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7 th Grade Life Science. Joy Chien. Background. 9 th year teaching science at Fallon B.A. in Botany and Ph.D. in Plant Biology from UC Berkeley Teaching Credential from Cal State East Bay. Objective. Make science fun and relevant Teach students h ow to DO science
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7thGrade Life Science Joy Chien
Background • 9th year teaching science at Fallon • B.A. in Botany and Ph.D. in Plant Biologyfrom UC Berkeley • Teaching Credential from Cal State East Bay
Objective • Make science fun and relevant • Teach students how to DOscience • Understand DNA, cells, organisms, heredity, evolution, body systems • Some health topics – tobacco and alcohol awareness
Technology • Will continue to use Google apps for collaboration, presentation.
Textbook • Keep at home for now • Reading and Note Taking Guide will not be given out
Three important websites • Teacher site–Homework, agenda, notebook table of contents, calendar • Parent Portal on Infinite Campus-Grades • PearsonSuccessNet.com – Online textbook, self-assessment, animated activity, videos, worksheets User name: bklifesci Password: fallon7
Weighted Grading Test score can be improved -between 80% -70% can make corrections -below 70% can retake the test
Homework • 2 to 3 times a week • Graded on completion/accuracy • Late work receives 70% credit
Notebook • EVERY handout is glued in there • Notebook quiz once/twice per quarter • Grading rubric
Look out for • Lab Safety Contract • Donation Letter ($10 contribution to Fallon School/Science Club or consumable items by Sep. 27)
Contact Information Preferred method is email • Email: chienjoy@dublinusd.net • Phone: (925) 875-9376 X 6456 • Any question?