Chem Syllabus

Schenck High School

45 North St.

East Millinocket, ME 04430

746-3511

www.schenckhs.org

Name of Course: Chemistry One

Instructor’s Name: Mrs. Kim A. Glidden; kglidden@msln.net

Phone Numbers: School 746-3511; Home 746-5513

Texts Used: Wilbraham, Staley, Matta, and Waterman. (2005) Chemistry. Needham, MA: Prentice Hall.

(2005) Chemistry: Concepts and Applications. New York:

Glencoe.

Additional Materials: ChemMatters magazine and various lab manuals, videos, reference books.

Requirements:

A willingness to apply oneself to individual and team work.

Textbook: You will be issued a text at the beginning of the year. You are expected to bring your book to every class.

Notebook with pockets that will be used for class notes, assignments, and working problems. It will be important to keep notes, problem sets, and corrected work in one location.

Scientific calculator- or any calculator capable of handling scientific notation.

Pen/pencil & paper bring these to every class. You will need them.

Prerequisites: Physical/Earth Science and Biology; a strong background in algebra.

Grade Level: Junior year/Grade 11

Course Description: This course will cover the basic concepts of chemistry including the composition, structure, and properties of matter as well as chemical interactions. A portion of the course will naturally require problem-solving skills. Labs will serve an important function in introducing concepts or applying concepts already learned. This course will emphasize concepts and minimize memorization. Therefore, questions on tests and quizzes will probe for understanding. For example, you will not be asked to memorize the periodic table of elements, however, you will be expected to use it to solve problems.

Learning Outcomes: By the end of this course, you will be able to do the following:

Understand laboratory safety.

Use skills in laboratory procedures for experiencing chemical processes.

Use basic science processes and skills to investigate problems and arrive at valid conclusions.

Understand the physical and chemical properties of substances based on their atomic structure.

Manipulate formulas and make predictions about reactions involving various substances.

Integrate technology into the study of chemistry.

Realize real world applications of chemistry and have an awareness of career opportunities with chemistry as their base.

Instructional Methods/Strategies:

New information will be presented to you in lecture format and reinforced through laboratory activities, research projects, videos, discussion, and art activities. Study groups are encouraged. This course covers a large amount of material. Furthermore, as each concept is learned, another concept is built onto the previous one. It is important that you understand that every chapter is significant. You cannot cay, "I’ll rest this chapter and pick up on the next one." That kind of mentality will haunt you.

Course Outline: (content)

Introduction to Chemistry

Measurement and Problem Solving

Matter and Energy

Structure of the Atom

Electron Configuration

The Periodic Table

Chemical Bonding

Chemical Formulas

The Mathematics of Chemical Formulas

Chemical Equations and Kinds of Reactions

Course Standards:

Structure of Matter

Performance indicator #1. Trace the development of models of the atom to the present and

describe how each model reflects the scientific understanding of their time

Performance indicator #2. Analyze how matter is affected by changes in temperature, pressure and

volume.

Performance indicator #4. Describe an application of the Law of Conservation of Matter.

Performance indicator #5. Describe how atoms are joined by chemical bonding.

Performance indicator #6. Compare the physical and chemical characteristics of elements.

Energy

Performance indicator #9. Demonstrate an understanding that energy can be found in chemical

bonds and can be used when it is released from those bonds.

Motion

Performance indicator #5. Explain the relationship between temperature, heat, and molecular

motion.

Performance indicator #6. Describe how forces within and between atoms affect their behavior and

the properties of matter.

Inquiry and Problem Solving

Performance indicator #1. Make accurate observations using appropriate tools and units of

measure.

Performance indicator #2. Verify, evaluate, and use results in a purposeful way. This includes

analyzing and interpreting data, making predictions based on observed patterns, testing solutions

against the original problem conditions, and formulating additional questions.

Performance indicator #3. Demonstrate the ability to use scientific inquiry and technological

method with short term and long term investigations, recognizing that there is more than one way

to solve a problem. Demonstrate knowledge of when to try different strategies.

