syllabus powerpoint spring 2011

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