Course Title: HIGH SCHOOL PHYSICAL SCIENCE A Course No: 4305 Grade level: 9-12 Text and Resource Options: A. Introduction To Physical Science, Part I; Glencoe McGraw-Hill B. Glencoe Physical Science, Part I; Glencoe McGraw-Hill C. Science Spectrum: Physical Science, Part I; Holt Bold= Primary Adoption *=Being phased out Course Content: Key Content Standards and Course Objectives This course is based on a combination of the following physics, chemistry and physical science standards: 1. Forces and Motion: Newton s laws predict the motion of most objects (Physics: 9/12-1e,f), the velocity of an object is the rate of change of its position (8-1a-f), unbalanced forces cause changes in velocity (8-2a-g). 2. Energy: Electric and magnetic phenomena are related and have many practical applications (Physics: 9/12-5), the laws of conservation of energy and momentum provide a way to predict and describe the movement of objects (Physics: 9/12-2), radiation and convection currents (6-4a-e), energy and matter have multiple forms and can be changed from one form to another (3-1a-i), visible light is a small band within a very broad electromagnetic spectrum (7-6a-g), light has a source and travels in a direction (3-2), how to identify the characteristic properties of waves (9/12-4f). 3. Chemistry: Structure of matter: elements (8-3, 8-7), the periodic table displays the elements in increasing atomic number (Chemistry: 9/12-1a-d), elements and their combinations account for all the varied types of matter in the world (5-1a-i), chemical reactions are processes in which atoms are rearranged into different combinations of molecules (8-5a-e), density and buoyancy (8-8a-d).Investigation and Experimentation Students will ask meaningful questions and conduct careful investigations addressing the content of the above Earth Science standards. The following objectives are based on the Grade K-12 Literacy Common Core Readiness Anchor Standards. Please refer to the Common Core State Standards online for specific standards. Reading Standards Key Ideas and Details 1. Read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and to make logical inferences from it; cite specific textual evidence when writing or speaking to support conclusions drawn from the text. 2. Determine central ideas or themes of a text and analyze their development; summarize the key supporting details and ideas. 3. Analyze how and why individuals, events, and ideas develop and interact over the course of a text. Craft and Structure 4. Interpret words and phrases as they are used in a text, including determining technical, connotative, and figurative meanings, and analyze how specific word choices shape meaning or tone. 5. Analyze the structure of texts, including how specific sentences, paragraphs, and larger portions of the text (e.g., a section, chapter, scene, or stanza) relate to each other and the whole. 6. Assess how point of view or purpose shapes the content and style of a text. Integration of Knowledge and Ideas 7. Integrate and evaluate content presented in diverse media and formats, including visually and quantitatively, as well as in words. 1 8. Delineate and evaluate the argument and specific claims in a text, including the validity of the reasoning as well as the relevance and sufficiency of the evidence. 9. Analyze how two or more texts address similar themes or topics in order to build knowledge or to compare the approaches the authors take. Range of Reading and Level of Text Complexity 10. Read and comprehend complex literary and informational texts independently and proficiently. Methods of Study 1. Students will complete all activities assigned. 2. Students will participate in discussion with other class members and/or teacher. Course Description Course Value: One Semester (Open entry/open exit) Credit Value: 1 5 credits This course will focus on the science strands that closely parallel the Grade 9-12 Chemistry and Physics standards. This course, along with Physical Science B, can fulfill the Alternative Education s physical science requirement for the high school diploma. Note that some exploratory activities are used, but lack of facilities that conform to state safety guidelines for laboratories precludes many laboratory activities. Key Content Standards and Course Objectives (cont.). CCSS Writing Standards Text Types and Purposes 1. Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence. 2. Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content. 3. Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, well-chosen details, and wellstructured event sequences. Production and Distribution of Writing 4. Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. 5. Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach. 6. Use technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish writing and to interact and collaborate with others. Research to Build and Present Knowledge 7. Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects based on focused questions, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation. 8. Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources, assess the credibility and accuracy of each source, and integrate the information while avoiding plagiarism. 9. Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research. Range of Writing 10. Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of tasks, purposes, and audiences. Evaluation of Performance Standards 1. Students will complete all assignments with a minimum of 70% accuracy. 2. The supervising teacher will be satisfied with the quality of the student s work. 3. The student must receive a minimum score of 70% on a teacher assigned final evaluation. 4. Letter grade contracts are optional and require a higher level of performance.
