PLEASE NOTE:
- This course includes teacher services. The auto-graded option is not yet available.
Primary Grade: 9
Grade Range: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit Equivalency:
Semester: 0.5 Credits
Full year: 1 Credit
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Physical Science students are introduced to the principles of chemistry and physics so that they may develop a better understanding of atoms, chemical reactions, and nuclear interactions. Students explore the properties and states of matter and investigate chemical bonds and reactions. Students will investigate the development of the periodic table, an outline of modern atomic theory, and organic and nuclear chemistry. Additionally, students study Newton’s laws of motion while considering the interactions between motion, forces, energy, and thermodynamics. As a prerequisite to Physical Science, students must have completed Algebra I and must possess basic spreadsheet, word processing, and presentation software knowledge.
In the credit recovery instance of this course, pre- and post-tests measure student mastery at the learning objective level. Students are excused from credit recovery course content based on the results of the topical pre-tests, which allows them to focus on the content they've not yet mastered.
COURSE TOPICS
- Periodic Table
- Atomic Structure
- Chemical Reactions
- Acids, Bases, and Solutions
- Nuclear Chemistry
- Motions & Forces
- Work & Energy
- Thermal Energy & Heat
TEACHER SERVICES
This course includes teacher services. All course teachers are certified, subject-area content experts. The teacher will grade student assessments and provide detailed feedback. The course teacher is available to answer student questions via email, during scheduled office hours, or by virtual appointment. The teacher will carry out documented modifications and accommodations that are applicable to the online course. Progress monitoring and supplemental material will be provided by the teacher as needed.