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SYLLABUSCHEMISTRY

Teacher: Douglas R. Brown

Phone: (270) 692-6066 ext. 208

E-mail: doug.brown@marion.kyschools.us

Conference: 5th Period (12:58 – 1:58)

Website: http://marionky.ky.schoolwebpages.com/education/staff/staff.php?sectionid=519&

Course Description

Chemistry explores the structure and changes to matter and energy. This course will give students skills to investigate and interpret real world applications of chemistry.

Students wishing to pursue college in a science field should register for an advanced chemistry course.

Prerequisite: Earth/Space/Physics and Biology

Classroom Procedures

• Students are expected to be in their assigned seats prior to the final the bell.

• Objectives or bell ringer will be placed on the board at the beginning of class. Students are expected to copy and complete task without instruction

• Instruction will take various forms (lecture, practice problems, labs, etc.). Each activity will have a specific procedure to follow (moving tables, collaboration, etc.) which will be detailed during class.

• Students are to remain in their assigned seats until the bell rings. Do NOT stand next to door.

Class Rules

• Follow all school policies (student handbook).• Respect others and their property

– Be courteous and quiet while others speak– Do not touch other’s property without permission

• Be prepared and on time to class everyday.• If you are absent, it is your responsibility to get

notes, assignments, etc.• Take pride in all your work – Be neat

Required Class Materials

• Textbook

• Notebook (3-ring binder or equivalent)

• White loose leaf paper (students may use a spiral notebook, but they are expected to place in binder)

• Pencils and pen (blue or black)

• Scientific Calculator

Homework

Homework consists of practice problems, reading assignments, and study guides. No homework assignments will be accepted once it is returned to students (usually 1 day after due date). If a student does not turn in an assignment or wants to improve their grade on the assignment, he/she may complete an alternate homework assignment. The alternate assignment are available on my website or will be printed at the students request. Alternate assignments will be evaluated but not returned to the student.

Quizzes

Quizzes evaluate foundational skills required to master an objective. Students will receive immediate feedback on their performance. If a student is absent for a quiz he/she may be exempted from the quiz.

Labs

Laboratory activities coincide with the content being presented in class. Laboratory activities will focus on decisions regarding procedures and forming conclusions based on data. Though hazards are minimal, students must assume responsibility for their own personal safety and that of people working them. If a student does not obey safety rules he/she may be barred from future activities.

Tutoring

If you are having trouble with any topic in this class, please do not hesitate to ask for assistance. Tutoring will occur during academic time and after school by appointment. Students staying after school are allowed to retest (if needed) immediately following tutoring.

Exams

There will be a full period exam at the end of each unit. Exams will consist of multiple choice questions and a free-response section. Objectives will be given in class to correlate with instruction. Exam questions will correspond to these objectives and be grouped accordingly on exams. There will typically be 4 to 16 questions asked pertaining to each standard.

Retests

Students may retest any specific standard two times. The student will not be required to retest the entire unit exam, but only those questions pertaining to specific standard of the student’s choosing. To be eligible for retesting, students must complete remediation of the instructor’s choosing. Remediation will typically include, but not limited to: reflections on standard, completing homework assignments, attend tutoring, and/or addition problems. Retests will consist of different questions reflecting the same standards as the original exam.

 

Grading SystemAll Grades Are Recorded as percentage of total

questions

The final course grade is determined by:

Unit Exams Average = 60%

Daily Grades Average = 20%

Final = 20%

Grading SystemAll Grades Are Recorded as percentage of total

questionsGrading ScaleA 90-100 ExcellentB 80-89 Above AverageC 70-79 AverageD 60-69 Below AverageF ≤ 59 Failure

Make up work/exams when absent

• Finding out missed work is the responsibility of the student, and should be presented to teacher to ensure credit.

• For prolonged absences, student must make arrangements with the teacher on the day he/she returns to school.

• All unit exams must be taken. • Students may be required to complete alternate homework

assignments • In the case of short absences, student may be expected to

take the exam with class or at an assigned time at the teacher’s discretion.

• If a student does not complete missing work by specified time, then a grade of 0 is given.

• NO work will be given for EXTRA CREDIT.

Instructional Philosophy

• Scientific knowledge has developed and changed since the beginning of humans. Scientists continue to develop ideas of previous scientist expanding knowledge and understanding. Galileo said, “If I’ve seen farther than others, it’s because I’ve stood on the shoulders of giants.”

• It is my goal to teach students the knowledge of these “giants” and the skills to investigate phenomena using scientific techniques. This will be accomplished by lecture, demonstrations, labs (groups), and research (individual).

• Students are encouraged to help (not just copy) each other with homework and activities. However, it is important that each student learn the information and skills prior to quizzes and exams.

Responsibilities

Teacher Responsibilities: Present information in a logical and organized manor Give students the resources and direction to succeed. Respond to student questions and evaluations to further

their knowledge and understanding

Student Responsibilities: Follow classroom rules and procedures Take notes during lecture Ask question to further your understanding Participate in labs and activities Complete assignments (not copy)

Course Outline: Each unit will be followed by an exam

1. Matter

2. Atomic Structure

3. Nuclear Chemistry

4. Periodic Table

5. Chemical Bonding

6. Chemical Naming

7. Molecular Geometry

8. IMF & Solutions

9. Moles

10.Chemical Reactions

11.Stoichiometry

12.ACT Prep

Notebook Format

Date Objective

Objective

Notebook Format

04/19/23 Objectives:

Explain the requirements of Chemistry

Communicate to parents these requirements

Homework: Explain requirements of course to parents