GACE Middle Grades Science (705) study plan

Distinguish observation from inference and hypothesis from prediction in 15 self-written scenarios

Design one controlled experiment identifying independent, dependent, and controlled variables plus a valid control group

Convert between SI units and apply significant-figure and precision rules to 20 measurement problems

Explain how repeated trials and sample size reduce experimental error

Apply Newton's three laws to solve 15 force, mass, and acceleration problems

Calculate work, power, mechanical advantage, and efficiency for simple machines

Trace energy transformations and apply conservation of energy in closed systems

Differentiate conduction, convection, and radiation with a concrete classroom example for each

Model atomic structure and explain how the periodic table organizes elements by properties

Balance 10 chemical equations and classify reactions as synthesis, decomposition, single replacement, double replacement, or combustion

Contrast physical and chemical changes and identify evidence for each

Relate series and parallel circuits to current, voltage, and resistance and solve basic Ohm's law problems

Sequence the rock cycle and classify 10 rock samples or descriptions by formation process

Explain plate tectonics evidence and predict landform types at convergent, divergent, and transform boundaries

Interpret a weather map and distinguish weather from climate

Describe how waves transfer energy and distinguish wavelength, frequency, and amplitude

Explain Earth's rotation, revolution, tilt, and their effects on seasons, day length, and shadows

Describe moon phases, eclipses, and tides using positional diagrams

Compare inner and outer planets and explain the scale of the solar system

Trace the water cycle and identify human impacts on freshwater systems

Compare cell structures and functions in plant, animal, and bacterial cells

Explain photosynthesis and cellular respiration as complementary processes with inputs and outputs

Trace inheritance patterns using Punnett squares for monohybrid crosses

Analyze how organisms interact in food webs and predict effects of removing a population

Explain natural selection using variation, inheritance, and differential survival with an original example

Classify organisms using dichotomous keys and describe levels of biological organization

Design a 5E lesson segment for one life science standard with an aligned formative check

Write learning objectives that use measurable verbs and match assessment items to each objective

Build a standards-aligned assessment blueprint mapping items to domains and cognitive demand

Analyze a set of student responses to identify misconceptions and plan targeted reteaching

Explain how to use safety procedures, materials management, and inquiry scaffolds in a lab setting

Interpret data tables and graphs to draw evidence-based conclusions

Complete a timed full-length practice test and categorize every missed item by domain