Scientific Processes 2

     

Course Description:

The Scientific Process class is a hands-on class that teaches the student how to use and think through the steps of the scientific process. Each month a new topic will be reviewed in class, and hands-on experiments will be done each week to help the students understand the concepts being taught. Topics will include: Electricity, Magnetism, Reactions, Force, Motion, Geology, Chemistry, and more. We will use the steps of the scientific method not only to solve problems in class, but also to see how scientists throughout history have used these steps to make many of the discoveries we take for granted today.

Labs:

A key component to Scientific Explorations are the lab experiences. Lab materials are included in the registration fee and include items such as cork, test tubes, tape measure, protractor, funnel, stopwatch, and over 100 other materials . The labs encompass a wide range of topics including Electricity, Magnetism, Reactions, Force, Motion, Geology, Chemistry, and more.

Long Term Assignment:

Completion of a Science Fair Project to be judged at the CHEER Science Fair. This long term assignment begins in early fall so that the project is spread over a long period of time. The teacher provides feedback and assistance throughout the process.

Text:

God's Design for Chemistry and Ecology, a series of three books.

Pre-requisites:

This course is designed for students in grades 4-7.

Testing/Grading:

One long term project will be completed each semester involving using the steps of the scientific method as a way to prepare students to take part in a Science Fair exhibition. This will give them the hands-on experience of completing a project like this, but with guidance and assistance along the way.

Schedule :

This course will be offered in 2011-2012 on Tuesdays from 1:00 - 2:30 PM or Thursdays from 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM.  Students may come early or stay late for lunch at 12:00 with other classes. Refer to the calendar for specific dates.

Tuition and Fees :

Tuition is $50 per month per student enrolled. There is a one-time lab fee of $50 for this class that includes all lab materials for the year.

Location:  Hooch River Christian Academy

Instructor: Ann Beindorf