Offering a blended course of online and print resources, the
Savvas high school level sciences may fit the needs of your
homeschooled highschooler. Both Biology and Chemistry courses provide an inquiry-based
approach to science with printed student resources. One course includes a hefty
hardcover Biology textbook and the other a two-volume Chemistry Worktext bundle
– along with access to the Savvasrealize.com portal. Student texts are well
illustrated, colorful, and engagingly written.
With the purchase of the Bundle, you’ll receive an
activation postcard with instructions to activate the online content. Access
is one year, so there is flexibility to begin when you need it. The Online
Portal offers both student and teacher resources, including interactive
quizzes, printable student resources, videos, teaching support, and lab supply
lists. Many of the labs may be challenging to do at home. If your high
schooler plans to study science at the college level or laboratory hour credits
are required for a transcript, you may wish to supplement with a homeschool
friendly lab resource. Please see our website for an in-depth description of
either course.
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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.
