Grade 8 - Science
Earth & Space Science A - Semester 1 (Credit: 0.50)Science is the study of the natural world. It relies on experimentation and physical
evidence to describe the natural events that occur around us. Earth and Space Science
A begins with space. You will observe the phases of the Moon and use scientific
evidence to understand how Earth, the Sun, and the Moon interact. You’ll also examine
other celestial objects in our solar system. This course describes the history of Earth
through the study of energy flow, weathering and erosion, the rock cycle, and tectonic
plate movements. You will apply an understanding of the three states of matter to
explain the water cycle and other systems on Earth. The course ends with a discussion
of Earth’s natural resources.
Earth & Space Science B - Semester 2 (Credit: 0.50)Science is the study of the natural world. It relies on experimentation and physical
evidence to describe the natural events that occur around us. Earth and Space Science
B explains how convection shapes the weather, climate, and movement of ocean
currents on Earth. The course takes an in-depth look at climate change and the
greenhouse effect in Earth’s atmosphere. It draws attention to severe weather events
and describes how technology plays a role in keeping communities safe. It also
explores how the growing human population poses challenges for the distribution of
Earth’s natural resources today and in the future.
Florida M/J Earth/Space Science A (Credit: 0.50)Science is the study of the natural world. It relies on experimentation and physical evidence to describe the natural events that occur around us. Florida M/J Earth/Space Science, Semester A, begins with space. You will observe the phases of the Moon and use scientific evidence to understand how Earth, the Sun, and the Moon interact. You’ll also examine other celestial objects in our solar system. This course also describes the history of Earth through the study of energy flow, weathering and erosion, the rock cycle, and tectonic plate movements.
Florida M/J Earth/Space Science B (Credit: 0.50)Science is the study of the natural world. It relies on experimentation and physical evidence to describe the natural events that occur around us. In Florida M/J Earth/Space Science, Semester B, you will explore cycles of matter and energy that take place on Earth. You will also investigate how convection shapes the weather, climate, and movement of ocean currents on Earth. You will analyze severe weather events and describe how technology plays a role in keeping communities safe. Finally, you will explore how the growing human population poses challenges for the distribution of Earth’s natural resources today and in the future.
Florida M/J Life Science A (Credit: 0.50)Life Science deals with the study of all types of living organisms, such as microorganisms, plants, animals, and humans. The field focuses on their organization and life processes. Florida Life Science, Semester A begins with the basic unit of life—the cell. You will discover how cells build up tissues, organs, and systems. You will study the growth and development processes of different organisms and see how genes are responsible for the traits of organisms. You will also explore natural selection and artificial selection and their effects on the genetic traits of organisms.
Florida M/J Life Science B (Credit: 0.50)Life Science deals with the study of all types of living organisms, such as microorganisms, plants, animals, and humans. In Florida Life Science, Semester B, you will learn how life evolved on Earth. You will analyze fossil data to determine the evidence it provides about evolution. You will study ecosystems, the flow of energy in an ecosystem, and the various relationships in an ecosystem. In addition, you will discover the interdependence that is present in all ecosystems. At the end of the semester, you will determine the effects that humans and environmental factors have on the ecosystems and devise solutions to protect the biodiversity of ecosystems from these effects.
Florida M/J Physical Science A (Credit: 0.50)Science is the study of the natural world. It relies on experimentation and evidence to describe the natural events that occur around us. Physical science is the study of matter and energy. In Florida M/J Physical Science, Semester A, you will describe the atomic and molecular structure of substances using models. You will investigate how chemical reactions involve energy and lead to changes in properties of substances. You will also model different kinds of forces and the effect they have on the motion of objects. You will solve problems involving work and power and apply these principles to simple machines. Finally, you will see how simple machines make up more complex machines that are important in our lives.
Florida M/J Physical Science B (Credit: 0.50)Science is the study of the natural world. It relies on experimentation and evidence to describe the natural events that occur around us. Physical science is the study of matter and energy. In Florida Physical Science, Semester B, you will investigate gravitational, electric, and magnetic force fields and identify factors that determine their strength. You will apply concepts of electricity and magnetism to explain how motors, generators, and electromagnets work. You will discuss energy transformations in objects and systems, including how heat flows between objects that are at different temperatures. You will model how sound and light travel as waves and how they interact with different forms of matter. Finally, you will explore how electromagnetic waves help us communicate with one another and collect information about the universe.
