SNC 2P1 –Grade 10 Applied Science
Semester 1: September 2011-January 2012
Welcome to Grade 10 applied science!
Teacher: J. Beaton
This course enables students to develop a deeper understanding of concepts in biology,
chemistry, earth and space science, and physics, and to apply their knowledge of science in
real world situations. Students are given opportunities to develop further practical skills in
scientific investigation. Students will plan and conduct investigations into everyday problems
and issues related to human cells and body systems; chemical reactions; factors affecting
climate change and the interaction of light and matter.
Prerequisite: Science, Grade 9 Applied
You are expected to take all notes, complete assignments, maintain a
folder/notebook, and participate in class discussions, labs and field trips.
ACHIEVEMENT CATEGORIES
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING:
Understanding of concepts
Understanding of relationships among facts, ideas, concepts and theories
30%
(quizzes, concept maps, test, word web, discussion)
THINKING/INQUIRY/PROBLEM SOLVING/REASONING:
Reflecting, analyzing, hypothesizing
Formulating questions, planning, interpreting, (research, problem solving,
making predictions)
20%
COMMUNICATION:
Communication of information and ideas
Using voice, writing, graphically, pictorially
20%
Other- (jeopardy, questioning, discussion , oral reporting, brainstorming)
APPLICATION:
Applying concepts and facts to familiar and unfamiliar situations (models,
drama, tableau, presentation, experiment, bulletin board)
30%