Jefferson County Schools
Jefferson County Schools

Science - Earth Science

Science

The Terra Nova, Second Edition (CAT/6) is a comprehensive, modular assessment series, offering multiple measures of student achievement in science.
The Tennessee Science Curriculum Standards provide standards, performance indicators, and accomplishments for students in science.

Earth Science

Earth Science is a course that explores the origins and the connections between the physical, chemical, and biological processes of the Earth System.


Earth and Space Science
The Earth and Space Science unit addresses the composition, structure, exploration, and history of the earth and space. Topics include plate tectonics, the atmosphere, geological cycles and processes, weather, climate, the solar system, and the universe.

    Atmosphere: Cycle/Interpret
The learner will be able to interpret and assimilate data associated to the atmospheric cycle.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Atmosphere Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, 3.4
  
    Earth: Plate Tectonics/Describe/Map
The learner will be able to describe and map the relationship between plate tectonics and mountain building, and, earthquakes and volcanoes.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth: Continental Drift/Plate Tectonics Master TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 2, Std 3.0
  
    Rocks: Use/Recognize
The learner will be able to recognize how rocks are used.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Rocks Knowledge Master 0.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 2, Std 3.0
  
    Rocks: Samples/Recognize
The learner will be able to recognize rock samples as sedimentary, igneous, or metamorphic.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Rocks Knowledge Master 0.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 2, Std 3.0
  
    Rocks: Diagram/Processes/Label
The learner will be able to label a diagram illustrating the processes of the rock cycle.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Rocks Knowledge Master 0.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 1, Std 3.0
  
    Rocks: Cycle/Illustrate
The learner will be able to illustrate the rock cycle.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Rocks Application Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 1, Std 3.0
  
    Rocks: Cycle/Investigate
The learner will be able to investigate the rock cycle.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Rocks Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, 3.2
  
    Rocks: Differentiate/Igneous/Sedimentary
The learner will be able to differentiate between sedimentary, igneous, and metamorphic rocks.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Rocks Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 1, Std 3.0
  
    Rocks: Strata/Interpret/Sequence
The learner will be able to interpret the sequence of rock strata using data from the following: superposition, cross-cutting relationships, inclusions, fossil records, and absolute dating.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Rocks Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 2, Std 4.0
  
    Earth, Moon & Sun: Illustrate/Eclips
The learner will be able to illustrate the positions of the earth, moon, and sun during a lunar and solar eclipse.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth, Moon, and Sun Application Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 1, Std 1.0
  
    Earth, Moon, & Sun: Predict
The learner will be able to predict the conditions of the tide based on the position of the earth and moon.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth, Moon, and Sun Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 1, Std 1.0
  
    Earth, Moon, & Sun: Relationships
The learner will be able to analyze the relationships among the earth, moon, and sun including their gravitational impacts.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth, Moon, and Sun Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, 1.3
  
    Moon: Phases/Comprehend
The learner will be able to comprehend the phases of the moon.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Moon Comprehension Master 1.0 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 1, Std 1.0
  
    Moon: Exhibit
The learner will be able to exhibit the placement of the earth, moon, and sun during phases of the moon.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Moon Application Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 1, Std 1.0
  
    Earth and Sun: Day/Explore/Position
The learner will be able to explore the relationship between the length of day and the inclination and relative position of the earth to the sun.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth and Sun Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 2, Std 1.0
  
    Space: Exploration/Investigate
The learner will be able to investigate recent developments in space exploration.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Space Exploration Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 2, Std 1.0
  
    Space: Exploration/Explore
The learner will be able to explore the history of space exploration.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Space Exploration Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 1, Std 1.0
  
    Space: Exploration/Investigate
The learner will be able to investigate space exploration.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Space Exploration Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, 1.4
  
    Space: Technology/Investigate
The learner will be able to investigate the benefits of space technology in our everyday lives.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Space Exploration Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 2, Std 1.0
  
    Natural Resources: Differentiate
The learner will be able to differentiate between renewable and nonrenewable resources an their conservation.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Natural Resources Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 1, Std 2.0
  
    Solar System: Earth and Other Planets
The learner will be able to compare the earth to other planets in our solar system.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Solar System Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 3, Std 1.0
  
    Solar System: Components/Analyze
The learner will be able to analyze the components of the solar system.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Solar System Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, 1.2
  
    Solar System: Model/Build
The learner will be able to build a model of our solar system, emphasizing ratio and proportion with respect to the distance and size of the planets.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Solar System Synthesis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 2, Std 1.0
  
    Universe: Components/Recognize
The learner will be able to recognize the components of the universe including galaxies, stars, solar systems, planets, meteors, comets, and asteroids.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Universe Knowledge Master 0.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 1, Std 1.0
  
    Universe: Make-Up/Explore
The learner will be able to explore the make-up of the universe.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Universe Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Std 1.0
  
    Universe: Vastness/Investigate
The learner will be able to investigate the vastness of the universe.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Universe Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, 1.1
  
    Universe: Explore/Structure
The learner will be able to explore the structure of the universe.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Universe Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Std 1.0
  