Physical Science (Credit: 1.00)Beginning with the first unit, Properties and Structures of Matter, Physical Science is a comprehensive exploration of the physical world. of the course studies inanimate matter as well as topics in astronomy and geology, and broadens the student"�s understanding of the states of matter by applying them to weather and atmosphere. Other units include; Forces and Motion; Energy and its Application; and Chemistry Fundamentals.
Science 8 (Credit: 1.00)Science 8 A/B is an integrated science course based on the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). The content in the course covers all three facets described by NGSS: disciplinary core ideas, science and engineering practices, and crosscutting concepts. Science is sometimes referred to as the crossroads for several different disciplines: science, English language arts (ELA), and mathematics. To support this idea, the course addresses three Common Core standards—Reading in Science and Technical Subjects (RST), Writing in History, Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects (WHST), and the Standards for Mathematical Practice (MP). The course also addresses a subset of the Common Core Standards for Mathematics as identified by NGSS.
Science 8 A - Semester 1 (Credit: 0.50)Science is the study of the natural world. It relies on investigations and evidence to
describe the natural events that occur around us. Science 8A is an integrated science
course that covers topics selected from Earth science and life science. This course
discusses genes and inheritance, the evolution of species, and managing energy
resources on Earth. In the first unit, you will explain how an organism’s genes transfer
traits from parents to offspring. You’ll also learn about genetic diversity and genetic
mutations. In the second unit, you’ll compare the anatomy and development of species
to give evidence for evolution. You’ll also see how fossils and rock strata on Earth hold
important clues about evolution. In the third unit, you will differentiate between
renewable and nonrenewable energy resources on Earth. You’ll see how energy
transforms as it moves from one sphere of Earth to another. In hands-on activities, you’ll
devise ways to harness and control energy for human benefit.
Science 8 B - Semester 2 (Credit: 0.50)Science is the study of the natural world. It relies on investigations and evidence to
describe the natural events that occur around us. Science 8B is an integrated science
course that covers topics selected from Earth and space science, physical science, and
life science. This course discusses climate change and methods for confronting it, the
physical features of waves and wave technology, and the positive and negative ways
that humans and technology affect the Earth and its ecosystems. In the first unit, you’ll
study the factors that have led to climate change and explore scientific solutions to
address these changes. In the second unit, you’ll learn how waves and interactions
between them can be used to develop new technologies. In the third unit, you’ll broaden
your knowledge of technology-based and human-based threats to the environment and
find ways to reduce their negative impact.
Science 8 with Virtual Labs A (Credit: 0.50)Science 8 with Virtual Labs is an integrated science course based on the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). The content covers all three dimensions incorporated by NGSS: disciplinary core ideas, science and engineering practices, and crosscutting concepts. The course robustly meets NGSS learning standards associated with eighth-grade integrated science (NGSS Appendix K: Revised Conceptual Progressions Model, p. 19). Semester A focuses on genes, evolution, and the Earth’s energy. Semester B focuses on Earth’s changing climate, waves, and human impact on the Earth.
In this course, students complete teacher-graded labs in the Course Activities and Unit Activities. This version of Science 8 has been designed so that all labs are virtual. Students will still be able to plan and execute investigations through carefully designed simulations and videos. They will also be able to design experimental setups and analyze data and visuals derived from real-world experiments.
Science 8 with Virtual Labs B (Credit: 0.50)Science 8 with Virtual Labs is an integrated science course based on the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). The content covers all three dimensions incorporated by NGSS: disciplinary core ideas, science and engineering practices, and crosscutting concepts. The course robustly meets NGSS learning standards associated with eighth-grade integrated science (NGSS Appendix K: Revised Conceptual Progressions Model, p. 19). Semester A focuses on genes, evolution, and the Earth’s energy. Semester B focuses on Earth’s changing climate, waves, and human impact on the Earth.
In this course, students complete teacher-graded labs in the Course Activities and Unit Activities. This version of Science 8 has been designed so that all labs are virtual. Students will still be able to plan and execute investigations through carefully designed simulations and videos. They will also be able to design experimental setups and analyze data and visuals derived from real-world experiments.
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