professional Studies (B.P.S.) Degree in Culinary Arts Management The Culinary Institute of America, Hyde Park, NY
R, Sonny aerospace engineering Mechanical Engineering Technology Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
R, Ana Exotic Animal Vet PHD in Veterinary Medicine Texas A&M
R, Eileen
S, Jose Professional Basketball Player BA in Kinesiology UTSA
V, Magda Police Officer Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice OLLU
V, Miriam Animal Trainer PHD in Veterinary Medicine Texas A&M

P5 Multi Media 7 Information Database

Name Career / Job Degree University / College

A, Andres Design Engineer Architectural Engineering University of Miami
B, William Game Simulation Programming Game & Simulation Programming Devry
C, Jennifer Web Animator Associate of Applied Science in Multimedia Specialist / BFA in Media Arts & Animation AA @ NorthWest Vista / BFA @The Art Institute
C, Raul Police Officer Criminal Justice OLLU
C L, Jalen Archaeologist BA in Archaeology UTSA
C, Amanda Pediatrician MD Doctorate OLLU
D L F, Priscilla lawyer juris doctor (J.D.) degree St Mary’s University
D, Martin Architect Doctorate Architecture Design MIT
D, Samantha Vet Doctorate Animal Science Texas A&M Corpus Christi
G, Joseph Police Officer Criminal Justice St Mary’s
G, Kristin Graphics Programmer BA in Computer Science Texas Tech
G, Alejandra Fashion Designer BS in Fashion Marketing & Management Berkely College
J, Louis Archtect BS in Interior Design UT Austin
L, Marc Chef Bachelor of Professional Studies (B.P.S.) Degree in Culinary Arts Management The Culinary Institute of America
M, Maritza Lawyer juris doctor (J.D.) degree Everett College W.L.A.
M, Mark video game tester BA in Game & Simulation Programming Devry University
N, Matthew military Air Force Pilot MS in Aviation air force academy
O, Heather Lawyer uris doctor (J.D.) degree Austin College
P, Joyce Radiologist BS in Radiology Texas A&M at Corpus Christi
R, April actress BA in Acting Austin College
R, Johnathan Engineering Technician BA in Engineering Technology Amarillo Colleg
R, Jessica Recreational Therapist BS in Therapeutic Recreation Boston University
R, Jacqueline Psychiatrist MA in Psychology Texas A&M Corpus Christi
R, Mario
R R, Kimberley Anthropologist MA in Applied Anthropology California State U
T, Cassandra Gossip Columnist Journalism w/Concentration in Media Criticism New York University
T, Christopher Guitar Teacher BA in Music St Marys U
Z, Amanda Nature Photographer BA in photojournalism Texas A&M, College Station

P6 Multi Media 7 Information Database

Name Career / Job Degree University / College

A, Kristian artistic photographer BA in Arts & Media c.s.u.n.
A, William architect BA in Architecture north carolina state.
C, Joshua author MA in English new york university
C, Jeff
E, Hilda high school math teacher BA in Interdisciplinary Studies W/Teacher Certification u.t.s.a
G, Isaac pro.football player BA in Kinesiology UT Austin
G, Homero automotive electrician Automotive Technology Certification St Phillips
G, Gabriel special effects tech, BA in Science & Technology s.m.u.
H, Geremy pro. Baseball player BA in Kinesiology alabama state
L, John Computer Engineer Electrical and Computer Engineering UT Austin
M, Mark tech.teacher BA in Instructional Technology W/Teacher Certification u.t.s.a.
M, Ricardo video game engineer BA in Video Game Software u.t. Austin
M, Carolyn portrait photography BA in Photography new york university
M, Nataly Photographer Bachelor of Fine Arts with a major in Digital Photographic Imaging texas state university
O, Valentina Pharmacist / Bartender Doctor of Pharmacy / AA in Bartending Doctorate @ u.i.w. / AA @ Austin Community College
P, Jasmyne nuclear med. Tech. BS in nuclear med. Tech. u.i.w.
P, Juanita firefighter like daddy SAFD Certification @ SAC Associate in Applied Fire Science Degree s.a.c.
R Destiny Marine Biologist MS in Marine Biology/Aquatic Sciences UT Austin
R, Amanda criminal lawyer juris doctor (J.D.) degree saint.marys U
R, Maricarmen pediatrican Doctorate in UTHSCSA
S, Sarah criminal lawyer juris doctor (J.D.) degree saint.marys U
T, Roy truck driver Apprenticeship in Truck Driving midland
V, Nathan police officer BA in criminal justice o.l.l.u.
Z, Abigail fashion designer BA in fashion design The Art institute

