Syllabus

August 27, 2014

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 Binder (1/2 inch)Notebook/PaperPen/PencilCalculator

Homework: 10 % Q1 9% Q2

Weekly assignments – Due Friday’s

Reading and Outline (5 pts.)

Questions (5pts.)

Classwork: 15% Q1 13.5 Q2Labs and Computer Activities done during

Class time

5-30 pts.

Quizzes/Tests: 40% Q1 36% Q2

Quizzes each unit – 15-25 pts.

Variety of styles: matching, multiple choice, fill-in-the blank, short answers etc.

Will always give a 24 hr. notice

Agenda check – 10 pts.

Quizzes/Tests: 40% Q1 36% Q2Unit Tests ~ 100pts

Test corrections allowedSchedule timeRLP (retakes)

Notebook Tests – 25 pts

Labs/Projects: 35% Q1 31.5% Q2Labs, group projects, research papers,

Presentations

Lab reports

Final Exam – 10% Q2

2 Part Cumulative ExamWritten examPractical exam

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