Final lab report on blowguns due on Thursday, self-checked against rubric "Lab Grading Sheet" (which was one of the pages given out the first day of class) Please print two copies, one to turn in and one to keep in your binder. On Thursday you will peer-review these in class with Mrs. McKay.
Fill out the worksheet from class: http://www.haystack.mit.edu/edu/pcr/Data/pdf/Worksheet-Accuracy%20and%20Precision-Final.pdf For some video help, go here: http://vespr.org/chemistry/measurement-in-chemistry/accuracy-precision-and-percent-error
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Review vocabulary at quizlet: http://quizlet.com/13113654/world-of-chemistry-chapters-12-flash-cards/
One great thing we will be doing in class is teaching each other, and we will take turns. For next Monday, I would like Avery and Nathan to start with very short demonstrations/explanations. (See you emails, guys.)
Monday, September 16, 2013
Thursday, September 12, 2013
Due on Monday, Sept. 16th.
Worksheet from class: here, if you lost it
Read textbook Chapter 2.4-2.6. (pages 29-41)
The Science of Macaroni (watch the first and the third--I couldn't seem to delete the 2nd.)
Save the Date! Wednesday afternoon, October 16, we will head over the the new Exploratorium, which is on the Pier in San Francisco.
Worksheet from class: here, if you lost it
Read textbook Chapter 2.4-2.6. (pages 29-41)
The Science of Macaroni (watch the first and the third--I couldn't seem to delete the 2nd.)
Save the Date! Wednesday afternoon, October 16, we will head over the the new Exploratorium, which is on the Pier in San Francisco.
Monday, September 9, 2013
Monday's Homework due Thursday sept 12
Last Friday, you watched the ChemGuy's video on the Scientific Method and experimented a little with a candle. So maybe now you would like to know how it really works? Here are a couple links that can explain:
How Does a Candle Work?
How Fire Works
If you have not already done so, complete the worksheet handed out last Thursday, or can be reprinted here: Scientific Notation
And then go on to the second worksheet: Working with Scientific Notation
If this is new material, then do the ChemGuy's tutorial: http://www.gpb.org/chemistry-physics/chemistry/103 or your own math book.
Lab Report for "Build-a-Better Blowgun
Refer to the handout I gave last week on writing a lab report. Following that format, as best as you are able, write up what we did in class. This will be a rough draft and we will talk about how to polish it up on Thursday. Typed is good. Don't worry, I do not expect it to turn out perfect, just try your best. Thanks for class; I had a lot of fun and it seemed like you were making the most of the project.
Lastly, if you have received your textbook, start reading Chapter 2, sections 1-3 + answer section questions. (pages 21-29) ---and get a copy from your library of Uncle Tungsten.
Thursday, September 5, 2013
The Study of Stuff...Why Does It Matter?
A word about books: In this class I will refer to different kinds of books, and I want you to be careful to distinguish between the different kinds:
The Scientific Method 30min [right-click on the colored words; it will take you directly to a new page.] Print out these files:
Note Taking Guide Questions Part 1 Questions Part 2
Pause the video when asked and follow the directions. Take notes, filling in the worksheets as you go. YOU WILL NEED A CANDLE AND MATCHES AND Please FOLLOW SAFETY PROTOCOLS.
MythBusters!
watch the episode above (5 minutes), and write a summary in your notebook:
observations, hypothesis, experiment, conclusion. How did they follow the scientific method?
If you need help, feel free to call on any day except Sunday. 415 892-8540 Computer or printer issues? tell me right away. ALSO, DOES ANYONE HAVE A PVC PIPE CUTTER? Ask your dads, Lasleys, et al...Put it in your backpack right now and bring on Monday. And leave a comment.
Lastly, if you got the worksheet for scientific notation, it is due next Thursday. If you need a tutorial, go here: http://www.gpb.org/chemistry-physics/chemistry/103
- Textbook World of Chemistry - These belong to you; you may write in your own books.
- reading book (Uncle Tungsten) Please order a copy from Amazon or from your local library now.
