Prerequisite: Pre-algebra or 8th grade math
Have you wanted to give your student a solid introduction to the high school sciences? In this one-semester course, we will be learning the fundamentals of chemistry, “the central science.” The two priorities of this course are to prepare the student to successfully complete a future high school Chemistry course and to expand the student’s appreciation for the amazing complexity and wonder of our physical world. We will be learning the inquiry process by asking questions that stimulate students to think critically and to formulate their own questions. Observing, classifying, using numbers, plotting graphs, measuring, inferring, predicting, formulating models, interpreting data, hypothesizing, and experimenting will all help students to build knowledge and communicate what they have learned. We will be supporting our inquiry with hands-on labs, virtual labs, and a creative project. The experiments can be completed at home (adult supervision is advised) and most use simple household materials. A complete list of materials will be provided before classes start.
Course Structure
Each week begins with class, then students are provided with a pre-recorded video and textbook and web-based reading assignments. Students then take electronic homework assignments on each lesson in the textbook to check their understanding of the material that they have studied. The live class time is used to answer questions, preview new concepts and reinforce concepts learned during the week, with lots of student interaction on the microphone. Attendance is encouraged, but not required as the live class is recorded and posted for student availability for about a month afterward. There is one creative project and four additional labs during the semester. Occasional worksheets are assigned for students to do by hand, scan and submit and a comprehensive test is given every 2-3 chapters in the textbook.
Who should enroll?
Students should be in 9th or 10th grade (advanced 8th grades will be considered.) 8th grade math is a prerequisite or pre-algebra.
Technology Requirements:
- High speed, broadband Internet
- Sound card and microphone (for live sessions)
- Streaming video capabilities to watch recorded lectures
Evaluation and Feedback
Students will be graded on homework, labs and exams which will be a combination of multiple choice and short answer questions done on the course website and handouts to be completed, scanned, and uploaded. All student work will be graded and returned within one week of submission.
Communication
Grades are perpetually available for students and parents to view. Student conferences will be available in October (parents are welcome to attend as well). Parents may contact me at other times also via the Canvas website.
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