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H. Leslie Grebe __hlgrebe@district287.org__ 612-355-5810 Class website: secaphysics.wikispaces.com

College Prep Physics:
http://www.physicsclassroom.com/Physics-Tutorial/Newton-s-Laws
 * You are responsible for tracking homework assignments and due dates. Use advisory time and Tutorials to make sure you understand
 * Online textbook: http://www.physicsclassroom.com/Physics-Tutorial/1-D-Kinematics
 * You can make up Quick Writes by looking here:
 * Name
 * Date
 * Question
 * 2+ complete sentences of what YOU THINK (not stuff from the internet)

CPP Homework:
Due 12/12 Write a MATH word problem of your own using Power = Work / time and then solve it. (Pay attention to units)

Due 12/2 Pick one and explain how that energy is connected to the sun: Wind (windmills turbines) Hydroelectric (water over a dam) Ethanol (Like gasoline, but made from corn) Fossil Fuels (Gas, oil, coal,...)

Due 11/22 Describe your own example from everyday life of energy changing from what initial form to what next (or final) form

Due 11/17 Write a MATH word problem of your own using W = F*d and then solve it. (Pay attention to units)

Quarter #1: Forces and Newton's Laws
Due 10/27 Create and answer an example problem using acceleration = (change in velocity) / (change in time)

Due 10/19 - Acceleration worksheet (in file folder)

Due 10/12 - Note sheet for test One piece of paper (can write on both sides) of notes to use while taking Q1 Test #1. Must be in your handwriting.

Due 10/6 - Calculating Speed (in file folder)

Due 9/30 - Inertia and Mass Worksheet (in file folder)

Due 9/28 - Word Search and Sentences (in file folder) A) Write at least 4 sentences based on our class notes, using the words to be found in the word search B) (extra credit) Find the words in the word search

Due 9/21 - Net Force Problem A) Define Force and Net Force B) Create and answer your own example net force problem (like the piano pushing ones we practiced in class)

Due 9/15 - Scientific Method: - Use the internet to find and list the steps of the scientific method. (Tell your source) - For each step, write a word or phrase that summarizes what that step means (everyone’s will be different).

= Syllabus =

__Instructor Introduction:__ Hi, I’m Leslie and this is my second year teaching at SECA. I love teaching physics with all the hands-on stuff we get to do. Before coming to this school, I developed a physics class for White Bear Lake Alternative and I am eager to get to know and help all of you this year!

__Course Description:__ This is a course on the concepts and relationships in physics. Besides learning more about how the universe works, students will practice analytical thinking skills that apply to everyday life. We will do hands-on activities often and sharpen some math skills used to express how things are connected to each other.

__Topics Covered:__
 * * Forces || * Electricity ||
 * * Motion || * Magnetism ||
 * * Work and Power || * Waves ||
 * * Momentum and Inertia || * Sound ||
 * * Energy and Heat || * Light ||


 * __Grade Distribution:__ || __Grading Scale:__ ||
 * Classwork, “Daily 3”:50% || 100 - 90%A ||
 * Tests / Projects:40% || 89.9 - 80%B ||
 * Participation10% || 79.9 - 70%C ||
 * || 69.9 - 60%D ||
 * || < 60%No Credit ||

__Participation Expectations:__
 * In class (on time, physically and mentally, participating until the end of period)
 * On task (head up, working / participating, not distracting or disrupting others)

__At SECA, we are RHR__ - Code switch to classroom mode || - Honor the bells || - Gather or put away supplies - Keep our room clean orderly || * PEDs & headphones away * End side conversations || - Contribute to your ability || - Monitor your learning * Need notes? * Asking questions / for help || * One-ear quiet music || - Have your brain turned on, contribute || - Advocate for your learning ||
 * We are || Respectful || Honest || Responsible ||
 * Beginning/End of Class || - Help get / keep learning time (minimize disruption or distraction)
 * Lab time || - Gather and return supplies, clean up || - Doing only the activities planned || - Everyone is responsible for keeping everything safe ||
 * Teacher Led or Whole Group Instruction || - Give your attention to the speaker
 * Small Group / Independent Work || - Make class first priority
 * Missing work / contracts || Find appropriate time to discuss progress with me || Be realistic about what you can and will get done || Use schoolview on your own to assess your progress ||

__Minnesota Standards:__
 * 9P.2.2.1: Forces and inertia determine the motion of objects.
 * 9P.2.2.2: When objects change their motion or interact with other objects in the absence of frictional forces, the total amount of mechanical energy remains constant.
 * 9P.2.3.1: Sound waves are generated from mechanical oscillations of objects and travel through a medium.
 * 9P.2.3.2: Electrons respond to electric fields and voltages by moving through electrical circuits and this motion generates magnetic fields.
 * 9P.2.3.3: Magnetic and electric fields interact to produce electromagnetic waves.
 * 9P.2.3.4: Heat energy is transferred between objects or regions that are at different temperatures by the processes of convection, conduction, and radiation.

__MOST IMPORTANTLY:__ Your fellow students are here working consistently toward the goal of learning physics to get credit. Respect is fundamental to helping everyone achieve that goal.

???INACTIVE as of Fall 2016  Students use in-class folders to make-up work, few ever used website Past School Years