|
Competencies
|
State the different hypotheses explaining the origin of the universe.
Describe the different hypotheses explaining the origin of the solar system.
Recognize the uniqueness of earth, being the only planet in the solar system with properties necessary to support life.
Explain that the earth consists of four subsystems, across whose boundaries matter and energy flow.
Explain the current advancements/information on the solar system
Show the contributions of personalities/people on the understanding of the earth systems
Identify the layers of the earth (crust, mantle, core).
Differentiate the layers of the earth.
1. identify common rock-forming minerals using their physical and chemical properties
2. classify rocks into igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic
Describe how rocks undergo weathering
4. explain how the products of weathering are carried away by erosion and deposited elsewhere
5. make a report on how rocks and soil move downslope due to the direct action of gravity
6. describe where the earth’s internal heat comes from.
7. describe how magma is formed (magmatism)
8. describe what happens after the magma is formed (plutonism and volcanism)
9. describe the changes in mineral components and texture of rocks due to changes in pressure and temperature (metamorphism)
10. compare and contrast the formation of the different types of igneous rocks
11. describe how rocks behave under different types of stress such as compression, pulling apart, and shearing
12. explain how the continents drift
13. cite evidence that support continental drift
14. explain how the movement of plates leads to the formation of folds and faults
15. explain how the seafloor spreads
16. describe the structure and evolution of ocean basins
17. describe how layers of rocks (stratified rocks) are formed
18. describe the different methods (relative and absolute dating) to determine the age of stratified rocks
19. explain how relative and absolute dating were used to determine the subdivisions of geologic time
20. describe how marker fossils (also known as guide fossils) are used to define and identify subdivisions of the geologic time scale
21. describe how the earth’s history can be interpreted from the geologic time scale
1. describe the various hazards that may happen in the event of earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and landslides
2. using hazard maps, identify areas prone to hazards brought about by earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and landslides
3. give practical ways of coping with geological hazards caused by earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and landslides
4. identify human activities that speed up or trigger landslides
5. suggest ways to help lessen the occurrence of landslides in your community
6. describe the various hazards that may happen in the wake of tropical cyclones, monsoons, floods, or ipo-ipo
7. using hazard maps, identify areas prone to hazards brought about by tropical cyclones, monsoons, floods, or ipo-ipo
8. give practical ways of coping with hydrometeorological hazards caused by tropical cyclones, monsoons, floods, or ipoipo
9. describe how coastal processes result in coastal erosion, submersion, and saltwater intrusion
10. identify areas in your community prone to coastal erosion, submersion, and saltwater intrusion
11. give practical ways of coping with coastal erosion, submersion, and saltwater intrusion
12. cite ways to prevent or mitigate the impact of land development, waste disposal, and construction of structures on control coastal processes
1. explain the evolving concept of life based on emerging pieces of evidence
2. describe classic experiments that model conditions which may have enabled the first forms to evolve
3. describe how unifying themes (e.g., structure and function, evolution, and ecosystems) in the study of life show the connections among living things and how they interact with each other and with their environment
1. explain how cells carry out functions required for life
2. explain how photosynthetic organisms use light energy to combine carbon dioxide and water to form energy-rich compounds
3. trace the energy flow from the environment to the cells
4. describe how organisms obtain and utilize energy
5. recognize that organisms require energy to carry out functions required for life
Describe the historical development of theories that explain the origin of the universe
Compare the different hypotheses explaining the origin of the solar system
Describe the characteristics of earth that are necessary to support life
Explain that the earth consists of four subsystems, across whose boundaries matter and energy flow
Identify common rock-forming minerals using their physical and chemical properties
Classify rocks into igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic
Identify the minerals important to society
Describe how ore minerals are found, mined, and processed for human use
Cite ways to prevent or lessen the environmental impact that result from the exploitation, extraction, and use of mineral resources
Describe how fossil fuels are formed
Explain how heat from inside the earth is tapped as a source of energy (geothermal) for human use
Cite ways to address the different environmental concerns related to the use of fossil fuels, geothermal energy, and hydroelectric energy
Recognize how water is distributed on earth
Identify the various water resources on earth
Explain how different activities affect the quality and availability of water for human use
Suggest ways of conserving and protecting water resources
Recognize how water is distributed on earth
Identify the various water resources on earth
Explain how different activities affect the quality and availability of water for human use
Suggest ways of conserving and protecting water resources
Describe how people generate different types of waste (solid, liquid, and gaseous) as they make use of various materials and resources in everyday life
Explain how different types of waste affect people’s health and the environment
Cite ways of reducing the production of waste at home, in school, and around the community
Describe how rocks undergo weathering
Explain how the products of weathering are carried away by erosion and deposited elsewhere
Explain how rocks and soil move downslope due to direct action of gravity
Explain why the earth’s interior is hot
Describe how magma is formed
1. describe the different ways of how plants reproduce
2. illustrate the relationships among structures of flowers, fruits, and seeds
3. describe the different ways of how representative animals reproduce
4. explain how the information in the dna allows the transfer of genetic information and synthesis of proteins
5. describe the process of genetic engineering
6. conduct a survey of the current uses of genetically modified organisms
7. evaluate the benefits and risks of using gmos
Describe the changes in mineral components and texture of rocks due to changes in pressure and temperature (metamorphism).
Describe how rocks behave under different types of stress such as compression, pulling apart, and shearing
The learners:
8. explain the different metabolic processes involved in the various organ systems
9. describe the general and unique characteristics of the different organ systems in representative animals
10. analyze and appreciate the functional relationships of the different organ systems in ensuring animal survival
Identify the layers of the earth
The learners: 11. describe the structure and function of the different plant organs
12. explain the different metabolic processes involved in the plant organ systems
The learners: 13. describe evidence of evolution such as homology, dna/protein sequences, plate tectonics, fossil record, embryology, and artificial selection/agriculture
Differentiate the layers of the earth from each other
13. explain how populations of organisms have changed and continue to change over time showing patterns of descent with modification from common ancestors to produce the organismal diversity observed today
14. describe how the present system of classification of organisms is based on evolutionary relationships
Describe the continental drift theory
The learn ers: 15. describe the principles of the ecosystem
16. categorize the different biotic potential and environmental resistance (e.g., diseases, availability of food, and predators) that affect population explosion
17. describe how the different terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems are interlinked with one another
Explain how seafloor spreads
Describe the structure and evolution of ocean basins
Explain how the movement of plates leads to the formation of folds, faults, trenches, volcanoes, rift valleys, and mountain ranges
Describe how layers of rocks (stratified rocks) are formed
Describe the different methods (relative and absolute dating) of determining the age of stratified rocks
Explain how relative and absolute dating were used to determine the subdivisions of geologic time
Describe how index fossils (also known as guide fossils) are used to define and identify subdivisions of the geologic time scale
Describe the history of the earth through geologic time
|
