Welcome to Grade 10 Science
SNC2P
INSTRUCTOR: OFFICE: Rm 344 EMAIL:
Phone: 905-882 0277 ext 344
PREREQUISITE: Grade 9 Academic or Applied Science TEXTBOOK: Nelson Science Connections 10
GENERAL AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: The goals and aims of this course are concurrent with those set in the Ontario Curriculum Grades 9 and 10, 2008
Students will be given opportunities to further develop their scientific investigation skills. Students will plan and conduct investigations into practical problems and issues related to human cells and body systems; chemical reactions; factors affecting climate change; and the interaction of light and matter. (Ontario Curriculum, Science, Grade 10 Applied, pg 81)
TEACHING STRATEGIES: Instructional methods will aim to target individual student learning styles. Methods may include library research, computer simulations, smart board activities, laboratory activities, multi-media analysis, critical thinking challenges, pair/group work and student directed study.
EXPECTATIONS:
Students will be expected to:
· Interact appropriately with each other and the environment (mutual respect for all)
· Strive to maintain good citizenship (appreciations, no put-downs)
· Be punctual, be prepared to participate fully, and listen attentively
· Complete assignments on time and with good quality
· Inform teacher in advance of upcoming absences
EVALUATION:
Units of Study and Corresponding Evaluation Pieces:
Unit |
Evaluation Pieces |
BIOLOGY: Tissues, Organs, and Systems |
Two tests, one laboratory report and /or assignment and portfolio work |
CHEMISTRY: Chemical Reactions and their Applications |
Two tests, one laboratory report and/ or assignment and portfolio work |
PHYSICS: Light and Applications of Optics |
Two tests, one laboratory report and /or assignment and portfolio work |
EARTH & SPACE SCIENCE: Climate Change |
One test, laboratory report and /or major assignment and portfolio work |
NOTE: 1. Units sequence is not fixed
2. Number/type of evaluations may vary due to time restrictions
Mark Breakdown:
70% Course Work Evaluations
Knowledge & Understanding 17.5%
Communication 17.5%
Applications 17.5%
Thinking & Investigation 17.5%
(All four categories will be represented equally throughout the course)
30% Summative Evaluation
Written Exam 15%
Summative 10%
Portfolio 5%
Total 100%