8-Evolution+&+Genetics

8.L.4.1 Summarize the use of evidence drawn from geology, fossils, and comparative anatomy to form the basis for biological classification systems and the theory of evolution. 8.L.4.2 Explain the relationship between genetic variation and an organism’s ability to adapt to its environment. || ===‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍**Anchor Standard/Mathematical Practice(s)**=== || ===‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍**Learning Target/Task Analysis**===
 * ===**Common Core Standards**===
 * 8.L.4 Understand the evolution of organisms and landforms based on evidence, theories and processes that impact the Earth over time. **
 * ===‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍**Information Technology Standard**=== || ===‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍**Revised Bloom's Level of thinking**=== ||
 * I will explore the change over time that occurs with technology. 8.L.4.1**
 * I will explain Pangaea through the theory of plate tectonics. 8.L.4.1**
 * I will examine the history of Darwin's theory of natural selection. 8.L.4.1**
 * I will identify various fossils and recognize that they are evidence of biological evolution. 8.L.4.1**
 * I will identify examples of homologous and analogous structures as well as embryological similarities that support evolution. 8.L.4.1**
 * I will explain the need and benefits of the classification system. 8.L.4.1**
 * I will create an evolutionary tree to explore the origins of life on Earth and the relationships of modern organisms to historical examples. 8.L.4.1**
 * I will identify genetic variation and how it contributes to phenotypic variation. 8.L.4.2**
 * I will analyze how morphological, biochemical and behavioral features tie to common ancestory through evolution. 8.L.4.2**
 * I will examine the significance of genetic variation in the process of evolution. 8.L.4.2**

‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍**I can...**

 * I can understand the meaning and concept of evolution. 8.L.4.1**
 * I can interpret how landforms change over time. 8.L.4.1**
 * I can evaluate the biological changes over time which support evolution. 8.L.4.1**
 * I can organize and classify organisms according to the biological classification system. 8.L.4.1**
 * I can explain the relationship between genetic variation and an organism's ability to adapt to its environment. 8.L.4.2**

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