Friday, February 7, 2020
Finding the Right High School Chemistry Program
Finding the Right High School Chemistry ProgramThere are many types of basic science programs available for students at the end of high school, including, but not limited to, a scientific inquiry, a developmental approach to the nature of science, and a general science major. For those considering the program of a science major in the High School, there are several factors to consider. In this article, we will examine the most common criteria used by schools to determine a student's future career.For teachers, the initial thing they look for in their pupils is their willingness to learn the material. A student who shows a willingness to spend the necessary time to understand, learn, and apply the basic science concepts will be expected to move on to more complex subjects as their interest in studying grows.For High School Science Teachers, there are many ways to judge a student's interest in learning and discovery. A science student that gets excited about the nature of science and c an answer basic questions like; How does the sun create energy and heat? Is energy released in all directions? will definitely prove that they are truly interested in the subject.Students that have at least five years of classroom experience that demonstrates the basics of the subject and a strong interest in the subject will do very well in the science classes at the High School. The curriculum of the High School science classes is made up of 2 General Education classes that come in at the beginning of the day and then the other two classes in the evening that gives students the opportunity to participate in a variety of subject areas including, but not limited to, anatomy, global warming, geology, mechanical, materials science, and molecular biology.The High School chemistry laboratory is a dynamic environment where students are exposed to different chemical reactions that allow for hands-on activities like; spattering, dissolving, and all the chemical reactions that occur during a lesson. There are many times during the High School course that students will be allowed to prepare and perform their own experiments and at times the teacher can even assist in doing the experiment. Every aspect of the environment from the students to the teacher are discussed and explained during the mandatory lab.At the end of the first year, students are expected to choose the subjects they would like to continue with in their second year of High School and they are also required to take up the same fundamental subjects. This process helps students establish that they are interested in learning in the subject, the teacher is on the same page with the student's learning style, and the overall atmosphere of the course helps to focus the student and ensure they enjoy the subjects that they are being taught. The teacher will also look for the student's personal goals in the subject such as: did they want to start a job in the field, get a degree, advance in their field, or simply enjoy being exposed to the subject.When a student chooses to advance to a more comprehensive program, they will be able to work with a group of students to learn different aspects of science that are pertinent to the field. For example, students may be placed in groups such as: lab students and teacher, students working in the lab, and students assisting in the lab and the group. All groups are working together to develop a greater understanding of the subject.
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