(Recorded Course) Chemistry I, Part Two with Lab with Kathy Dutton

 

Instructor Access (optional grading support) for Unlimited Access families is available for this course!

Your college-bound student will continue to enjoy discovering God's creation at the atomic level in this rigorous Chemistry course -- where you’ll learn Nuclear Chemistry, Chemical Reactions, Stoichiometry, States of Matter, Thermochemistry, and more! 

How to get the most out of Chemistry, Part One with Mrs. Kathy Dutton:

  • First, read the course materials below before starting this class.
  • Bring to every recorded class: a notebook (to take notes), something to write with, a calculator, your textbook, and the willingness to learn.
  • Stay on schedule with all assignments, quizzes, and tests. Attempt the extra credit.
  • Once the course is completed to the parent's satisfaction, there is a Certificate of Completion at the end to be filled in for your records.

Total Classes: 34

Duration: 75 minutes (1 hour, 15 minutes)

Prerequisite: Chemistry, Part One with Mrs. Dutton

Suggested Grade Level: 11th to 12th grade or advanced 10th grade

Suggested Credit: One full semester of Chemistry or one full semester of Chemistry with LAB

Instructor: Mrs. Kathy Dutton

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GRADING:

  • Moodle will auto-grade almost all of the homework, all quizzes, and the online portion of the test.
  • Each semester there are 2-3 short homework assignments and the Free Response sections of Tests (and/or the accompanying Cheat Sheet) that need to be manually graded.
  • All labs (except for the Lab Safety Quiz which is auto-graded in Moodle) need to be manually graded.

 Parent Grading

    • The answer key for this course is below in a password-protected document. Parents should have been emailed this password as part of their enrollment.
    • I suggest that you attempt parent grading.  All the keys are detailed.
    • Test grading is easy; Labs are a bit more involved (as correct values can vary) but they are doable.

 Instructor Grading

    • Valid for 6 mo. from the date of purchase. I highly suggest that you wait to purchase grading until your student is about ready to complete the first assignment that requires grading.
    • Test Grading
      • Included grading the Free Response sections of tests and all homework that needs to be manually graded (assignments not completed online in Moodle)
      • Grading includes comments and constructive feedback
      • $40 per semester, per student
    • Lab Grading
      • Included grading all lab worksheets
      • Grading includes comments and constructive feedback
      • 1st semester (4 labs) - $70, per student
      • 2nd semester (7 labs) - $120, per student
    • This does not include tutoring
    • This does not include the grading of the Read & Respond extra credit.

  • HSC Chemistry - grading per student

CHEMISTRY COURSE

Course Description: We will be studying God's creation at the atomic level and discovering how marvelous it is. This is a rigorous, college-prep Chemistry course. Over both semesters, we will cover a wide range of topics, including Structure of Matter, States of Matter, Chemical Reactions, Stoichiometry, Equilibrium, and Thermochemistry. We will also consider how Chemistry is essential in our day-to-day life.

There will be three tracks through this class:

  1. Chemistry – This is the classic college preparatory Chemistry course that fits most students’ needs. 
  2. Honors Chemistry – Students may earn extra credit by completing challenging assignments and earn the distinction of Honors Chemistry. This is designed for academically gifted students and for those who have a desire to complete more rigorous work. The extra credit is available to all students even if they are not attempting Honors Chemistry.
  3. General Chemistry – This option is a less-intense track; the math is a bit easier, a few topics are skipped, and the required assignments are easier. This is designed for students who struggle or those with limited time or desire.

Course Outline:

  • Topic 1:  Matter and Change (Element and Compounds, Mixtures, Chemical Reactions)
  • Topic 2:  Scientific Measurement (Accuracy and Precision, Metric System, Density)
  • Topic 3:  Atomic Structure (History of Atomic Thought, Models of the Atom, Electrons in the Atom)
  • Topic 4:  Periodic Table (Organization, Classification of Elements, Periodic Trends)
  • Topic 5:  Forming Compounds: Bonding (Ionic Bonding, Metallic Bonding, Covalent Bonding, Intermolecular Forces)
  • Topic 6:  Chemical Names and Formulas (Ions and Ionic Compounds, Molecular Compounds, Acids and Bases, The Laws Governing Formulas and Names)

Course Materials and Technology:

Time Requirement: Assignments include reading and a quiz with each chapter, unit tests, and a final exam. Most students will complete the weekly assignments in about 4 hours; some students need more time. Most assignments are completed online; some assignments will need to be hand-written and manually graded

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CHEMISTRY LAB (only required for those who are completing the Lab portion)

Course Materials and Technology for LAB

Time Requirement: There will be about five labs spread over the semester each lab (including the lab report) should take about 3 hours to complete some will take more and others will take less time.