are you currently a grade 10 student planning to take chemistry 20 and physics 20 next year? if so,...
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Are you currently a grade 10 student planning to take Chemistry 20 and
Physics 20 next year?
If so, why not consider taking these two credits together in an
alternative format?
What are the advantagesLarger time blocks for more labs and extended lab activities – periods 1&2, 2&3 or 4&5 depending on scheduling
Integration & merging of content and concepts with less overlap
Opportunities for field trips, speakers, and interesting projects
Potential partnerships or activities with real scientists
Block learning – Learn one complete concept at a time. We may focus on Physics for one week, Chemistry the next.
Work with a group of students with the same interests as you
More advantagesFewer small assignments with more authentic, integrated (Chemistry and Physics) and hands on assignments
Better coordination of examinations and other assessments.You won’t write a chemistry and a physics exam on the same day or even on back to back days!Due dates of assignments will have less overlap between chemistry and physics.
Themed activities – next year’s theme:Alternative Fuel/Energy Technologies
Get your hands on zero emission hydrogen fuel cell technology!
Possible Integrated Physics and Chemistry Resources
Learn how hydrogen fuel cells and solar panels work with hands on labs.
Possible Integrated Physics and Chemistry Resources
Investigate hydrogen powered cell phones and lights
Some Integrated Physics and Chemistry ResourcesInvestigate one of the following books as well as other print and video media on solutions to our future energy demands
Who is this for?Students who will have completed Math 20 before semester 2 of next year
Students who have a strong math and science background
Students who are capable of independent work and who have a high level of literacy (reading and writing).
Students who are interested in alternative fuel/energy technologies and science
Students who want to try learning in a different format
Units to be covered
Frequently Asked Questions…How many credits do I get?
2 credits – one in Physics 20 and one in Chem 20Will I get the same mark in both?
No, not necessarily, some assignments and projects will be integrated and some will not.
If I struggle will I fail two credits? Not necessarily. You may do better in one of
the subjects than the other.Will this class be harder than taking these subjects separately?
That is not the intent. It is NOT an AP or Advanced Placement class. It is designed to give you more hands on time with the science concepts which
should allow you to better achieve
If this is you…Indicate your interest by March 20th by :
Registering online for regular Chemistry 20 and Physics 20
AND
Signing the sign up sheet in the commons or on the door of room 223 – Mr. Riffel’s room
Without you this course will not exist!
Questions Ask Mr. Riffel (Rm 223 or [email protected])