Tier 1
Use short daily routines tied to real reading, writing, or real-world application at home.
1. Standard At A Glance
Standard: SCI.12.ESS1.B
Short description: Construct a scientific explanation based on evidence from rock strata for how the geologic time scale is used to organize Earth's 4.6-billion-year-old history; evaluate evidence of the past and current movements of continental and oceanic crust and the theory of plate tectonics.
2. Typical Indicators
- Student can describe what this skill looks like in classwork.
- Student applies this skill with familiar tasks and support.
- Student can explain parts of their thinking when prompted.
3. Warning Signs
- Student avoids tasks requiring this specific skill.
- Student needs repeated prompting and shows inconsistent performance.
- Student shows limited progress despite practice.
4. Escalating Accommodations
Tier 2
Provide targeted guided practice in 10-15 minute sessions with clear examples.
Tier 3
Use individualized practice with explicit modeling and frequent feedback.
5. Modifications
- Diverse learners: use visuals, sentence supports, and language scaffolds.
- Disabled learners: adapt response format, pacing, and access supports as needed.
6. Cross-Curricular Integration
Encourage conversations about environmental issues — climate, resources, natural hazards — at home.