SCIENCE 10
Course Outline
Glenmary School semester 2, 2016
Instructor: Mrs. C. MacAdam
Introduction:
Science 10 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 these 20-level courses and a minimum grade of 60% is
recommended for entrance into Biology 20, Chemistry 20, and/or Physics 20. Students
not achieving this benchmark will be requested to either repeat Science 10 or take
Science 14 or 24, depending on the individual’s mark and circumstances.
General Objectives:
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Gain an increased understanding of the nature of science, and use of the scientific method to
answer questions and solve problems.
Develop an awareness of the impact of science and related technologies on society, the
economy, and upon the local and global environment.
Develop safe and efficient laboratory skills, and demonstrate the ability to work cooperatively
with others.
Be able to apply the knowledge and skills learned in science class to choices and decisions
involving science and technology, at home, or in the workplace.
Students will gain the ability to make informed decisions about further career studies and
careers in science.
Tentative Schedule:
Topics
Unit 1
Chemistry
Describe the basic particles that make up the structure of matter
Explain how elements combine to form compounds and name them
Write word and balanced chemical equations
Unit exam early March (6 weeks)
Unit 2
Physics
Describe energy transformations in various technologies
Describe and calculate changes in motion
Apply principles of energy conservation
Unit exam mid April ( 6 weeks)
Unit 3
Biology
Describe the history of the cell and technological advances with the microscope
Describe the structure and function of cells
Analyze plants as an example of multicellularism
Unit exam end of May (5weeks)
Unit 4
Ecology
Describe how input solar energy, output terrestrial energy and energy flow within the
biosphere affect the lives of humans and other species
Analyze the relationships among net solar energy, global energy transfer processes
primarily radiation, convection and hydrologic cycle - and climate.
Relate climate major biomes and compare biomes
Investigate and interpret the role of environmental factors on global energy transfer and
climate change
Unit exam June (2 weeks)
Resources: The main resource for this course will be the Addison Wesley Science 10.
SCIENCE 10
Course Outline
Glenmary School semester 2, 2016
Evaluation:
Labs skills
Quizzes
Exams
Common Final Exam
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5%
60%
30%
SUPPLIES
The following supplies are required everyday:
 scientific calculator
 ruler, pencils, eraser
 lined paper, graph paper
Requirements for Success
Successful students in Science 10 are known to do most of the following:
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Ask questions during class when they don’t understand.
Review their notes (2 – 5 minutes after class or at night).
Read their text when they need to (personal decision here).
Ensure due dates are met to avoid homework hall.
Use their time productively in class by:
o doing science in science class rather than other course work.
o staying focused on the task at hand rather than wasting valuable assignment and
practice time socializing.
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Complete and correct their practice problems and assignments (binder at the back
or online) AS SOON AS POSSIBLE AFTER THEY ARE ASSIGNED. Delaying doing
them until the night before the exam will result in frustration with the material.
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Get and copy notes and complete missed work immediately following the class they missed.
Come for help when they are struggling well before an exam or the due date of an
assignment (ask about lunch or before/after school). Often 5 – 10 minutes is all that is need
to clarify a concept or procedure.
Study well in advance for quizzes and exams by:
o re-doing practice problems and assignment problems (not all of them but enough to
know if they have got the skill). Simply reading your notes is NOT enough for most
of us.
o reviewing their notes for factual information, concepts and formulas/charts that were
highlighted to be important.
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Place a checkmark beside the items above that you do on a regular basis. If you are not meeting your goals
and there are items that are not checked then you know what you need to do to improve. You can come for
help any time without an appointment.
Write your goal for this class below. Review it at the beginning of each unit. You are welcome to add to your
goal during the year.
My Goal in Science 10 is:
If you have any questions regarding this course or concerns about your child’s progress, please feel free to
contact me at the school (624-5656)). If you prefer, my email address is cathy.macadam@hfcrd.ab.ca. My
website can be found at google classroom and marks are updated regularly at
https://powerschool.hfcrd.ab.ca/public/
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