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AICE –Chemistry AS. Syllabus

2020-2021 School Year

Instructor: Mrs. Ingrid Alida Echeverria

iecheverriasanchez@keysgatecharter.org

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

Cambridge International Chemistry AS builds on the skills previously acquired. The syllabus includes the main theoretical concepts, which are fundamental to the subject, a section on some current applications of experimental chemistry, and a strong emphasis on advanced practical skills. Practical skills are assessed in a timetabled practical examination. The examination will take place in 2021

The emphasis throughout is on the understanding of concepts and the application of Chemistry AS ideas in novel contexts as well as on the acquisition of knowledge. The course encourages creative thinking, communicative, research, and problem-solving skills, which are transferable to any future career path. Cambridge International Chemistry AS is ideal for learners who want to study medicine, biology, environmental science, or a wide variety of related subjects at university or to follow a career in science.

- Only students who are serious about obtaining college credit and/or an AICE diploma should be registered for this course.

- This course is intended for future science majors or those interested in pursuing a career in science.

- The course material is RIGOROUS.

- Attendance is essential in order to successfully complete course material. Some experiments simply cannot be repeated if a student is not in attendance on the day of the lab.

At the end of this course, there will be an examination that must be well scored in order to earn college credit in Science. A passing score of “E” is required to receive college credit.

Students enrolled in AICE Chemistry AS, must take three examinations (Paper 1, Paper 2, Paper 3 Practice ) to have their examination results graded.

Furthermore, if you are not present for the examinations, at the end of the year you will owe the school $85 for each missed test, the “weighting” of the course will be dropped and the diploma will be withheld until payment is received.

Those interested in pursuing science are encouraged to take “A Level” subjects to get further college credit.

REQUIRED MATERIALS:

· Journal and an online notebook

· Paper-Pen

· Scientific Calculator (TI-30XII only), another version is NOT student-friendly and you will have a harder time with some of the calculations.

NOTE: You will NOT be allowed to use your cell phone as a calculator. If you do not bring your calculator with you to class, you might be required to take quizzes/exams without a calculator.

· Mandatory Lab Fee: There is a required $10 annual lab fee.

(Cash and/or money orders ONLY, no checks)

This helps to cover some of the costs of the experiments in the classroom. There will be experiments throughout the school year and the lab fee is a small portion of what will actually be spent on materials, and equipment.

Class Policies:

* Makeup Work: If you are absent it is your responsibility to obtain any assignments you missed while you were gone.

* Approved absences only: You have one day for each excused absence to make up your work.

If you are absent during a lab you must make special arrangements to come in before or after school to make up the lab or get an alternative assignment.

Missed exams must be taken before or after school. A zero will be given if they are not taken in the time given for makeup work.

* Cheating/ Plagiarism

Cheating on a test or the assignment will result in me taking your exam/assignment and a 0 will be given. There is NO re-test for this class. You will have a notation in power school, call parents will occur and no opportunities in the future to fix this grade.

* Data for lab reports must be taken during the lab. Each student is responsible for individual lab reports unless specifically stated by the teacher.

* Extra Help: There will be an extra help session two days per week immediately after school. Please feel free to ask if you need extra help and I will do my best to accommodate you.

Classroom Expectations:

* Enter the room perfectly uniformed and sitting in front of your desk or table.

*Enter the room and start working on your BW immediately.

* You must be taking note every day, you can use jour journal or your online notebook, they will be graded always.

*Materials must be brought to class each day.

*The laboratory or room must be always clean and especially at the end of the period before leaving. If you are leaving and the lab is not organized this will affect your grades in the corresponding activity.

* Treat everyone with respect.

* All school rules will be followed as stated in the student handbook.

* All safety rules as stated in the Science Safety The agreement must be followed.

Class Rules:

I will track everything on Hero daily. PBS will be implemented daily.

Look, Listen, Learn!!!
Pay Attention when the teacher is giving instructions.
Listen carefully and takes notes to follow the material.
(Quizzes/Tests will never be on material that we haven't covered in class. If you know you are going to be absent, it is important to get notes from a fellow classmate).
* Raise your hand and wait to be called on.
Don't chat with others while students are learning.
There are absolutely NO CELL PHONES allowed in this class, in accordance with the Keys Gate Charter High School rules. If you use it, I will confiscate it.
Safety is important! There is absolutely no drinking, eating, or chewing gum in the lab.
(Read the Safety Handout)
* Proper Dress Code: All Students will be required to be in complete uniform while in the KGCHS campus or in online classes.

Homework policy

Completing homework is essential to performing well on quizzes/exams. The practice is the best form of mastery. Homework grades will be earned by completing the End of Chapter Questions and assignments.

Score	Grade	GPA
90-100	A	4.0
80-89	B	3.0
70-79	C	2.0
60-69	D	1.0
0-59	F	0
Incomplete	I	0

Grading policy:

Grades will be earned by:

Ø Journal and notebook Checks

Ø Classwork

Ø Homework

Ø Quizzes

Ø Examinations

Ø Lab Practical – lab report

Ø BW

(The majority of the fourth quarter will be devoted to the revision of the topics and preparation for the Cambridge Examination.)

Tardy Policy: 1^st Period – You must go to the attendance clerk and bring a tardy pass to class. 2^nd-7^th Period- If you are tardy, you must get a tardy pass from the hall monitor. Sit quietly and wait for instruction. BEING TARDY IS A DISRUPTION TO CLASS.

Restroom/Office Policy: Only one student is allowed to go to the bathroom at a time. Students may take 5 minutes to go to the restroom. The only exception is those with a documented medical note.

Keys for Success in AICE Chemistry Level AS

ü Have a positive attitude!

ü I am here to help you succeed, so feel free to ask me for help.

ü I am available after school two days in my room for any help or tutoring that, you need so check with me first.

ü Keep clear and complete notes that you understand. Do not simply copy notes blindly without thought of comprehension.

ü Ask lots of questions. If you are unclear about something from the textbook, lab, or from a discussion, Ask !!!!

ü Show clear, complete work for all problems in notes and on homework, quizzes, and tests. Circle or box your answer so that it may easier be found. (If it is not obvious what your answer is, it can easily be counted wrong.)

ü Make sure that you understand how the lecture, homework, and labs interrelate. Labs and homework are designed to reinforce significant ideas from the text.

ü Make sure that you see these connections.

ü Start studying for tests early. By studying and reviewing each night you are not only helping to prepare for the test more effectively, you are also more prepared for class each day and any quizzes that may be given.

STRIVE: " For Excellence all the time in all we do "

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