    Earth: Systems/Explore/Cycles
The learner will be able to explore the major features of the cycles within the Earth system.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Std 3.0
  
    Earth: Systems/Assess/Living
The learner will be able to assess the roles of living things within the cycles of the Earth system.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth Evaluation Master 2.0 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, 3.6
  
    Astronomy: Earth/Investigate/History
The learner will be able to investigate the role of astronomical phenomena in the history of the earth.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Astronomy Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 2, Std 1.0
  
    Astronomy: Timeline/Create
The learner will be able to create a historical timeline depicting the changing perceptions and knowledge regarding astronomy of humans.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Astronomy Synthesis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 2, Std 1.0
  
    Stars: Evolution/Describe
The learner will be able to describe the evolution of a star throughout all stages of its potential development.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Stars Comprehension Master 1.0 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 2, Std 1.0
  
    Stars: Galaxies/Categorize
The learner will be able to categorize galaxies based on their shapes.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Stars Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 2, Std 1.0
  
    Careers: Earth/Research
The learner will be able to research careers associated with Earth systems.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Careers: Earth/Space Science Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 3, Std 1.0
  
    Careers: Geology/Explore
The learner will be able to explore careers associated with geology.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Careers: Earth/Space Science Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 3, Std 3.0
  
    Seasons: Comprehend
The learner will be able to comprehend the seasons.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Seasons Comprehension Master 1.0 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 1, Std 1.0
  
    Weather: Data/Instruments/Use
The learner will be able to utilize weather instruments to gather data.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Instruments: Weather Application Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 1, Std 3.0
  
    Weather: Maps/Predictions
The learner will be able to make predictions using weather maps.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Instruments: Weather Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 2, Std 3.0
  
    Weather: Tools/Interpret
The learner will be able to interpret basic weather data using meteorological tools.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Instruments: Weather Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 1, Std 3.0
  
    Water Cycle: Diagram/Label/Components
The learner will be able to label the components of the hydrologic cycle when provided with a diagram.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Water: Cycle Knowledge Master 0.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 1, Std 3.0
  
    Water Cycle: Examine
The learner will be able to examine the hydrologic cycle.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Water: Cycle Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, 3.3
  
    Earth: Geology/Write/Life
The learner will be able to write an essay on how geology impacts his/her life on a daily basis.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth: Geological Properties Comprehension Master 1.0 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 2, Std 3.0
  
    Earth: Geology/Explain/Role
The learner will be able to explain the role of water in the evolution of the processes that create landforms.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth: Geological Properties Comprehension Master 1.0 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 2, Std 3.0
  
    Earth: Geology/Describe
The learner will be able to describe the law of uniformitarianism.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth: Geological Properties Comprehension Master 1.0 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 1, Std 4.0
  
    Earth: Geology/Create/Cycle
The learner will be able to create a geological cycle for a physiographic region or geologic time period in his/her state.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth: Geological Properties Synthesis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 3, Std 3.0
  
    Maps: Read/Topographical
The learner will be able to read a topographical map.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Instruments: Maps & Globes Comprehension Master 1.0 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 2, Std 3.0
  
    Maps: Interpret/Topographical
The learner will be able to interpret a topographical map.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Instruments: Maps & Globes Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 2, Std 3.0
  
    Maps: Explore
The learner will be able to explore maps.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Instruments: Maps & Globes Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, 3.7
  
    Earth: Plate Tectonics/State/Evidence
The learner will be able to state evidence that supports the theory of plate tectonics.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth: Continental Drift/Plate Tectonics Comprehension Master 1.0 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 2, Std 4.0
  
    Earth: Plate Tectonics/Evidence
The learner will be able to explain the scientific evidence for the plate tectonics theory.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth: Continental Drift/Plate Tectonics Comprehension Master 1.0 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 2, Std 4.0
  
    Earth: Plate Tectonics/Describe
The learner will be able to describe the parts of the tectonic cycle.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth: Continental Drift/Plate Tectonics Comprehension Master 1.0 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, 3.1
  
    Earth: Plate Tectonics/Investigate
The learner will be able to investigate the theories of plate tectonics and continental drift using models.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth: Continental Drift/Plate Tectonics Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 1, Std 3.0
  
    Earth: Plate Tectonics/Differentiate
The learner will be able to differentiate between divergent and convergent plate boundaries using a labeled diagram depicting the convection currents of the mantle.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth: Continental Drift/Plate Tectonics Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 2, Std 3.0
  
    Earth: History/Identify/Absolute
The learner will be able to identify the difference between relative and absolute time.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth: History Knowledge Master 0.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 1, Std 4.0
  
    Earth: History/Explain/State
The learner will be able to explain what a geologic time traveler might encounter in the future of his or her state.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth: History Comprehension Master 1.0 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 3, Std 4.0
  
    Earth: History/Geologic/Interpret
The learner will be able to interpret the nature of geologic time.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth: History Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, 4.1
  
    Earth: History/Interpret/Timetable
The learner will be able to interpret a geologic timetable depicting the evolution of Earth and the history of life.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth: History Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 2, Std 4.0
  
