Course Overview

Chemistry 12

Chemistry 12 explores chemical reactions: why and how they happen, and chemical systems in equilibrium. This course builds on students’ knowledge of core chemistry concepts and focuses on big ideas related to reaction rates, dynamic equilibrium, saturated solutions, acid and base strength and oxidation/reduction.  The course is divided into five units each focused on one big idea. Each topic has video lessons, supplemental material, and suggested workbook readings. There are quick- check quizzes, quizzes, assignments and a unit test to both improve and measure learning.

Course Content and Suggested Timelines

The suggested timeline indicates the approximate time that will spent on each unit of study:

Course Materials

The textbook for this course is Chemistry 12: A Workbook for Students (Hebden, 1998). Data pages are also provided for students to use throughout the course; these pages contain important values and tables. All other resources are provided with the online course.

The prescribed learning outcomes for this course as outlined by the Ministry of Education are available at: Chemistry 12 New Curriculum.

Assessment Information

Quick Check Quizzes: (10%)

At the end of each section you will be given a brief quiz on the topic learned to check your understanding.  You may use your textbook and other resources to answer them.  You will have two attempts on each quiz, so if you don't achieve at least 75% on the first try please review the material again before making your second attempt. If you need to use your second attempt, the highest score you achieve will be recorded. Please review the feedback while the quiz is still open as it will help you to improve on your second attempt. Your quiz mark will be given to you immediately and your gradebook will be updated.

Assignments: (30%)

For each unit there is at least one assignment that needs to be completed. These assignments are displayed on the course website and can be accessed directly from there. You may use your textbook and other resources to help you with the assignment. When you have completed your assignment, you will need to submit it to be marked. Once the assignments have been marked you can view them in your gradebook.

Quizzes: (10%)

There will be at least one quiz for each chemistry 12 unit.  Please note that quizzes are "closed book" tests, which means that you are not permitted to use the textbook or any other reference materials to help answer the questions.  You are permitted to use a calculator and data booklet if needed.

Unit Tests (50%)

There are 5 unit tests in this course. Unit tests 1,3, and 4 are home-supervised tests. The unit 2 and 5 tests will be invigilated. All tests are closed book. Students are expected to abide by the  EBUS Student Integrity Policy. A calculator and the Chemistry 12 data booklet are permitted. Unit tests contain multiple choice and short answer questions. Marks are also given for correct         significant figures and units.

Home-Supervision: Any adult (may be a relative). Complete the supervisor form associated  with this course. Once approved, the teacher will send the test passwords to the supervisor.

Invigilation for Unit 2 test and Unit 5 tests: at an EBUS approved testing center (information on how to book your tests is found in the course). Please contact me AT LEAST 1 week prior to when you want to write your invigilated tests.

When students are not meeting the learning outcomes/ falling behind

When students fall behind the expected pace or plan, they will be contacted via email or phone    and if there is no improvement or response, parents will also be contacted.  If deemed necessary, contact with the student’s home school may also occur to help determine a solution.

Students are expected to let the course teacher know when they are struggling with course content. In response, the course teacher will provide appropriate help or strategies to support learning.  The course teacher will also provide feedback on course work to support learning and help students improve. Parents will be made aware if their child is actively working but struggling to meet the learning outcomes of the course.

Students falling behind in a manner where it does not appear that they will complete the course within a year will be sent reminder emails. Without a response or renewed efforts in the course, the student may be assigned an F or withdrawn. Should they begin actively working in the course, the student may be given an alternate completion date.

Inactivity and Communication

Students are expected to login and submit work in their online courses on a weekly basis. EBUS     teachers monitor student participation, work submission and periods of inactivity in their courses.