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SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH SYLLABUS
CONTACT INFORMATION:
School- Hanover High School
Email: khageman@usd223.org
Phone: (785) 337-2281
Course Description:
Scientific Research is a project-based learning course that requires problem solving and critical thinking skills. In this class the students will apply the methods of scientific investigation when they identify, design, and complete projects in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Emphasis is placed on data analysis, controlling or manipulating variables, research skills, safety issues and communicating outcomes to an audience. Learning how to work effectively individually and collaboratively in a group is critical to the overall safety and success of the class.
CLASS POLICIES:
1. BRING THE FOLLOWING TO CLASS DAILY:
A. Chromebook –fully charged (Science Textbook on)
B. 1 pencil & 1 pen (black or blue ink)
C. Notebook Paper – Narrow or College rule
D. Any assignments due that day
E. Your Planner
F. Journal Notebook
G. Go to the Restroom & get a drink of water before you come to class
H. NO CELL PHONES ALLOWED
2. SCIENCE NOTEBOOK:
A. Notebook for class that contains a minimum 120 pages of college or narrow ruled paper
B. Bring this notebook to class daily.
C. The notebook is worth points for each unit if completed and answered correctly. The Scientific research notebook will be
turned in the day you have completed the unit.
D. Make sure the notebook has your name and class on the front cover.
3. TARDINESS: This will be dealt with according to school policy.
4. MAKE UP WORK: If the student is absent, they are required to complete any missed assignments as soon as possible. It is the
student’s responsibility to complete the make-up work. If a student knows in advance that he or she will miss class, they need
to make arrangements to have the assignment(s) completed before leaving. If absent near the end of a grading period, discuss
with me for appropriate deadlines.
5. CLASS EXPECTATIONS:
A. Be prompt, prepared, active, & ready to participate in class!
B. Be courteous and pay attention to the speaker – No Talking
C. Have a POSTIVE ATTITUDE!
D. Respect the classroom learning environment. Be courteous and respectful of the teacher, substitute teacher, teacher aides, &
your classmates. There will be no name calling, arguing, bullying, & etc.
E. Respect the school rules. Eating, drinking, hats, and electronic devices (cell phones, iPods, PSP’s, & etc.) are NOT PERMITTED
in class. Using a cell phone or any other electronic device will result in the device being taken away. You may retrieve it at the
conclusion of the class from Mrs. Hageman. If the problem continues, your parents will be asked to come in for a conference
with Mrs. Hageman. If any electronic device is out during a Test you will receive a ZERO.
F. Do not take someone else’s property!
G. Follow all safety procedures!
H. No Eating or Drinking in the Classroom!
I. BE A LIFELONG LEARNER!
6. SCIENCE ASSIGNMENT PROCEDURE:
Assignments turned in must include the following heading to receive full credit
in top right hand corner of paper:
A. Your Name (First and Last)
B. Hour (1st, 2nd, & etc.)
C. Due Date of Assignment
D. Description of Assignment
E. Must be readable! If I cannot read it, you will receive Zero credit.
7. EXTRA CREDIT: Extra credit could be one of the following, but is not limited to:
A. Some of the chapter tests will have built in extra credit questions for extra credit points.
B. Read an AR Book that is related to science and pass the test to receive 10 extra points. (Maximum of 2 AR Books per each 9
weeks). If extra credit opportunities are given, they will be available for all students. And there will be no penalty if they are
not completed. Never depend on extra credit to raise your grade.
8. METHOD OF EVALUATION: Students will be assessed on worksheets, tests, labs, lab reports, individual presentations, group
presentations, classroom participation, Robotics science notebook, & homework. Grades will be determined by figuring total
points earned by total points possible.
9. ACADEMIC DISHONESTY: Cheating will not be tolerated. Anyone caught cheating (taking or supplying answers) will be given
zeros. Cheating is considered to be copying from any source or reproducing any ideas that did not originate from your own
mind, including, but not limited to, cell phones, classmates, friends, websites, books, dictionaries, encyclopedias, magazines,
and etc. Any type of plagiarism is to be considered cheating. Plagiarism will be an automatic Zero with no opportunity to
make-up.
10. GRADING SCALE:
The grade you earn will be based on your performance on homework, labs, lab reports, quizzes, tests, vocabulary, worksheets,
participation in class, group & individual projects, & bringing your planner & journal.
The following grading scale will be used:
100% - 90% A
89% - 80% B
79% - 70% C
69% - 60% D
59% & Below F