Sigma Science
What should you do when the teacher is talking or a classmate is talking/sharing an answer?
Answers vary - listen, pay attention, don't talk
What should I do when I'm smelling something in science class?
Waft it!
If we took notes one day when on of your table mates were absent, what should you do?
Help them get any handouts and share your notes with them.
Which of these three things is not living.
Virus, Fungi, Bacteria
Can I have gum in school?
No
Where should I be when the bell rings?
In my seat, working on the warm up - it will tell you on the screen what to start with (reading, analysis questions from the day before, etc.)
Who should be walking around during a science lab?
The Material Manager only
How do you know your role during a lab?
Look to see what your dot color is supposed to do, or discuss who is doing what with your group.
Which virus is 100% deadly if not treated?
Rabies
Should I raise my hand or go up to the teacher and ask to use the bathroom while the teacher is instructing?
No. Please wait until instruction is over or you are working with in a group.
What should I have out for class?
Check the screen - usually a pencil, your notebook, and the textbook.
What is the name of the system that all measurements should be made using in Science?
Metric System
What should you do if you get to class before your table mates?
Get their notebooks or any handouts you're going to need.
What is something you remember about the Chemistry of Materials unit?
Answers will vary
If I missed class, where should I find out what I missed?
Look on Canvas, as a table mate for notes, or ask the teacher.
Why should I keep an organized notebook?
You get to use your notes on all assessments.
That red stuff in the beaker looks delicious. Should I taste it? Why or Why not?
No!!!! You have no idea what it could be!
What should I do if I don't like my table group?
Try to learn about them, it's only a month, it's only a 45 minute class, practice patience, stay positive.
How many atoms are in one molecule of H2O?
3
Can I make up an assessment that I did poorly on?
No, with standards-based grading you will have three opportunities to show your knowledge in that standard.
When can I use the restroom?
After the first 10 minutes or before the last 10 minutes of class.
Name some rules that should never be broken during science.
Answers Vary - No running in the classroom. No horseplay. Keep your hands to yourself. Don't wear loose clothing during labs. Tie hair back. No eating or drinking during labs.
EVERYONE PARTICIPATES!!! Each table group needs to find out one new thing about everyone in their group. Picker wheel will decide who gets these points.
TBD...
If a substance has a mass of 20g and a volume of 5cm^3, what is it's density?
4 g/cm^3
ALL TABLE GROUPS come up with a caption for this picture
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TBD...