Elemental Science - Physical Science for Grades 8-9
Elemental Science - Physical Science for Grades 8-9
Description
Formatted
differently than the Grammar and Logic Stage programs, Physical Science from
Elemental Science is a student-guided science course for 8th graders or a high
school student who is not quite prepared for a traditional high school course.
If choosing to use the course in high school, parents should verify their state
will accept Physical Science as a high school science credit. The Physical
Science course requires the printed Guidebook, online access for the free
digital textbook, lab supplies or the online lab component (additional cost),
and a notebook or composition book to create a Science Notebook. Topically, students
will complete a scientist study, learn about scientific research, matter,
atoms, the periodic table, chemical bonding and reactions, carbon, nuclear
chemistry, forces and motion, energy, electromagnetic radiation, electricity,
magnetism and electromagnetism and complete a science fair project.
The printed
Guide includes teaching information and how to use introductory notes, textbook
assignments, experiment information (hands-on or digital option), suggestions
to incorporate current events, reproducible forms, lessons, and schedules for
two different courses: hands-on labs and digital labs. There is a link to the
free online secular textbook from CK-12, and the publisher offers a resource
page with a link to the Textbook as well as links to the Teacher Edition,
Quizzes and Tests, a Student Workbook, and other supportive resources. The
course is designed to be completed independently with parental assistance as
needed. Students will need to spend 4-5 hours each week to complete the course
in one year.
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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.
