Analyzing Claims About Jackie

In lesson 4.2, students explore why Jackie is an elite long-distance runner despite not sharing this trait with her family. The lesson presents three claims: training, genetic combination, and mutation. Students analyze evidence to support or refute these claims, preparing for a seminar discussion where they will defend their positions. The lesson concludes with a homework assignment related to the claims.

What is the main question being explored in the science seminar?

• Why do birds migrate?

• How do plants photosynthesize?

• Why is Jackie an elite long-distance runner?

• What causes climate change?

Which of the following is NOT one of the claims about Jackie's running ability?

• A mutation

• Her diet

• A specific genetic combination

• Her training regimen

What was provided to help students evaluate the claims about Jackie?

• A textbook

• Evidence cards

• A video tutorial

• A guest lecture

What is the purpose of the evidence cards provided to students?

• To create a presentation

• To memorize facts

• To write an essay

• To guide their thinking

What is the format of the evidence provided to students?

• PDF and Google Drawing

• Printed handouts

• PowerPoint slides

• Video clips

What are students expected to do in the upcoming discussion?

• Present a new claim

• Defend their chosen claim

• Create a new experiment

• Write a report

What is the ultimate goal of examining the evidence?

• To write a summary

• To choose a claim

• To memorize the evidence

• To create a new hypothesis

What is the teacher's role during the discussion?

• To talk as little as possible

• To lead the discussion

• To grade the discussion

• To provide answers

What should students do if they cannot complete the homework before the seminar?

• Copy from a friend

• Ask for an extension

• Submit it late without penalty

• Skip the homework

What is the homework related to?

• A new science topic

• The claims about Jackie

• A math problem

• A history lesson