Geophysical Science
Course Description
Geophysical Science is a full year course offered to 9th grade students at Bloomfield High School. The structure of this course encourages active engagement with scientific and engineering practices and the application of crosscutting concepts to deepen student understanding of core ideas. The learning experiences provided for students will engage them in fundamental questions about the world as well as the process through which scientists have investigated and found answers to these questions. Students will have the opportunity to carry out scientific investigations and engineering design projects related to the disciplinary core ideas in earth and space sciences, physical science and chemistry.
Unit 1: Structure and Properties of Matter.
Unit 2: Chemical Reactions
Unit 3: Forces and Motion
Unit 4: Space Systems
Unit 5: History of Earth
Grading Scale and Criteria
Your final marking period grade will be based on the total points earned from each of the following:
· Assessments (Tests, quizzes, projects) -60% - Summative
· Classwork (Do now, lab, participation)- 25% - Inquiry Based
· Homework- 15%
Chrome Books
Fully Charged
Earbuds with you at all times
Case decorations must be school appropriate
While in class: Chromebooks cannot be used for social media, games, or any other sites not pertaining to the lesson.
0, 45, 90 rule
No charging in the classroom
No charging cell phones with chromebooks
No using the webcams unless permission has been given