Program of Studies - Acton-Boxborough Regional School District ...
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SCIENCE<br />
EDUCATIONAL PHILOSOPHY:<br />
We believe that students should be exposed to the process <strong>of</strong> scientific inquiry so<br />
they can acquire and interpret scientific knowledge, and begin to realize the<br />
wider applicability <strong>of</strong> scientific problem-solving methods. By making the<br />
laboratory the focal point <strong>of</strong> learning, we seek to foster students’ appreciation for<br />
the experience <strong>of</strong> doing science<br />
GUIDING PRINCIPLES:<br />
•Students must be able to collect and analyze data and formulate hypotheses.<br />
•Inductive and deductive problem-solving skills are central to science education.<br />
•An effective program in science addresses the limitations <strong>of</strong> data and<br />
conclusions.<br />
•Students should be able to use or design a strategy for testing scientific<br />
concepts.<br />
•A comprehensive science program will emphasize the delicate checks and<br />
balances in mans’ abiotic and biotic environments and the stresses upon these<br />
ecosystems, which could affect the destiny <strong>of</strong> the world.<br />
•Science is integrally related to mathematics.<br />
•An effective science program builds students’ ability to communicate accurately<br />
and precisely.<br />
•An effective science program stresses both cooperative and independent<br />
learning.<br />
EARTH SCIENCE 411 (H)<br />
Grades: 9-12 Grouping: Homogeneous<br />
Prerequisite: Minimum grade <strong>of</strong> A- in 8th Grade Science<br />
By Recommendation <strong>of</strong> the Department<br />
Students recommended for at least Algebra I (AE) (concurrently)<br />
Earth Science (H) is an in-depth study <strong>of</strong> the earth and the universe around it.<br />
While building a strong foundation in the fundamental concepts <strong>of</strong> Astronomy,<br />
Meteorology, Oceanography, and Geology, student will be asked to design<br />
experiments modeling natural phenomena. Utilizing direct observation and<br />
experimentation students will analyze data and develop explanations accurately<br />
communicating their understanding <strong>of</strong> the natural world. This rigorous<br />
curriculum challenges students and fosters scientific problem solving skills in a<br />
supported, self directed environment.<br />
Full year course, 5 times per week, 5 credits.<br />
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