Science naturally incorporates multiple content areas. Consider language as a means of communication is a basic scientific process discussed in Topic 1. Mathematics is used to obtain measurements and graph data, and social studies provides a link between the application of science and society. When science curriculum is integrated across multiple content areas students experience more meaningful and relevant learning. A problem-centered approach where students investigate problems in which they are interested reinforces positive attitudes towards science and learning in general.    

For this assignment, create an integrated problem-based lesson plan for one of the lessons in your unit plan. Use the “COE Lesson Plan Template” to design a lesson that incorporates the following:

Feedback from your mentor teacher about appropriate strategies, accommodations, resources and materials that will allow for differentiated instruction to meet the needs of the students in your field experience classroom.

At least one additional content area standard that will be integrated into the lesson plan. (This content area will also be integrated into the lesson plans you will complete in Topic 7 for the benchmark assignment.)

Following the lesson plan, write a 150-250 word reflection, provide a rationale for why you included the additional content area, and how it best integrates with problem-based instruction in the science content of your unit.