- spiral bound notes book- to take notes from class and from the videos and textbook homework. Please title and date each new entry.
- 3-ring binder for handouts (separate or part of your big binder)
- lab notebook
- Please always have a calculator handy, and put some graph paper in your binder.
The Scientific Method 30min [right-click on the colored words; it will take you directly to a new page.] Print out these files:
Note Taking Guide Questions Part 1 Questions Part 2
Pause the video when asked and follow the directions. Take notes, filling in the worksheets as you go. YOU WILL NEED A CANDLE AND MATCHES AND Please FOLLOW SAFETY PROTOCOLS.
If you need help, feel free to call on any day except Sunday. 415 892-8540 Computer or printer issues? tell me right away. ALSO, DOES ANYONE HAVE A PVC PIPE CUTTER? Ask your dads, Lasleys, et al...Put it in your backpack right now and bring on Monday. And leave a comment.
Lastly, if you got the worksheet for scientific notation, it is due next Thursday. If you need a tutorial, go here: http://www.gpb.org/chemistry-physics/chemistry/103
Tuesday, August 20, 2013
...Somebody Pokes Their Eye Out!
Moms, this one's for you. Here's where I describe what Chemistry is going to look like, my way.
Turns out, my way has become pretty popular, educationally, these days. And there's a name for it: The Flipped Classroom. Here is a 60-second explanation:
On the left Video Bar, if you are interested, are some further explorations of how some teachers are approaching the task of teaching science. (If it looks like cars, ignore; it's a glitchy app.)
Things We Will Be Doing:
In Class
Students will need to acquire a textbook World of Chemistry 2002 edition,,(through Amazon.com-click here. Buy used!! the sooner you buy the better the price.) and a bound composition/lab notebook, plus a regular binder for handouts and notes. Plus safety goggles, lab apron, and at some point I will collect a materials fee, probably about $25. Some colored pencils and a decent calculator are also required. Students should have completed Algebra I.
If you have some chemistry equipment you would like to donate to the class, please do!
Homework:
I will post the homework on this blog by the morning following class, and I expect students to put in at least an hour on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays. It could take more time than this, depending on the student.
Since much of the content will be given online, please take responsible measures to keep out objectionable sites, as is appropriate to your family.
Please let me know if their are any special circumstances regarding your teen's needs from this course. I am happy to help and I appreciate good communication.
Sign up on left to get emails; AND LEAVE A COMMENT BELOW SO I KNOW YOU HAVE READ THIS. ;)
Turns out, my way has become pretty popular, educationally, these days. And there's a name for it: The Flipped Classroom. Here is a 60-second explanation:
On the left Video Bar, if you are interested, are some further explorations of how some teachers are approaching the task of teaching science. (If it looks like cars, ignore; it's a glitchy app.)
Things We Will Be Doing:
In Class
- Labs & demonstrations, mostly on Mondays
- Discussion on Thursdays: peer reviewing lab reports, going over math, correcting misconceptions and focusing on the main ideas. We will also do student presentations and demonstrations, and working in small groups to plan out experiments.
- Textbook reading, answering questions
- Watching online videos
- Writing lab report
- Preparing demonstrations to share with class
- Interesting Stuff
Students will need to acquire a textbook World of Chemistry 2002 edition,,(through Amazon.com-click here. Buy used!! the sooner you buy the better the price.) and a bound composition/lab notebook, plus a regular binder for handouts and notes. Plus safety goggles, lab apron, and at some point I will collect a materials fee, probably about $25. Some colored pencils and a decent calculator are also required. Students should have completed Algebra I.
If you have some chemistry equipment you would like to donate to the class, please do!
Homework:
I will post the homework on this blog by the morning following class, and I expect students to put in at least an hour on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays. It could take more time than this, depending on the student.
Since much of the content will be given online, please take responsible measures to keep out objectionable sites, as is appropriate to your family.
Please let me know if their are any special circumstances regarding your teen's needs from this course. I am happy to help and I appreciate good communication.
Sign up on left to get emails; AND LEAVE A COMMENT BELOW SO I KNOW YOU HAVE READ THIS. ;)
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