Course Content
Name one unit we’ll study in this course.
Matter and Chemical Bonding, Chemical Reactions, Quantities in Chemical Reactions, Solutions and Solubility, Gases and Atmospheric Chemistry
What type of activity is used in the Chemical Reactions unit to explore reaction types?
Hands-on lab
What percentage of your final grade is the exam worth?
20%
Name one learning skill assessed in this course.
Responsibility, Organization, Independent Work, Collaboration, Initiative, Self-Regulation
What textbook are we using?
Nelson Chemistry 11
What unit focuses on mole calculations and limiting reagents?
Quantities in Chemical Reactions
In the Solutions and Solubility unit, what key skill is assessed in the titration lab?
Calculating concentration of an unknown using acid-base titration
What is the total weight of the final evaluation?
30% (10% performance task + 20% exam)
What learning skill is demonstrated when you meet deadlines and come prepared?
Responsibility
Name one online learning tool we’ll use.
PhET, Gizmos, Khan Academy, Google Classroom
Which unit explores titrations and acid/base neutralization?
Solutions and Solubility
What is the purpose of the “Chemistry in My World” reflection task?
To connect course content to real-life examples or student interests
What are the four achievement chart categories used for grading?
Knowledge, Thinking/Inquiry, Communication, Application (KICA)
What does collaboration look like during a group lab?
Sharing tasks, communicating respectfully, helping each other understand
Where can you go if you need extra help?
Ask the teacher, attend extra help sessions, or access online tools-TVO Learn
What unit includes exploring periodic trends and atomic structure?
Matter and Chemical Bonding
How are students assessed in the “Periodic Trends Challenge”?
Through a graphing/data analysis task demonstrating understanding of trends
What type of assessment allows you to reflect on your own progress?
Assessment as Learning
What does it mean to show initiative in this course?
Asking questions, seeking extra help, or starting tasks independently
What should you do to get ready for a unit test or exam?
Reviewing for tests and exams. Review notes, complete study guides, and practice problems
What is one real-world issue studied in the Gases and Atmospheric Chemistry unit?
Air quality, climate change, ozone depletion, or acid rain
Name one task where students are allowed to choose how they present their work.
Chemistry in My World project or Mole Concept Conceptual Task
How is term work evaluated?
35% Tests/Quizzes, 10% Other summative activities, 25% Labs
70% of the final grade; based on the KICA categories
How are learning skills evaluated and reported?
These skills are evaluated regularly and reported separately from achievement in curriculum expectations.
What is the school’s policy on plagiarism?
Plagiarized term work will be penalized and could result in a mark of zero.