Scientific Reasoning

Performance indicator #3. Develop generalizations based on observations.

Performance indicator #4. Determine when there is a need to revise studies in order to improve

their validity through better sampling, controls or data analysis techniques.

Performance indicator #6. Analyze situations where more than one logical conclusion can be

drawn.

Communication

Performance indicator #2. Use journals and self-assessment to describe and analyze scientific

and analyze scientific and technological experiences and to reflect on problem-solving processes.

Performance indicator #4. Employ graphs, tables, and maps in making arguments and drawing

conclusions.

Performance indicator #7. Use computers to organize data, generate models, and do research for

problem solving.

Evaluation/Assessment Methods:

Homework: Homework will be assigned on most days and will be due at the beginning of the next class meeting unless I tell you otherwise. In this class homework is meant to be a learning experience. These assignments allow you to practice what you learned in class. Your assignments will be graded on a point scale based on completeness and thoroughness. If you give an honest effort completing each assignment, you will receive all the points possible. All late work will receive a maximum of half of the points. Late work is due the next class meeting after the due date. Any assignments turned in later than the next class meeting will not receive any credit. If you are absent, it is YOUR responsibility to get the assignments. A make-up period of three days is granted for excused absences. Unexcused absences will result in a zero for any work missed. Work that is not completed during the three day allotment period will not be accepted. All extenuating circumstances must be brought to my attention, and a decision will be made as to the amount of time allotted for make-up work to be completed.

Tests/Quizzes: You will be given as much notice as possible for upcoming tests. The test format will be based primarily on short answer questions and problems to solve with some multiple choice and matching. You will be asked to think and respond. Recognition of answers will not be adequate to pass a test. Be sure to save your returned papers, as these are a primary source of questions for my final exams. If I felt it was important enough to ask on a test, chances are a similar question will appear on the exam. If you are absent on the day of a quiz or a test, it is your responsibility to make it up either before or after school ASAP! When you return to school from being absent, please see me and will schedule a time to make it up. You have exactly 1 week to make up a test or quiz. It is very important to complete missed work ASAP! This course is cumulative, and you will be responsible for new material when you return to class!!

Labs: Labs are an important component of any science course. We will conduct a mix of traditional and micro labs. You will need to formal lab reports. I have attached the format for them to this syllabus. If possible, we will also complete a couple of open-ended labs. If you are absent, you are expected to see me to set up a time for you to make up the lab. All labs must be made up within one week from your absence, or you will receive a grade of zero for the lab/lab report.

Lab Safety/Health: You will be required to turn in lab safety material that has been read and signed by parents. You will also complete a unit and written test on laboratory safety before completing experiments. It is expected that all you will follow safety rules or they will not be allowed to participate in laboratory. Failure to participate in laboratory will result in a lower grade for the class.

Projects: Projects will be assigned at various times throughout the year. They will be due on the date specified. Projects will be assigned with a rubric so that you will always know what is expected and what points are possible on the project.

Grading: Your grade will be determined by points earned versus points possible on classroom assignments, daily quizzes, project/reports, homework assignments, chapter tests, labs and lab reports. A point earned on a test is given the same weight as a point from a quiz, lab or project. Your grade is determined by the points YOU EARN (accumulate) divided by the total number of points possible. The total points for each ranking period should be between 500-850 points possible.

Example: Quiz Test Project Total

You score 18 74 95 187

Total possible 20 100 100 220

Current Grade = 85%

If you have questions or concerns about your grade, you should make an appointment with me after class or before or after school. Do not ask me about your grade during class time!

Expectations for success:

General: You will arrive on time, follow my instructions, bring required materials, participate in class activities, follow lab safety procedures, treat classmates with respect, and complete assigned homework and assignments.

Extra Help: Please come in and see me if you need any help. Sometimes all it takes is a few minutes to clear up a misunderstanding about an idea. I am always available after school Monday through Thursday until about 3:30. If you have a seventh hour problem and need me to stay after for a longer period of time, please make an appointment with me. If you cannot stay after school for extra help but can come in before school, make an appointment with me.