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SNC 1DO: GRADE 9 ACADEMIC SCIENCE Holy Names Catholic High School 1400 Northwood Street, Windsor Ontario, N9E 1A4 519 966 2504
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Prerequisites: None
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Textbook: Barker et al Science 9 Perspectives Nelson Thomson Learning. 2010 |
Course Code: SNC 1DO |
Credit Value: 1 |
Time Frame: 1 SEMESTER |
Course Description:
This course enables students to understand basic concepts in biology, chemistry, earth and space science, and physics; to develop skills in the processes of scientific inquiry; and to relate science to technology, society, and the environment. Students will learn scientific theories and conduct investigations related to cell division and reproduction; atomic and molecular structures and the properties of elements and compounds; the universe and space exploration; and the principles of electricity.
An in depth exploration of these documents and strategies can be found in the Main Office and on the Board’s website.
Course Organization and Units of Study
Unit 1
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Biology: Sustainable Ecosystems |
Unit 2
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Chemistry: Atoms, Elements and Compounds
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Unit 3
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Physics: The Characteristics of Electricity
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Unit 4
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Earth And Space: The Study of the Universe
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Evaluation of Student Achievement
All students will be assessed frequently and given multiple opportunities to practice and demonstrate their level of achievement of the course expectations.
Learning Skills
- Teachers will support students in finding connections between the Learning Skills and Catholic Graduate Expectations.
- Teachers will provide multiple opportunities for students to demonstrate their learning skills in the following categories:
- Works Independently
- Teamwork
- Organization
- Work Habits
- Initiative
The learning skills will be evaluated using the four-point scale:
E – Excellent G – Good
S – Satisfactory N - Needs Improvement
Term Work – 70% of Final Grade
Achievement Categories
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Knowledge & Understanding |
40% |
Thinking & Investigation |
30% |
Application |
15% |
Communication |
15% |
Term Tasks to Include :
Final Evaluation 30% Written Exam and/or Practical Exam
Key Policies
Absence Policy: (School Policy)
Attendance is important for success. Excessive absenteeism may make high level performance difficult and will probably impact your final grade.
In general work missed due to absence must be made up on the day of return or at the discretion of the teacher.
You are responsible for work missed. If you are absent, your study buddy is the first person you should call to find out what went on in class during your absence. Your study buddy will collect any handouts and other information for you while you are absent.
- Homework Policy:
You are expected to review current class work on a regular basis. This will make studying much easier.
Homework will be checked periodically. If homework is incomplete be prepared to phone your parent and explain the reason to them.
A surprise quiz on current work can be given at any time.
Testing Policy All tests are compulsory.
Administrative exemptions due to test conflicts will be dealt with on an individual basis.
If there is a conflict with a test date, it is the responsibility of the student to make arrangements with the teacher prior to the test date.
If insufficient summative evidence is available for proper evaluation of progress, the results of the relevant portions of the final evaluation may be substituted for missing items.
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Submission of Late Assignments: (Board Policy)
Assignments are due at the beginning of class unless otherwise stated.
If a student submits assignments late, the teacher:
- Must document or track late submissions. Teachers may use the Missed or Late Assignment Student Contract.
- Must consult with the student and determine a plan of action to correct this behavior. Teachers may use a variety of methods for dealing with late and missed assignments.
- May contact the student’s parent/guardian.
- May need to inform Administration or school success team.
Teachers will use their professional judgment when extenuating circumstances arise.
If a student fails to submit a major assignment on time, the student will be given a new due date at the teacher’s discretion. The teacher may use the same assignment or modify the original one. Failure to submit the original/alternate assignment on the second due date may result in a mark of zero. |
Plagiarism: (Board Policy)
If it is determined that a student has plagiarized, the following will happen:
- The plagiarism will be reported to the school administration,
- The student will receive a mark of zero (0),
- The student will be provided an opportunity to resubmit the assignment,
- The first assignment will be recorded in Markbook© as a zero (0),
- The second assignment will also be recorded in Markbook© with the same weight,
- The parent/guardian will be notified and other consequences, including suspension, may be assigned.
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