General Science is a one semester course. It is designed to give you a glimpse of the following subjects: Biology, chemistry and/or Physics and Earth Science. The main goal of General Science is to provide the framework for you to think and write like a scientist and to be able to carryout your own investigations and answer your own questions.
In General Science we will practice:
using appropriate tools and technology (microscope, glassware, measurement materials etc)
reading, interpreting, analyzing and displaying data/results.
identifying and communicating sources of error and inconsistent results
formulating explanations by using evidence (writing conclusions)
recognizing the limitations of models and theories
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Grade scale
A 90-100%: Passing: B 80-89%: Passing C 70-79%: Passing D 60-69 %: not passing repeat course F 0-59% : not passing repeat course
Weights
Category
% of Grade
Class Participation
15
Homework
20
Mid-Term
10
Final
10
Tests
15
Quizzes
10
Projects
20
Course Outline:
Activities are usually performed within 1-2 class periods and are focused on gathering, analyzing, displaying and interpreting data.
Labs can last up to 2 weeks and follows the Scientific Method, students will be required to turn in a formal lab report with error analysis and/or a written reflection of the lab performed.
Case Studies are implemented to increase comprehension of topics and themes, apply critical thinking skills, promote collaboration and enhance literacy skills.
General Science is a one semester course. It is designed to give you a glimpse of the following subjects: Biology, chemistry and/or Physics and Earth Science. The main goal of General Science is to provide the framework for you to think and write like a scientist and to be able to carryout your own investigations and answer your own questions.
In General Science we will practice:Grade scale
A 90-100%: Passing:B 80-89%: Passing
C 70-79%: Passing
D 60-69 %: not passing repeat course
F 0-59% : not passing repeat course
Weights
Course Outline:
FORMS:
VIDEOS:
Reptiles and Amphibians (part 3)
Reptiles and Amphibians (Part 4)
The Cold Blooded truth
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