Introduction
Hello Scientists!
WONDER: What evidence can be used to prove the scientific theory of evolution??
This is the question that you and your classmates will investigate in your role as student scientists.
Task
You will be able to explain the evidences of evolution.
Process
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Explore the virtual simulation . . .
https://www.nationalgeographic.org/interactive/super-fossil-finder/
- Why are most fossils found in sedimentary rock?
-Why is it unlikely for fossils to be found in metamorphic rock?
- Elaborate on what you explored during the activity. Minimum of 3 complete sentences.
2. Watch the video . . .
- What is evolution powered by?
- Provide examples of independent lines of evidence.
- Write a summary of the video. Minimum of 4 complete sentences.
3. Investigate the presentation to learn more evolution ! ! !
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1N-aT9tEOrhzB0XbWatSp4y8TzU9phqJC1gMKmuaNtwQ/edit?usp=sharing
- Fossils are ___________ of actual remains or impressions of past living organisms.
- The lowest strata, or layer, in a cross section of Earth is the __________ while the top stratum is the most __________ .
- Biogeography: Divergent Evolution
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After the supercontinent Pangaea separated, similar species diverged due to ____________________________ ______________________________.
- Biogeography: Convergent Evolution
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unrelated species from different regions around the world converge or begin to look alike when found in ___________________________ __________________________________
Evaluation
Scientists...
Let's see what you have learned ! ! !
Click on the link to be sent to your evaluation exam . . .
GOOD LUCK ! ! !
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HXSFc-McHjd7A9j1bS9cKww9i93WEATFhUbR6xSGeMI/edit?usp=sharing
Conclusion
Well Done Scientists ! ! !
You have shown that you understand that evidence can be used to prove the scientific theory of evolution . . .
You have a task to do ! ! !
- You will create your own evolution comic strip. Click on the link to view some examples. https://www.cartoonstock.com/directory/e/evolution.asp
- You will record or provide an image of yourself with the project.
- You will then write a one page reflection on your experience with the project.
Introduce your project.
What did you learn?
Be creative with your poster!
Explain why it shows evidence of evolution.
Credits
Teacher Page
Standard:
MS-LS4-1. Analyze and interpret data for patterns in the fossil record that document the existence, diversity, extinction, and change of life forms throughout the history of life on Earth under the assumption that natural laws operate today as in the past.
Essential Question:
What evidence can be used to prove the scientific theory of evolution?