P7 Multi Media 7 Information Database

Name Career / Job Degree University / College

A, Lia clinical nurse specialist BS in Science Curriculum RN University of Hawaii
C, Hector Music Video Editor BS Digital Film & Video The Art Institute
C, Esperanza cosmetologist Cosmentology Program Midland College
E, Ashley Math Teacher BA in Education UT Austin
E, Christine Lawyer juris doctor (J.D.) degree St Marys U
F, Julian CIA Agent BA in criminal justice St Marys U
G, Jonathan Music Producer BA in Muisc Barry University
G, Tatiana Pediatrician MD in Medicine UTHSCSA
G, Jacqueline Registered Nurse BS in Science Curriculum RN University of Hawaii
I, Nicole Registered Nurse BS in RN University of Incarnate Word
M, Jose Automotive Technician Automotive Technology Certification St Phillips
M, Amanda Lawyer juris doctor (J.D.) degree St Marys U
M, Breeanna Doctor phd in medicine Cambridge
M, Gustavo Sports & Fitness Trainer BA in Kinesiology UT Austin
R, Sally Song Writer BA in Music UTSA
R, Olivia Pediatrician MD in Medicine Univesity of Miami
R, Teresa Geologist BS in Earth Science St Marys U
S, Jesse Song Writer BA in Music St Marys U
S, Gabriel AutomotiveTechnician Automotive Technology St Phillips
S, Paula Criminal Investigator BA in Criminal Investigations Texas A&M
T, Ralph Doctor MD Doctorate St Johns U
V, Jose Nathan
V, Malerie Fashion Designer BA in Fashion Design American River College
V, Gabriela Lawyer juris doctor (J.D.) degree Stanford University
V, Miguel FBI Agent BA in criminal justiice St Marys U

Have a Safe Spring Break!

Mr. Ray Palencia Jr
Technology Instructor
Rhodes MS

Hello All,

Franklin Delano Roosevelt - “… December seventh, 1941, a date which will live in infamy, the United States of America was suddenly and deliberately attacked by naval and air forces of the Empire of Japan.”

Please share with your students, familes and friends:

National Geographic: Remembering Pearl Harbor–history, maps:
http://plasma.nationalgeographic.com/pearlharbor/

Facts On File History Online
http://www.fofweb.com

login: esc20
password: coop

Home :World War II and the Forties: 1939–1949 :: Pearl Harbor

Britannica Online
http://school.eb.com

login: saisdms
password: saisd

Search: Pearl Harbor

PowerMediaPlus.com
http://www.powermediaplus.com/index.asp

login: saisdstudent055
password: media

Search Entire site: Pearl Harbor

Thanks for all that you do,
Mr. Palencia

Hello All,

An electronic portfolio, also known as an e-portfolio, is a collection of electronic evidence assembled and managed by a student, usually on the Web. In this case, we are talking about Rhodes Middle School Technology Students E-Portfolio Webpage on Rhodes’ Website. E-portfolios are both demonstrations of the student’s abilities and platforms for self-expression that can be maintained dynamically over time.

By clicking on a student’s name you will find their E-portfolio, using Cascade Style Sheets in Dreamweaver, a stylesheet language used to define colors, fonts, layout, and other aspects of web development.

The students first created their own logo based on the meaning of their name and chose their primary and secondary colors in Fireworks to define the theme of their e-portfolio.

Projects created in Fireworks, Flash, moviemaker, imovie and PowerPoint are linked to their perspective pages.

I have introduced the concept of Digital Storytelling to my students. Digital Storytelling is a fantastic way to engage students, teachers and just about anyone else who has ever wanted to be the next Ken Burns or Steven Spielberg. There are many different definitions of “digital storytelling,” but in general, all of them revolve around the idea of combining the longstanding art of telling stories with any of a variety of available multimedia tools, including graphics, audio, video animation, and Web publishing.

Please scroll all the way down to the Digital Storytelling section and listen how Nestor saved his Dad’s Life, or how Kristian’s vacation in Mexico turned out. Go to the GT Showcase Portfolio page, click on: A 7th grade Math - Desktop Publishing project: Archimedes Math Project - A Digital Story Telling Project , that was created in Ms. Tenientes class & my lab at Rhodes M.S.

I will be constantly updating these pages during the year for your enjoyment. I have found that web publishing student e-portfolios encourages the reluctant writer, strengthens their self-confidence, rewards interest and promotes a positive attitude toward learning, creating and is a unique way for them to demonstrate their knowledge.

Thanks for all that you do,
Mr. Ray Palencia Jr.
Rhodes MS Instructor / Web Coordinator

SAISD Connections is here! Rhodes Technology Students will be able to log in to receive class lessons, Intention Outlines, Objectives and links from their Technology Instructors. We are looking forward to giving our students the opportunity to receive this real world experience!