General Science 101 Set

SKU
GS101S
Grade 9-12
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.
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Product Overview

  • All the components needed to complete this course from Westfield Studios
  • Overviews the foundations of science from a biblical perspective
  • Covers natural science, Earth science, life science, social science, applied science, and more
  • Includes over 7 hours of video instruction
Package Contents
General Science 101 Set
General Science 101 Set
SKU
GS101S
Grade 9-12
Our Price
$134.90 $134.90 $90.50
Rainbow Savings: $44.40

Description

General Science 101 takes students on a journey through the foundations of science, all from a biblical perspective. Covering Natural Science, Earth Science, Life Science, Social Science, Formal Science, and Applied Science, this course helps students see the wonders of God's creation through the truth of His Word.

Hosted by Wes Olson, veteran filmmaker and homeschooling father, this course makes complex scientific topics easy to understand through thousands of visuals, animations, and real-world examples. Students not only learn the fundamentals of the sciences but also develop a deeper appreciation for God's design woven into every part of the scientific world.

Designed specifically for high school students, General Science 101 is a visually rich course appropriate for the entire family. Every word, graphic, and illustration has been carefully selected to be engaging, understandable, and grounded in a biblical worldview.

What's Included
  • Over 7 hours of video instruction
  • Fourteen video segments, 20 to 44 minutes each
  • Printable 80-page Guidebook with Quizzes & Course Accreditation Program (PDF included)
  • 45 hours of optional labs for hands-on learning
  • Complete High School Credit Scheduling Guides
Category Description for The 101 Series DVDs

Offering engaging visual content, hands-on labs and activities, and printable files, the 101 Series may be the perfect option for your learner. Each course includes four DVDs and PDF files. Videos are well done, with a little humor thrown in to keep the content interesting. Biblical worldview is woven throughout the course. Along with the instructional DVDs, courses include a printable "Course Accreditation Program" (CAP) and Guidebook. The CAP provides the syllabus for high school credit, field trip suggestions, student notebook directions, and mini-lab instructions. Labs use easily-found items. 

The Guidebook includes the table of contents, segment outlines, discussion questions, quizzes, quiz answers, and an alphabetic index. Guidebook pages follow the points of the video presentation along with black/white illustrations and interesting tidbits of information printed in the margins. Each section includes a multiple-choice quiz and discussion questions. An excellent alternative to the traditional textbook.

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Product Format:Product Bundle
Grades:9-12
Brand:Rainbow Resource Center
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