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WELCOME TO GRADE 9 SCIENCE!!

WELCOME TO GRADE 9 SCIENCE!!. What is Science?. What do you THINK? Science is the concerted human effort to understand the history of the natural world and how the natural world works, with observable physical evidence as the basis of that understanding.

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WELCOME TO GRADE 9 SCIENCE!!

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  1. WELCOME TO GRADE 9 SCIENCE!!

  2. What is Science? • What do you THINK? • Science is the concerted human effort to understand the history of the natural world and how the natural world works, with observable physical evidence as the basis of that understanding. • It is done through observation of natural phenomena, and/or through experimentation that tries to simulate natural processes under controlled conditions. • Make observations about the object at the front!

  3. Inference and Deduction • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9b3KM2p1nHs • The Dinosaurs! • Follow the water! • Learn your fortune!

  4. Scientific Literacy “A scientifically and technologically literate person is one who can read and understand common media reports about science and technology, critically evaluate the information presented, and confidently engage in discussions and decision-making activities regarding issues that involve science and technology.” Science Co-ordinators’ and Consultants’ Association of Ontario (SCCAO) and Science Teachers’ Association of Ontario (STAO/APSO), “Position Paper: The Nature of Science” (2006), p. 1

  5. LEGO SPACEMAN • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CSBv0u6mPNw&feature=related • Find a headline!!!

  6. Science Careers!

  7. Science Careers!

  8. Grade 9 Course Outline There are four units… • Biology - Ecosystems • Chemistry – Atoms and Elements • Physics – Electricity • Earth & Space Science – The Universe

  9. EXPECTATIONS • RESPECT – others, yourself and the classroom. • Be on time! • Have a positive attitude! • Don’t talk when someone else is talking. • Do not interfere with the learning of other students. • HAND IN YOUR WORK! (duh..) • No foul language. • HAVE FUN!SCIENCE ROCKS!

  10. TIPS FOR SUCCESS! You will need to bring these things to class: • A three ringed binder • Lined paper, blank paper and graph paper • Pen, pencils, coloured pencils • A ruler • A calculator • Unit dividers • A SMILE !!

  11. MARK BREAKDOWN • Knowledge 30% • Thinking, Inquiry & Communication 25% • Application 15% • Culminating Task 10% • Final Exam 20%

  12. STAY“IN THE LOOP” • VISIT MR. B’s WEBSITE DAILY FOR: Marks, Due dates, Interactive websites and more!! ww.mrbemrose.pbworks.com • Please Subscribe to Remind.com Text @gr9sci to 204 800 5273

  13. Mr. B’s Top Ten Lab Safety Rules • No HORSEPLAY or fooling around. • Wear goggles at all times when asked. • Ask for clarification if you don’t understand the lab instructions. • Report all accidents… -Burns-Water first, Cuts-Direct pressure • No contact lenses. Tie back long hair. • No “unauthorized” experiments. • No backpacks allowed in the science lab. • Please clean up after yourself…I’m not your butler!! • Use proper disposal containers. • Noeating or drinking.

  14. AND REMEMBER…

  15. More Demos!! • Balancing Act • Guess the liquid!

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