Science 14

Course name and abbreviation:

Science 14 Sci. 14

Grade Level:

Grade 10

Summary of course content and activities:

Unit A: Investigating Properties of Matter (Nature of Science Emphasis)
Unit B: Understanding Energy Transfer Technologies (Science and Technology Emphasis)
Unit C: Investigating Matter and Energy in Living Systems (Science and Technology Emphasis)
Unit D: Investigating Matter and Energy in the Environment (Social and Environmental Emphasis)

Who should be taking this course? For whom is this course designed and intended?

This is a Science class for grade ten students who do not need science for a post secondary institution.

Philosophy statement for and/or behind teaching this course (from Alberta Education)

Students graduating from Alberta schools require the scientific and related technological knowledge and skills that will enable them to understand and interpret their world and become productive members of society. They also need to develop attitudes that will motivate them to use their knowledge and skills in a responsible manner.

Pre-requisite(s):

Science 9

Forecasted amount of time required to complete each week's lesson:

Students should spend a minimum of 4 hrs per week on the science lessons and activities.

Description of student evaluations, quizzes, and tests:

Students are required to submit a variety of assignments for marking. These include research projects, experiment write ups, crossword puzzles, unit tests, etc.

Science 24

Course name and abbreviation:

Science 24 Sci. 24

Grade Level:

Grade 11

Summary of course content and activities:

Unit A: Applications of Matter and Chemical Change (Science and Technology Emphasis)
Unit B: Understanding Common Energy Conversion Systems (Science and Technology Emphasis)
Unit C: Disease Defense and Human Health (Social and Environmental Emphasis)
Unit D: Motion, Change and Transportation Safety (Nature of Science Emphasis)