Converting Measurement Units
Students will express measurements in a larger unit in terms of a smaller unit and record measurement equivalents in a two-column table.
Key Questions
- Explain the process of converting a larger unit of measurement to a smaller unit.
- Construct a two-column table to organize measurement equivalents.
- Predict how a conversion factor changes when converting from a smaller unit to a larger unit.
Common Core State Standards
About This Topic
The state constitution is the 'rulebook' for our state government. Students explore what a constitution is and why it's important to have a written plan for how the state should be run. This topic connects to civics standards by showing how laws are based on a foundational set of principles and how the rights of citizens are protected.
Students also learn that a constitution can be changed, or 'amended,' if the people of the state decide it needs to be updated. This topic comes alive when students can use collaborative investigations to 'examine' their state's constitution and discuss how it protects their own rights and responsibilities.
Active Learning Ideas
Inquiry Circle: Constitution Scavenger Hunt
Groups are given a simplified version of the state constitution. They must find the answers to questions like 'What are the requirements to be Governor?' or 'What rights are guaranteed to all citizens?'
Think-Pair-Share: A New Amendment
Students think of one new rule they would like to add to the state constitution to make the state a better place. They pair up to discuss their ideas and share with the class, explaining why their rule is important.
Gallery Walk: Rights and Responsibilities
Post different sections of the state constitution's Bill of Rights. Students walk through and identify one right that they think is the most important and explain why on a sticky note.
Watch Out for These Misconceptions
Common MisconceptionThe state constitution is the same as the U.S. Constitution.
What to Teach Instead
Explain that while they are similar, the state constitution only applies to our state and can include more specific rules about things like schools and roads. A 'Scavenger Hunt' can help students see these differences.
Common MisconceptionA constitution can never be changed.
What to Teach Instead
Teach that constitutions are 'living documents' that can be amended by the people. Discussing a recent amendment to the state constitution can help students see this process in action.
Suggested Methodologies
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