Explore scientific history and concepts with the Master Books Survey of Science: History & Concepts. Firmly rooted in a biblical worldview, scientific information is presented in four topical books that covers the history and concepts. Through this course, students will go beyond the facts to explore the discoveries and discoverers in each field who kept their faith at their center of their scientific endeavor. For a full-year survey course, you will need the Teacher Guide, Exploring the World of Biology, Exploring the World of Chemistry, Exploring the World of Physics, and Exploring the World of Mathematics. Unlike typical science textbooks, the four Exploring Books are engaging and weave together storeis of scientific discoveries, famous scientists, and scientific explanations. The Survey of Science History and Concepts Teacher Guide provides the direction for a one year high school science course. Along with the reproducible (for your family) worksheets and quizzes/tests, it includes the weekly lesson schedule (30 to 45 minutes per lesson, three to four days a week), and the answer keys. No labs are included although some extension activities are suggested, there are no directions for a lab credit. The Survey of Science History and Concepts Package includes all the necessary books for the 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.
Consumable
Consumable
Designed to be written in; not reusable.
Non-Consumable
Not designed to be written in; reusable.