Science 8, Physical Science, taught by Mr. Iannotti

Textbook:

Science Explorer: Physical Science, Prentice Hall, 2002

Materials needed in class each day:

• Calculator (nonscientific)
• pen and pencil (blue or black ink)
• 1.5 inch binder with paper and 4 dividers*
* Binders must have the following sections:
1- Notes & Homework
2- Tests & Quizzes
3- Laboratory Assignments 
4- Science 8 Assessment

Course Expectations:

Students are expected to come to class on time, prepared, and ready to learn. Participation in class discussions and activities is necessary for student success. Assignments are expected to be handed in on time. Credit will be lost if assignments are submitted after the due date. Students are responsible for identifying and completing work missed due to absences, tardiness, and music lessons.

Grading Policy:

A) Tests (40% of grade) – Tests will be given about every two weeks, and will always be announced several days ahead of time. If you miss a test, it will be your responsibility to schedule a make-up time.

B) Quizzes (20% of grade) – There will be at least one quiz given each week. Quizzes will be based on class notes from the previous few classes or on homework from earlier in the week. Quizzes will usually be announced ahead of time, but may sometimes be given unannounced.

C) Binder Check (20% of grade) – A binder check will take place near the end of each quarter. Students should have all notes, handouts, homework assignments, tests and quizzes, and laboratory assignments in their binder. Binders will be graded on organization and content.

D) Laboratory Activities (10% of grade) – Laboratory activities must be completed during regular class time.

E) Homework and Participation (10% of grade) – There will be several homework assignments each week. Homework is due at the beginning of the period.
New York State Intermediate Science 8 Test: Performance & Written Test (late April / early May)

Course Content:

This follows very closely with the textbook

CHEMISTRY
Unit 1 – CHEMICAL BUILDING BLOCKS
1. Properties of Matter
2. Atoms and Elements
3. Periodic Table
4. Chemical Bonds

Unit 2 – CHEMISTRY IN ACTION
1. Chemical Reactions
2. Acids, Bases, and Solutions
3. Carbon Chemistry
4. Environmental Chemistry

PHYSICS
Unit 3 – MOTION, FORCES, & ENERGY
1. Motion and Energy
2. Forces and Motion
3. Forces in Fluids
4. Work and Machines
5. Energy and Power
6. Thermal Energy and Heat

Unit 4 – SOUND & LIGHT
1. Properties of Waves
2. Sound Energy
3. Electromagnetic Energy
4. Light Energy (reflection & refraction)

Unit 5 – ELECTRICITY & MAGNETISM
1. Magnetism and Electromagnetism
2. Electric Charge and Current

To contact teacher:

E-mail iannotti@vcsdk12.org or call 765-3314, ext. 429