Welcome to Chemistry 20

Tentative Course Outline

Think. Attempt. Learn. Succeed.

Instructor: Email: Website:

Nelson MacDougall macdougn@prsd.ab.ca www.mrmacdougall.weebly.com

Teaching Methods
It will be important and also expected that multiple teaching methods will be used in a science class. There will be lectures, demonstrations, as well as multimedia sources being used. You as students will experience both individual and group work throughout the year. The use of various computer programs can be expected from you as well. The overall teaching method will be determined and modified upon further review of your needs.

Topics of Study
Unit
Review

Topic Objectives
Basic review of material to prepare for course work. After the review a test will be given on which students must score a grade of >60%. If a student is unable to score > 60% they will be required to attend an afterschool help session, then have another chance to score >60% The major focus of this unit is to relate theories about bonding to the properties of matter and to develop explanations and descriptions of structure and bonding through scientific models. The major focus of this unit is to expand knowledge of the nature of matter through the investigation of the properties and behaviours of gases. The major focus of this unit is to gain insight into the nature of matter through an investigation of change in the context of solutions, acids and bases.

(~ 5 Classes)

A Diversity of Matter and Chemical Bonding

(~ 17 Classes)

B Forms of Matter: Gases

(~ 12 Classes)

C Matter as Solutions: Acids and Bases

(~ 25 Classes)

D Quantitative Relationships in Chemical Changes

(~ 25 Classes)

The major focus of this unit is on chemical change and the quantitative relationships using stoichiometry within balanced chemical equations to predict quantities of substances consumed or produced.

-If time permits, there will be an introduction to organic chemistry

Evaluation/Assessment
Evaluation per Reporting Period Unit Exams35% Assignments, Quizzes, Projects40% Labs25% Final Course Evaluation Average of Reporting Periods 60% Final Exam 40%

Check-upsand Quizzes are held within each unit and a final unit exam after each unit. Not all work handed in will be used in determining students average. A units grad will be weighted based on the number of days required for that unit

Course Materials
     Nelson Chemistry Alberta 20/30(bring with you every class!!!) Lined, graph, and blank paper 2 inch binder (recommendation is to use a binder as hand outs will be given) Writing utensil, Scientific Calculator, Coloured Pencils Something to hold your hair back while working in lab

Extra Help
If you are unsure of something ask! I am here for you!! Take the time to ask me questions or set up an appointment to get extra help.Use the website as much as possible as it is updated frequently and checked often. There are many other resources at your disposal when a situation like this arises and I encourage you to use them all. You should ask at least 2 other classmates before approaching me with a question. The ideal time to ask a question is during work time, at the end of class, during lunch, or after school.

Missed or Late Work

Missed Unit Exams: If you miss a unit exam for ANY REASON and DO NOT MAKE PRIOR ARRANGEMENTS, you will be required to write a make-up exam. There will be two make-up exams during the year, each covering approximately half of the years material (These exams will not be cumulative, however some material may overlap depending on the nature of the material). You will be assigned an incomplete for the exam(s) you missed. When you write the appropriate make-up exam, I will substitute that mark in for yourincomplete. These make-up exams are very challenging, cover lots of material and should not be looked upon as a way to improve upon a bad unit exam score. If you know you are going to be absent on a unit exam day, let me know and other arrangements can be made. Missed Lab Work: If a lab is missed, the student must make up that lab within 2 days of the original lab. Due to the technical nature of labs, not all labs will be able to be made up by students. If a student misses a lab and the lab cannot be made up due to the nature of the lab, with valid written permission, he/she will receive an omit on the work. Without valid written permission, the student will be given an incomplete. Late Assignments: Assignments or projects handed in late will be accepted up until the end of that section (i.e. up until the chapter test) with a deduction of 10%. This is not an excuse to hand in assignments or projects late. If a student does not hand in the project by the cutoff date they can write the midterm to replace the incomplete.

Rules
1. Be respectful of yourself, others, and the staff 2. Be ready in your seat when the bell rings 3. Be responsible for yourself and the actions you take
1. This means no cheating or copying or using others work as your own, no name calling, no teasing, allow others to work, level of voice should be appropriate, no swearing, encourage others, help others, listen to instructions, allow both sides to express their opinion,no phones, ipods, or other mp3 or digital devices. This means do not be late, have all books with you, go to the bathroom before class begins, talking should stop, all prior work should be completed This means when a class is missed make sure you get caught up, meet deadlines in advance if you will be away, realize that actions you take will be handled in a fair manner.

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Tips for Success

     This is a fast paced, in your face, material rich class. There are many specific details to cover which require dedication on your part. Be sure to review and do course work at home to ensure full understanding. Attendance is a MUST!!! You can not expect to do good in class if you are never in class! There are very strict rules in place at Paul Rowe which will be followed. When entering the class follow Rule 2. All work will be handed in at the beginning of class in the designated area. I encourage working together but thinking for yourself. Cheating or copying others work is plagiarism which is a crime, hence a mark of zero will be given in such cases. This includes research! See Rule 1. Safety is a key for success. Being safe allows you to stay in the classroom, staying in the classroom allows you to succeed! Participate!!! Work Hard!!! Have Fun!!!

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------CHEM 20 Parents and Students are encouraged to read this outline as soon as possible to the beginning of the term. To show you have read this outline, please attach your signature. Student Name:___________________________ Parent Name:___________________________ Student Signature:___________________________ Parent Signature: ___________________________

*return this signed within 2 days to receive 5 bonus marks to be distributed at the end of the semester