Teachers:
Mrs. Jaclyn Kaya
Bachelors in Science & Master of Science University of Hawaii, Manoa Email: [email protected] |
Course Overview:
In this beginning physics course, students explore their notions about common, everyday phenomena, discuss their observations with peers, and draw conclusions that can be tested. They begin to make predictions, practice data collection and graphing techniques, apply some math (algebra) skills to real situations, and start to make sense of their observations. Exposing a greater number of students to concrete concepts of physics can provide the basis for understanding the more abstract concepts included in modern chemistry and biology.
The emphasis is focused on conceptual understanding rather than mathematical manipulation. Physics in the 9th grade will parallel the goals of basic algebra: reinforcing skills such as solving equations, interpreting graphs, and reasoning proportionately. The fundamental of physics can be taught without a great deal of higher mathematics. Be advised that there is still the upper level physics class that uses higher mathematics - this is the physics that we are more acquainted with. Students are able to take this course during their junior or senior year.
The emphasis is focused on conceptual understanding rather than mathematical manipulation. Physics in the 9th grade will parallel the goals of basic algebra: reinforcing skills such as solving equations, interpreting graphs, and reasoning proportionately. The fundamental of physics can be taught without a great deal of higher mathematics. Be advised that there is still the upper level physics class that uses higher mathematics - this is the physics that we are more acquainted with. Students are able to take this course during their junior or senior year.