Good news! Video Meets are back for 6th grade Science this week !

Here is my BBB schedule..
Tuesday @3pm for
2nd Hour (A & B Day)
Wednesday
@ 1pm for
3rd Hour (A & B Day)
Thursday @1:30 for
4th Hour (A & B Day)
I will post a Google Slide presentation for directions on how to join the session using the enrollment code on Google Classroom. The BBB enrollment code is posted on Google Classroom.
Here is a copy of this week’s Remote Learning Calendar https://smith.dearbornschools.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/132/2020/05/6th-Grade-Remote-Learning-Weekly-Calendar_-5_18-5_22.pdf
This week in Science, deals with “Computational Thinking” which you might have also heard of it as “Coding” ….
Lesson Question for this WEEK: How does the order of the steps in your plan affect the overall solution?
Lesson Key Concepts:
- Algorithms are a series of ordered steps that form a procedure for solving a problem.
- Algorithms are often used to give directions to computers. This is called “coding”.
This week’s lesson is split into 4 parts…
- Monday: (Part 1) – Review Taylor’s morning chores plan and see if you could find a faster way she could complete those chores so she won’t lose the challenge and end up doing the dishes! This assignment is due on Monday 5/18.
- Tuesday: (Part 2) – Measure the distance Taylor travels for each chore, using her plan and the map. **Remember, each box on the map represent a distance of 1m.** Afterward , ponder and answer this question —> “Can you come up with a faster plan?” <– I cannot wait to see your revised plan ** Remember, you cannot delete any of her chores, but you can move them around! This assignment is due on Tuesday 5/19.
- Wednesday: (Part 3) – Share your new plan layout of Taylor’s morning chores. Explain how you solved her problem and created your new plan? This assignment is due on Wednesday 5/20.
- Thursday: (part 4) – Connect your new and revised plan with how algorithm is used in the real world. You will listen to or read how people in other professions like aviation or restaurants use coding in their everyday lives to produce better results. This assignment is due on Thursday 5/21.

Memorial Break starts on Friday 5/22 . Have a wonderful break as you remember and honor our wonderful and hard working military who have or are currently serving our country.
Take Care of yourself and take care of your family,
Mrs. Savage ….
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