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Overview
This course will provide a basic foundation in
the fundamentals of physics. Emphasis will be placed
on knowledge of scientific concepts, acquisition and use of
laboratory skills, and the influence of technology on society. Laboratory
experiences are designed for students to gain skills in handling
equipment, making observations, acquiring laboratory reasoning,
understanding the scientific process,
and communicating outcomes. Problem solving using
mathematical relationships will be stressed.
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- Understand the importance of the conservation laws.
- Understand motion.
- Understand fundamental forces.
- Understand wave characteristics and their applications
in the physical world.
- Understand tools, simple machines, and materials can
be used safely to solve problems
Assessments:
- Lab reports
- Performance tasks
- Teacher observations
- Rubrics
- Tests and quizzes
- Standardized test questions
- Research generated projects
- Oral presentations
- Homework/ Class work
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