7 Science
Posted on August 28, 2022WELCOME to Science 7 (2022-2023)
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Homework/Assignments
- Students will write all daily assignments and upcoming test dates on their agendas.
- Weekly assignments and announcements are posted online on Schoology.
https://arlingtondiocese.schoology.com/ - Students should review vocabulary and daily notes frequently.
“Life Science” (Biology / Nature /Study Of Living Things)
Course Description:
- Scientific investigation through research, lab experiments, projects, models & demonstrations
- Unit 1 -> Life Structure & Function = Classification of Life, Cell to organism to Body Systems, Reproduction of Organisms, Genetics, Mendel’s Laws, Environment & Changes (Evolution / Natural Selection)
- Unit 2 -> Plants & Animals = Plant Diversity, Environmental Factors, Processes & Reproduction, Animal Diversity/Adaptation, Animal Behavior & Survival
- Unit 3 -> Interactions of Life = Biomes and Ecosystems, Matter & Energy in Environment, Populations & Communities
- Unit 4 -> Body System = Respiratory, Nervous, Muscular, Circulatory, Digestive Systems
Projects – Science Explorer Project (replaces Science Fair)/ Life Adventurer, TBA.
Resources:
- Textbook = Virginia Grade 7 i-Science, Glencoe
- Digital textbooks = CK12 & Discovery Education (supplemental)
What to Expect:
– Virtual Labs, projects, devising/conducting experiments.
– Critical thinking applications to Science and Theories
(ex: Evolution/Natural Selection, Genetics, Geology, etc.)
– Applying methods of Science to real-world scenarios.
– Connecting Science w/ faith & reason.
– Meet/exceed Science diocese curriculum.
Grading/Assessment:
- Lesson outlines, homework/classwork, labs
- Class engagement/participation powerpoints
- Chapter tests, quizzes, projects
Required Supplies:
Science notebook w/ 3-hole punch paper.
Laptop for eLearning, journal, calculator, earphones
Homework/Assignments
- Students will write all daily assignments and upcoming test dates in their agendas.
- Digital assignments will be posted online via Schoology or student online accounts.
- Students should review vocabulary and daily notes frequently.