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Description
Revised and updated to meet current standards, the 4th edition Physics course is reorganized and restructured with more scaffolding of lessons, to better prepare students for the advanced concepts. The course takes a discovery based, investigative approach with real-life application and an integrated Biblical worldview. Topics include the foundational concepts of physics from dynamics and kinematics, through electromagnetics, geometric optics and light, to quantum physics, and nuclear physics. Enhancing the lessons and helping them prepare for assessments, the text includes discussion questions, section reviews, chapter summaries, and review questions. Additionally, there are mini labs, graphic organizers, STEM Connections, infographics, and Worldview and Ethics sidebars to provide more research opportunities and application to the real world. This is a mathematically rigorous course. Successful completion of Algebra 1 and 2, and Geometry are recommended. Required components include the student Edition, Teacher Edition, Student Lab Manual, Teacher Lab Manual, Assessments and Assessments Answer Key. Components are sold individually or together in the Home School Kit. Not compatible with previous editions.
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Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
Consumable
Consumable
Designed to be written in; not reusable.
Non-Consumable
Not designed to be written in; reusable.