syllabus powerpoint spring 2011
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Syllabus
August 28, 2013
Objectives
1. Describe Ms. Barkanic’s grading system and homework policies
2. Understand Ms. Barkanic’s classroom policies and routines
Physical SciencePhysics
Motion, electricity, waves, light, energy
ChemistryAtoms, chemicals, periodic table, heat, energy,
properties
Astronomy/CosmologyLife and Death of Stars, birth of the universe
Materials
Textbook – Glencoe Physical Science3-ring BinderNotebook/PaperCalculator
Homework: 5-10 pts.
Weekly assignments – Due Friday’s
Reading and Outline (5 pts.)
Questions (5pts.)
Unfinished classwork
Classwork: 20-30 pts.
Labs and Computer Activities done during Class time
5-20 pts.
Quizzes: 15-25 pts.1-4 Quizzes each unit
Variety of styles: matching, multiple choice, fill-in-the blank, short answers etc.
Will always give a 24 hr. notice
Agenda check – 10 pts.
Projects/Presentations: 50-150 pts.
Labs, group projects, research papers, Presentations
Lab reports
Tests: 50-150 pts.
Unit Tests
Test corrections allowedSchedule timeRLP (retakes)
Notebook Tests
Missed Work and Exams
Calendar and Folders
YOUR responsibility to get and turn in work
Schedule a time to make up missed exams and quizzes
Procedures to Remember
BreaksTardiesBathroomFire DrillsEmergenciesLock DownsCell phonesIPods
Other “Stuff”
Positive AttitudeGood Work ethicDesire to LearnA sense of humor
Agenda Bell Work
• Take out a piece of paper• Fill in the following
information:– Name– Nickname (if applicable)– Hobby/Sport/Interest– What you like about
science.– What you dislike.– Goal for this class.
• Syllabus and Books
• Recognizing Lab Safety Activity
• HW: Syllabus and Safety Contracts signed