    Earth: History/Explore/Evolution
The learner will be able to explore the evolution of the earth.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth: History Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, 4.2
  
    Earth: History/Dating/Compare
The learner will be able to compare the mechanisms for determining the progression of geologic history: relative and absolute dating.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth: History Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 2, Std 4.0
  
    Earth: History/Investigate
The learner will be able to investigate the geologic history of the earth.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth: History Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Std 4.0
  
    Earth: History/Create/Timetable
The learner will be able to create a geologic timetable depicting the evolution of Earth and the history of life.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth: History Synthesis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 2, Std 4.0
  
    Earth: History/Geologic/Assess
The learner will be able to assess the nature of geologic time.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth: History Evaluation Master 2.0 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, 4.1
  
    Minerals: Tests/Recognize/Table
The learner will be able to recognize mineral samples using basic property tests and a mineral table.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Minerals Knowledge Master 0.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 2, Std 3.0
  
    Minerals: Uses/Recognize
The learner will be able to recognize the uses of minerals.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Minerals Knowledge Master 0.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 2, Std 3.0
  
    Rocks and Minerals: Differentiate
The learner will be able to differentiate between rocks and minerals.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Rocks and Minerals Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 1, Std 3.0
  
    Earth: Energy/Investigate/Use
The learner will be able to investigate issues related with energy use in the Earth system.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth: Energy Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Std 2.0
  
    Earth: Energy/Investigate/Sources
The learner will be able to investigate the three primary sources of internal energy: gravitational energy as a result of the earth's formation, friction, and radioactive decay.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth: Energy Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 2, Std 2.0
  
    Geochemical Cycles: Identify
The learner will be able to identify the basic geochemical cycles including the oxygen/carbon dioxide cycle, nitrogen cycle, and carbon cycle.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Geochemical Cycles Knowledge Master 0.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 1, Std 3.0
  
    Geochemical Cycles: Comprehend
The learner will be able to comprehend the interrelationships among the geochemical cycles, including the law of conservation of mass.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Geochemical Cycles Comprehension Master 1.0 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 2, Std 3.0
  
    Geochemical Cycles: Distinguish
The learner will be able to distinguish between the geochemical cycles.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Geochemical Cycles Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, 3.5
  
    Universe: Origin/Talk/Theories
The learner will be able to talk about the theories regarding the origin of the universe including the Big Bang Theory and the Oscillating/Pulsating theory.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Universe: Origin Comprehension Master 1.0 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 2, Std 1.0
  
    Universe: Origin/Theories
The learner will be able to explore theories for the origin of the universe.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Universe: Origin Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Std 1.0, 1.1
  
    Geologic Processes: Identify/Human
The learner will be able to identify the interrelationships of geologic processes and human activities.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Geologic Processes Knowledge Master 0.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 2, Std 3.0
  
    Earth/Space Science: Research
The learner will be able to research the contributions of his/her state to earth and space science.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Earth/Space Science Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 3, Std 1.0
  
    Weathering: Physical/Show/Chemical
The learner will be able to show physical and chemical weathering.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Weathering Application Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 1, Std 3.0
  
    Weather: Data/Examine
The learner will be able to examine weather data.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Weather: Data Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 2, Std 3.0
  
    Ocean: Tides/Interpret/Chart
The learner will be able to interpret a tide chart by utilizing an almanac or the Internet.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Ocean: Tides Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 2, Std 1.0
  

Life Science
The Life Science unit addresses the characteristics and cycles of and relationships between living things and their environments. Topics include cellular organization, classification, ecosystems, genetics, and human health issues.

    Fossils: Sedimentary/Identify
The learner will be able to identify that fossils are found in sedimentary rock.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Fossils Knowledge Master 0.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 1, Std 4.0
  
    Fossils: Evidence/Identify/Rock
The learner will be able to identify that fossils contained in sedimentary rock provide evidence of life forms, alterations in life forms, and alterations in the environment.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Fossils Knowledge Master 0.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 2, Std 4.0
  
    Fossils: Compare/Modern/Living
The learner will be able to compare fossils to modern day living things.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Fossils Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 1, Std 4.0
  
    Fossils: Ages/Distinguish/Rock Strata
The learner will be able to distinguish between the relative ages of a variety of fossils in sedimentary rock when provided with an illustration of rock strata.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Fossils Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 2, Std 4.0
  
    Fossils: Organisms/Analyze/Adaptations
The learner will be able to analyze the fossil record to determine adaptations of organisms to the environment.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Fossils Analysis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 2, Std 4.0
  
    Fossils: Model/Construct
The learner will be able to construct a model of a fossil.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Fossils Synthesis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 1, Std 4.0
  
    Fossils: Environment/Construct
The learner will be able to construct a diorama that depicts a past environment or habitat of a particular fossil.
Strand Bloom's Scope Hours Source
Fossils Synthesis Master 1.5 TN: Curriculum Standards, 2001, Earth Science, Indicators, Level 2, Std 4.0