Designed for incoming 8th graders (one-year pace focusing on just Physics and Astronomy) or the 7th grader (two-year path), this course provides a basic introduction to physics, chemistry, earth science, and astronomy. Biology is not covered in this course, reserving them for later after the student has a solid foundation in physics and chemistry. The required textbook Conceptual Physical Science Explorations (ISBN 9780321567918) is available on the used marketplace.
Physical Science, Explorations Two Year Self-Study Online Course
SKU
069872
Grade 7-9
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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.
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Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
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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
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High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
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Everything you need is included.
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Non-Consumable
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Non-returnable: is a digital item.
Description
Publisher's Description of Physical Science, Explorations Two Year Self-Study Online Course
This comprehensive self-study course collates all 34 chapters of the Conceptual Physical Science Explorations textbook into 5 units and a total of 34 lessons (one lesson per chapter). Recommended for grade levels 7 9. This is ample material for two semesters of study. Along with a library of video tutorials and reading assignments, included are worksheets, simulations, study advice from the authors, automated quizzes with grade book, complete labs using household materials, and unit exams. This course provides a strong and enjoyable introduction to physical science for the young and energetic adolescent. It also serves well as a precursor to our high school level Conceptual Physics or Conceptual Chemistry courses. To learn more about this Physical Science Explorations course, please download its users manual.
Category Description for Conceptual Science Middle School
Offering a broad introduction to the basic concepts of science and the joy of learning science, each of these middle school courses are two years in length.
Details
| Product Format: | Other |
|---|---|
| Grades: | 7-9 |
| Brand: | Conceptual Productions |
| EAN/UPC: | PSE01 |
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