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    This document provides the course syllabus for a 6th grade science class. The purpose of the course is to provide students with fundamental scientific investigation skills through hands-on learning activities. While emphasizing earth and environmental science, the course also covers aspects of physical and life sciences. Key goals are for students to develop scientific protocols and critical thinking skills, properly communicate results, and recognize ethical considerations of science. Students are expected to participate fully, complete all assignments promptly, and maintain a clean work environment. The course is divided into trimesters covering topics like the water cycle, plate tectonics, and ecosystems. Students are evaluated based on assignments, labs, projects, and tests; and late work is accepted for up to two

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    This document provides the course syllabus for a 6th grade science class. The purpose of the course is to provide students with fundamental scientific investigation skills through hands-on learning activities. While emphasizing earth and environmental science, the course also covers aspects of physical and life sciences. Key goals are for students to develop scientific protocols and critical thinking skills, properly communicate results, and recognize ethical considerations of science. Students are expected to participate fully, complete all assignments promptly, and maintain a clean work environment. The course is divided into trimesters covering topics like the water cycle, plate tectonics, and ecosystems. Students are evaluated based on assignments, labs, projects, and tests; and late work is accepted for up to two

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    This document provides the course syllabus for a 6th grade science class. The purpose of the course is to provide students with fundamental scientific investigation skills through hands-on learning activities. While emphasizing earth and environmental science, the course also covers aspects of physical and life sciences. Key goals are for students to develop scientific protocols and critical thinking skills, properly communicate results, and recognize ethical considerations of science. Students are expected to participate fully, complete all assignments promptly, and maintain a clean work environment. The course is divided into trimesters covering topics like the water cycle, plate tectonics, and ecosystems. Students are evaluated based on assignments, labs, projects, and tests; and late work is accepted for up to two

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    6th Grade Science - Course Syllabus 2016/17

    Robin Raphael Simke


    phone: (650) 482-2411 ext. 3289
    email: [email protected]
    Course Purpose: The purpose of this course is to provide the fundamental skills
    and knowledge required for scientific investigation. Through the many hands-on
    learning activities, students begin to pose questions, develop respect for scientific
    evidence, weigh and evaluate their own observations, and reflect on the process as
    well as on their own growth. While the 6th grade curriculum emphasizes the study
    of earth and environmental science, the course includes aspects of the physical and
    life sciences as well.
    Goals and Objectives:

    discovery of the practical nature of scientific protocols and


    procedures;
    insight into the methods used for studying very large, long-ago or
    far-away objects;
    appreciation of the powerful forces which shape our Earth;
    utilization of the appropriate tools and technology for scientific
    investigation;
    communication of results of investigations through lab write-ups
    and oral presentations;
    demonstration of accurate data interpretation and grade-level
    appropriate graphing and mapping skills;
    development of critical thinking skills, including identification of
    relationships between ideas and/or events;
    increasingly good study habits and class preparation, and the
    resulting high level of achievement and self-esteem;
    recognition of the ethical considerations of scientific endeavors.
    Course Expectations: I expect all students to:
    Bring appropriate materials to each class;
    Complete all assignments, and turn them in promptly;
    Participate in class activities and discussions;
    Maintain a lab book (I.N.) containing all results of investigations;
    Adopt a positive attitude and a cooperative spirit;
    Always leave the lab/classroom CLEANER THAN YOU FOUND IT.

    Course Outline:
    First Trimester:
    Investigation and experimentation - developing the skills necessary
    for scientific research. Sharpen your pencil!

    Earths Changing Surface - Mapping, climate, the water cycle,


    weather, and the role of heat, density, buoyancy and energy in geologic
    processes. Go with the flow!!
    Second Trimester:
    I Feel The Earth Move Under My Feet earthquakes, volcanoes, and
    other evidence /effects of plate tectonics. Prepare to be moved!
    Third Trimester:
    Ecosystems and Ecology- All is interrelated!

    Environmental Education - A study of ecosystems, biomes, and the


    geologic history of Central California, culminating in a six-day study trip to
    Pinnacles National Park. Lace up those boots!
    Evaluation and Grading Policy: Students receive points for all assignments, which
    include homework, text study, class work, labs, projects and tests. While there is
    variation from time to time, homework, daily class work and text study are graded
    on a 5- or 10- point scale, quizzes and tests generally range from 10-50 points, and
    projects (including Interactive Notebook work and essays) are considerably more.
    The grading scale is as follows:
    A
    B
    C
    D
    F

    90 - 100%
    80 - 89.99%
    70 - 79.99%
    60 - 69.99%
    below 60 %

    6th graders are expected to accept responsibility for learning and practicing good
    work habits. Because we all need a little extra time now and then, late work is
    accepted up to two weeks after the due date, for full credit. Be aware that
    habitual abuse of this privilege is not viewed favorably, and will result in a parent
    conference. Please keep current with your work!

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