01 physics class orientation
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This document provides an overview and orientation for a physics class. It outlines the course topics over three terms covering areas like waves, light, electricity, magnetism, motion, heat and more. It also describes the grading system which includes periodic evaluations, quizzes, projects, class participation and enrichment activities. Rules for the class are also stated regarding punctuality, materials, and behavior. Finally, it introduces a "Fortress Game" team activity to be played in the next session and provides reminders for students.
01 physics class orientation
- 2. WHAT IS PHYSICS ? Physics is the science of and
- 3. QUESTIONS LIKE: How are rainbows formed? Why is the sky blue?
- 4. QUESTIONS LIKE: How can glasses fix nearsightedness? Why does thunder always come after lightning?
- 5. QUESTIONS LIKE: How does a nuclear bomb work? How can my friend in America hear my voice when I make a call?
- 6. QUESTIONS LIKE: How do we make electricity? Why do metals get attracted by magnets?
- 7. QUESTIONS LIKE: Why do we need airbags in our cars? How is skydiving possible?
- 8. QUESTIONS LIKE: How can airplanes fly? Why do ships float?
- 9. QUESTIONS LIKE: How do car engines work? How does the AC cool the room?
- 10. COURSE OVERVIEW FIRST TERM Study of Waves Types of waves Wave properties Wave interactions Study of Light Nature of light Properties of light Colors Mirrors Lenses Study of Sound Nature of sound Sound interactions Music Study of EMR Electromagnetic spectrum Radio broadcasting Telecommunications
- 11. COURSE OVERVIEW SECOND TERM Study of Electricity Nature of electricity Charges Electric circuits Study of Magnets Nature of magnets Magnetic fields Study of Electromagnetism Electric motors Generators Transformers
- 12. COURSE OVERVIEW THIRD TERM Study of Motion Describing motion Types of motion Collisions Work and energy Study of Solids and Fluids Characteristics Fluids at rest Fluids in motion Study of Heat Heat and temperature Heat transfer Phase changes Heat engines Heat pumps
- 13. GRADING SYSTEM
- 14. GRADING SYSTEM Periodical Evaluation The third periodical evaluation will consist of 10% of first term, 10% of second term and 80% of third term topics.
- 15. GRADING SYSTEM Long Quizzes There will be at least three long quizzes per term.
- 16. GRADING SYSTEM Projects There will be at least one project in a term. Projects can be individual or group tasks.
- 17. GRADING SYSTEM Indiv. Class Participation This consists of your check-up test scores, and other performance-based tasks such as experiments, oral participation, etc.
- 18. GRADING SYSTEM Group Class Participation This consists of any group activity other than group projects such as role plays, human simulations, quiz bowls, etc.
- 19. GRADING SYSTEM Enrichment This consists of other individual assessments not classified as a check-up test, seatwork, or quiz. Examples are reflection papers, mind maps, etc.
- 20. REQUIREMENTS Physics book Check-up Test notebook Lecture notebook scientific calculator ruler and protractor long green folder art materials
- 21. RULES We will be starting on time. Always be prepared for class. Have your book, notebook and other materials (as instructed) prepared in your desk tray. Late students must remain standing outside by the door and wait for the teacher to grant permission to enter.
- 22. RULES Borrowing of school materials is NOT allowed. Exercise personal responsibility for the things you need for class. This includes the borrowing of books, calculators, rulers and protractors.
- 23. RULES Any electronic gadget (cellphone, iPod, laptop, etc.) should not be used at any time during class hours, unless otherwise instructed. Noncompliance results to confiscation of aforementioned gadgets. First offense: returned at the end of the period Second offense: returned at the end of the day Third offense: claim from the Headmaster No eating/drinking (other than water) inside the classroom at all times.
- 24. RULES During Long Quizzes and Periodical Evaluation, you are not allowed to stand or go out of the classroom in the whole duration of the exam. If you have any concerns, raise your hand and silently wait for the teacher to approach you.
- 26. FORTRESS GAME Set-up: There will be two groups. Four chairs will be arranged in a circle facing outward. The rest of the chairs will be arranged in a circle around the four chairs, facing inward. The number of chairs must be one more than the number of players.
- 27. FORTRESS GAME Set-up: Each group sends two representative to sit in the inner circle. They are arranged alternately. The rest of the group sit in the outer circle, also arranged alternately. There must be one empty chair in the outer circle.
- 28. FORTRESS GAME Set-up: Each group sends two representative to sit in the inner circle. They are arranged alternately. The rest of the group sit in the outer circle, also arranged alternately. There must be one empty chair in the outer circle.
- 29. FORTRESS GAME Set-up: All players write their name on a piece of paper. All papers are placed inside a container and shuffled. Each player then draws a piece of paper. You must not show or tell anybody the name written on the piece of paper.
- 30. FORTRESS GAME Mechanics: The player sitting on the right of the empty chair calls out any name. Whoever holds the paper with the called out name must transfer to the empty seat. These two steps shall be repeated indefinitely until one group wins.
- 31. FORTRESS GAME Win Condition: A group wins if the Fortress (the four inner chairs) are occupied solely by members of the group.
- 33. REMINDERS FOR NEXT SESSION !! Read ahead: Module 1, pp. 4-8 Module 2, pp. 9-17 Bring art materials (scissors, colored paper, glue, coloring materials, etc.) on Monday, July 15.