Course+Syllabus

__COURSE SYLLABUS__

Bloomington Junior High School 8th Grade Science


 * Course Title: ** 8H Advanced Science: An introduction to the Periodic Table of Elements

Mrs. Sarah Martin Email: martins@district87.org Office: BJHS #234 Phone: 309-827-0086 Office Hours: Appointment only-7:00AM-3:15PM
 * Instructor Information **

This course provides an opportunity for students to research, design, and develop a presentation on a specific element from the Periodic Table of Elements. Participants will research and study vital characteristics of the element. Each student will design and develop their own research and reflections. Students will also participate in a collaborative project. A plethora of online tools and resources will be used during this course. The course will take on a 100% online approach and will be conducted through the class wiki. Students must create a profile and request access to the course wiki in order to begin.
 * Course Description **

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
 * Objectives **


 * 1) Demonstrate knowledge of the Periodic Table of Elements
 * 2) Demonstrate knowledge of specific characteristics for specific elements
 * 3) Demonstrate competency in the design and creation of various online resources

Unit Tasks & Tools


 * Topic || Tool || Task ||
 * Individual Assignment || Google Docs || Students will upload a summary of the research they conduct on an element from the periodic table ||
 * Collaborative Group Assignment || Glogster, Google Presentation, Prezi || In groups students will design and create a presentation on their assigned element ||
 * Student portfolio || Wiki || Students will use the class wiki as a management system, but also to complete their individual portfolios ||
 * Discussion || Discussion Board || Students will participate in an online discussion-an initial post and 2 post responding to their classmates ||