SCIENCE 9
Course Outline
Glenmary School 2014-2015
Instructor: Mr.Gagnon
Introduction:
Science 9 is an integrated academic course that helps students better understand and
apply the fundamental concepts and skills that cut across biology, chemistry and physics.
It is a prerequisite for science 10 and a minimum grade of 65% is recommended for
entrance into science 9. Students not achieving this benchmark will be requested to either
repeat Science 9 or take Science 14, depending on the individual’s mark and
circumstances.
General Objectives:
1. Developing a critical sense of wonder and curiosity about scientific and technological endeavors.
2. Using science and technology to acquire new knowledge and solve problems, so that they may
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improve the quality of their own lives, and the lives of others.
Critically addressing science related societal, economic, ethical and environmental issues.
Gaining a foundation in science that creates opportunities for them to pursue progressively higher
levels of study, prepares them for science related occupations, and engages them in science related
hobbies appropriate to their interests and abilities.
Developing knowledge of the wide spectrum of careers related to science, technology and the
environment.
Tentative Schedule:
Topics
Unit I
Space Exploration
 Investigate ways that human understanding of Earth and space
 Identify problems for space exploration, and life in space
 Describe the science of telescopes and space probes
 Identify issues arising from the application of space technology
Unit II
Biological Diversity
 Investigate diversity among species and within species
 Investigate the nature of reproductive processes
 Describe the role of genetics in the continuity and variation of a species
 Identify impacts of human action on species survival
Unit III
Electrical Principals and Technologies
 Investigate the use of devices to convert electrical energy
 Describe technologies for transfer and control of electrical energy
 Identify and evaluate the efficiency of energy conversions
 Describe the societal and environmental implications of electrical energy
Unit IV
Matter and Chemical Change
 Investigate materials, and describe properties
 Describe and interpret patterns in chemical reactions
 Describe ideas used in interpreting the chemical nature of matter
 Apply chemical nomenclature in describing matter
Unit V
Environmental Chemistry
 Investigate the role of different substances in the environment
 Identify processes for monitoring air and water quality
 Analyze and evaluate mechanisms affecting the distribution of harmful
substances
Provisional Dates
September - October
November - December
January – February
March – April
May- June
SCIENCE 9
Course Outline
Glenmary School 2014-2015
Resources: The main resource for this course will be the Addison Wesley Science 9.
Glenmary R.O.C.K.S.
Respect
Organization
Cooperation
Kindness
Safety
- Listen to all
- Be punctual and prepared
- use positive and
- walk in an orderly
- talk and work quietly
supervisors
for class
encouraging language
fashion
- Let others learn
- Keep desk area/personal
- keep hands and feet
- work as a team
- use a quiet voice
without interruption
space tidy
to self
- Respect teachers’,
- Complete assigned tasks
- ask permission to
- be friendly and
school’s and other’s
in a timely manner
leave
include others
property
* The Glenmary RO.C.K.S. Behaviour Plan will be strictly enforced. Please see the student handbook and Glenmary website
for details.
Requirements for Success
1. ATTENDANCE: Students must make every effort to attend all classes. Regular attendance is one of
the most important factors for academic success. Lateness is a form of disrespect. If you are late, you
are still expected to attend class. Enter the room quietly, sit down and get to work. Do not disrupt the
class.
2. STUDY: Regular studying and review of course material at home and preparation for quizzes and
tests is essential
3. RESPONSIBLE: Students are responsible to obtain and/or make up all missed readings, notes,
materials, assignments, quizzes and/or labs during any absence. Students may obtain missed items
from other students or the instructor at an appropriate time so as not to disturb the class.
4. QUESTION: Be sure to ask questions to clarify concepts. Please make an appointment with your
teacher to ensure that you get the help that you need.
5. BEHAVIOUR: Mature and considerate behaviour is expected in class. Students who do not meet an
acceptable standard of behaviour will not be permitted to continue disrupting others.
Assessment:
We will participate in a variety of formative exercises throughout the course that will be based on the
specific outcomes as outlined in the Alberta Program of Studies for Mathematics.
Formative assessments are learning activities given to students specifically for the purpose of practicing.
These activities provide teachers, students and parents with valuable tracking information about academic
progress and where to focus their efforts for improvement.
Please refer to the table below for a guide explaining the score codes teachers will use for formative
assessments.
Formative Assessments
Score Codes
Meaning
NM
Not Meeting the assessed outcomes
B
Indicates a Basic demonstration of knowledge, skills and attitudes
P
Indicates a Proficient demonstration of knowledge, skills and attitudes
E
Indicates an Excellent demonstration of knowledge, skills and attitudes
For this course, each student will have a portfolio of student work and daily assignments and are provided
for informative feedback and a history of progress throughout the year. Each student has the right to second
chance any test they wish, they must complete the SECOND CHANCE FORM found on the Glenmary
website (HFCRD website→Schools→Glenmary →Parents→Forms→Second Chance).
SCIENCE 9
Course Outline
Glenmary School 2014-2015
The class mark will be based on summative assessments that will be done in front of a teacher and will be
solely based on the public published student learning outcomes as outlined in the Alberta Program of
Studies for Mathematics.
Summative assessments are given to students to evaluate their knowledge and skills after they have been
adequately prepared. These activities are used to determine student achievement in relation to the
curriculum outcomes for each course. Summative assessments for this course include labs, assignments,
quizzes, tests and the final exam. These scores will be communicated using percentages.
A student’s course grade will be determined as follows:

Formative Assessments – 0%
Summative Assessment
Lab reports –
science fair
Unit tests
Year End Final
test
Quizzes
All labs count towards the 10%
10%
Each of the 5 units will have a Unit test. 50%
These tests will cover all the materials
in that unit. The science fair lab counts
as a unit test.
The final exam of the year will cover all 20%
units and all materials.
Students will have quizzes throughout
the units. These quizzes count but not
as much as Unit exams.
20%
Materials:
Students will need for every Science class:
 Binder and a note book inside and dividers
 Pens, Pencils and highlighter (at least 1 red pen)
 Ruler
 Agenda (up to the individual discretion of each parent)
 Textbook
Marks:
Marks will be posted in PowerSchool within 7-10 days of assignment being completed. A completed
checkmark will indicate that the student has handed the assignment in on time.