FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
Below is a short list of the most often asked questions....
Do we use a textbook? Yes we do, there should be one at home.
1st Semester 2nd Semester
The Changing Surface of Earth The Air Around You
Earth Materials and Processes Astronomy
Laboratory Notebook & Science Units:
The science lab book is organized into several major units of study. The Art of Observing, The Nature of Science, How Dense Am I?, Movers and Shakers and more will be covered this year. Every science unit lasts 3-5 weeks on average, and includes each of the following parts. For a more detailed description please visit my web page or take a look at a science lab book:
Critical Concepts
Recommended Reading Assignments
Key Vocabulary Terms
Practice Problem Assignments and Due Dates
Quizzes and Tests Dates
In –Class Activities
All Lab book and Performance category grades are allowed to be redone for up to 80% of the original grade if completed one week before the end of the quarter.
The lab book format is the same throughout the year. A Unit Summary Sheet is followed by the Unit Notes that should be copied from the board or online. Notes are followed by the individual In-Class activities list on the bottom of the Unit Summary Sheet. There is at least one full lab for each unit, but not every activity uses a full lab write-up (described in detail on page 2-3 of the lab book.)
The lab book is the single most important science tool. While many assignments are completed there, I highly recommend that personal notes are taken, the glossary is completed and corrections are made whenever possible. You should see the lab book nearly every day.
Please be aware that I am available either 7th or 8th period everyday for extra help.
What can be found on your Website?
All Science Units
Downloadable copies of Homework and Handouts
Videos of certain lessons
Classroom Notes
Team Homework Calendar
Direct link to Grade Portal
Access to the SciWiki
Links to topic related websites, resources and Much More…
What is your Grading Policy and what are the Portal Grade Categories
Grades are given based on the total points received during the marking period. Each assigned work is evaluated and given a possible point value. The total achieved by the student divided by the total possible, gives a percentage with an equivalent grade value.
Practice Problems - corrected in class so can not be turn in late except for an absences. Note:
The Practice Problem handout is required in class on the day that it is due
One Practice Problem is allowed to be excused per unit.(After the first unit)
One Practice Problem assignment per unit can be exchanged for the Key Vocab. defined in the glossary on the day that it is due for a 100%
The lowest Practice Problem score is dropped at the end of every quarter.
Performance - allowed to be redone for up to 80% of the original grade.
Lab book - allowed to be redone for up to 80% of the original grade.
In-Class Activities - Small assignments done in class that can't be improved.
Assessments- All Quizzes are open lab book, neither Test or Quizzes scores can be improved.
Optional Assignments - non-required assignments that will not receive a grade lower than 100%.
What is the best way to get ahold of you?
E-mail: andechri@shenet.org (This is the best way to contact me)
Telephone: 881-0460 ext: 51004
Web Page: www.shenet.org/middle/gowana/canderson/candersen.htm
Shenendehowa CSD - Home Page
Gowana Middle School - Staff Web Pages
Grade 6 Team 1 - Mr. Andersen
