Middle M/J Comprehensive Science 1
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Number of Credits
1
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Estimated Completion Time
2 Semesters
Description
MJ Comprehensive Science 1 is the first in a series of three consecutive science classes. It introduces middle school students to the disciplines of life science, physical science, and earth-space science. In addition, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) concepts are integrated throughout the course. The lessons make real-world connections and require students to apply STEM skills like analysis, problem solving, science knowledge, and engineering practices. Hands-on and virtual laboratory investigations are included throughout the course to provide students opportunities for exploration through scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, and experimental procedures. By the end of the course, students will be practicing, experimenting, thinking, and talking like a scientist!
Follow the link below for the Department of Education description for this course:
Regular course description: http://www.cpalms.org/Public/PreviewCourse/Preview/13070
Advanced course description: http://www.cpalms.org/Public/PreviewCourse/Preview/13071
SEGMENT 1
Module 01—Force and Energy
- Gravitational Law
- Types of Forces
- Balanced and Unbalanced Forces
- Speed and Motion
- Graphing Speed
- Energy Transfer
Module 02—The Earth
- Landforms
- Weathering and Erosion
- Shaping the Surface
- Spheres of Earth
- Heat Transfer
- Advanced Heat Transfer Through Earth
Module 03—The Atmosphere
- Energy and Temperature
- Weather and Climate
- Global Weather Patterns
- The Water Cycle and Its Effects
- The Atmosphere and You
- Advanced Predicting Severe Weather
SEGMENT 2
Module 04—Cells and Life
- Organization of Organisms
- Cells and the Structure of Life
- Cell Structure and Functions
- Advanced Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes
Module 05—Classifying Life
- Maintaining Balance
- Advanced Cell Cycle and Mitosis
- Classification
- Keys and Kingdoms
Module 06—Body Systems
- Nervous and Musculoskeletal
- Endocrine and Reproductive
- Digestive and Excretory
- Respiratory and Circulatory
- Infections and Health
Some household materials will be required for hands-on labs found in lessons 01.02, 01.05, 02.04, and 06.05
Besides engaging students in challenging curriculum, the course guides students to reflect on their learning and evaluate their progress through a variety of assessments. Assessments can be in the form of practice lessons, multiple choice questions, writing assignments, projects, research papers, oral assessments, and discussions. This course will use the state-approved grading scale. Each course contains a mandatory final exam or culminating project that will be weighted at 20% of the student’s overall grade.***
***Proctored exams can be requested by FLVS at any time and for any reason in an effort to ensure academic integrity. When taking the exam to assess a student’s integrity, the exam must be passed with at least a 59.5% in order to earn credit for the course.
Courses subject to availability.
Pursuant to s. 1002.20, F.S.; A public school student whose parent makes written request to the school principal shall be exempted from the teaching of reproductive health or any disease, including HIV/AIDS, in accordance with the provisions of s. 1003.42(3). Learn more about the process and which courses contain subject matter where an exemption request can be made.
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