HIGH SCHOOL PHYSICAL SCIENCE A Course Outline: 4305 I. Textbook Assignment Options: A. Introduction To Physical Science, Part I; Glencoe McGraw-Hill Read: Chapters 1-11. Complete: Section Review questions. Complete all Math Skills Practice Complete the following Chapter Review exercises: o Understanding Concepts o Using Vocabulary Complete the Chapter Standards Assessment for each chapter Complete one Extension Activity listed below B. Glencoe Physical Science, Part I (5.0 credits) Read: Chapters 1-11. Complete: Section Review questions 1 and 2. Complete the following Chapter Review exercises: o Reviewing Vocabulary o Checking Concepts o Understanding Concepts o Thinking Critically Complete one Extension Activity listed below. B. Science Spectrum: Physical Science, Holt, Part 1 (5.0 credits) Read Chapters 1 11. Complete all the Math Skills Practices when they appear in the chapters Complete Section Reviews Complete the following sections of the Chapter Reviews - Understanding Key Concepts Complete the Chapter Standards Assessment for each chapter Complete one Extension Activity listed below for Science Spectrum. II. Extension Activity Options: 1. Using the scientific method, design an experiment to test any concept discussed in this course. Use at least 10 slides to create a power point presentation that will outline each of the steps in your experiment. 2. Write a 1-page essay about either nuclear, chemical, electromagnetic or heat energy. Use at least two resources in your research. Discuss how the energy is created, how it is used, and the pro s and con s of that energy form. Use Writing Rubric Exp. H.S. 3. Teacher generated activity, approved by the site administrator. Science Spectrum extensions 1. Draw a computer graphics picture of how five separate pairs of elements bond with each other when they meet. Show at least two kinds of bonds. Include a caption telling what the new chemical is that each pair makes. 2. Use the Internet to research endothermic and exothermic reactions. Write a 1-page essay based upon your research. Using a search engine such as Yahoo.com, and the search terms of endothermic and exothermic, you will find a supply of information. Use Writing Rubric listed below.
3. Create a Power Point presentation that includes at least ten slides that depict what happens during three different chemical reactions. 4. Teacher generated activity, approved by the site administrator. III. Evaluation See your teacher for a unit test. All Writing assignments must meet the proficient level of the rubric provided by the teacher. All textbook work must meet 70% accuracy level for a C grade
High School Physical Science A Course Syllabus: 4305 Textbook Assignment: Science Spectrum: Physical Science, Holt, Part 1 (5.0 credits) - Review the Chapter Preview at the beginning of each chapter. - Review the Key Terms and Objectives at the beginning of each section. - Review information on all charts, graphs, maps, and pictures throughout each chapter. - Review the Section Summaries located at the end of each section before completing the Chapter Reviews. Ch 1-4 Read Chapters 1-4, pages 2-141 o Chapter 1 (3 sections), Chapter 2 (3 sections) o Chapter 3 (3 sections), Chapter 4 (4 sections) Ch 5-8 Read Chapters 5-8, pages 142-281 o Chapter 5 (4 sections), Chapter 6 (4 sections) o Chapter 7 (3 sections), Chapter 8 (3 sections) Ch 9-11 Read Chapters 9-11, pages 282-375 o Chapter 9 (3 sections), Chapter 10 (3 sections) o Chapter 11 (3 sections)
High School Physical Science A Course Syllabus: 4305 Complete at least one Extension Activity For Writing Activities, complete all parts of the writing process, and turn in the following with your final draft. 1. Thinking Map 2. 4 - paragraph rough draft 3. Revised rough draft incorporating teacher s comments and corrections 4. 4 - paragraph typed final draft Extension Activity Options: Draw a computer graphics picture of how five separate pairs of elements bond with each other when they meet. Show at least two kinds of bonds. Include a caption telling what the new chemical is that each pair makes. Use the Internet to research endothermic and exothermic reactions. Write a 1-page essay based upon your research. Using a search engine such as Yahoo.com, and the search terms of endothermic and exothermic, you will find a supply of information. Use Writing Rubric listed below. Create a Power Point presentation that includes at least ten slides that depict what happens during three different chemical reactions. Teacher generated activity, approved by the site administrator. Writing Rubric Expository: Level IV Writing Standards 1. The writing contains 4 or more paragraphs that establish a controlling idea or thesis and convey a clear perspective on the subject 2. The writing conveys information and ideas from primary and secondary sources accurately and coherently 3. The writer uses precise language, action verbs, sensory details, and appropriate modifiers 4. The writing makes distinctions about the value and significance of specific data, facts, and ideas 5. The writing demonstrates control of grammar, paragraph and sentence structure and shows accurate spelling and correct use of the conventions of punctuation and capitalization 6. The writing has clearly been proof read and revised to improve logic, coherence, word choice, organization and consistency Teacher/Student Notes for Extension Activity: