Course Syllabus
Welcome
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Course Description
Science 6A takes an integrative approach to teach science by using crosscutting concepts that link all branches of science. The concepts include patterns; cause and effect; scale, proportion, and quantity; systems and system models; energy and matter; structure and function; and stability and change. Students will explore life science, physical science, and earth science concepts together. This course will focus on systems of living organisms and energy with an emphasis on scientific processes and engineering design.
Lead Teacher Introduction
Ericca Thornhill
Ericca Thornhill is the Science Division Chair for Mizzou Academy. She earned both a bachelor’s & master’s degree in Curriculum & Instruction from the University of Missouri - Columbia. She lives between Columbia & the Missouri River with her husband & kayak. Before coming to Mizzou Academy, Ericca worked as a high school & middle school science teacher in rural & urban public schools, a private school and Missouri Scholars Academy. She loves science because it helps us understand this amazing universe and makes our lives so much better! Her favorite part of working with Mizzou Academy is helping her students reach their dreams!
Ericca Thornhill
Teacher
Science Division Chair
Required Materials
Each activity and item listed in this table are for explore and extension activities that are ungraded.
| Lesson | Activity | Materials Needed |
| Lesson 1 | Mini-Lab | gum |
| Lesson 4 | Effects of Exercise on the Body |
clock, stopwatch, or other timer |
| Lesson 5 | Let's Taste |
water toothpicks salt sugar lemon juice onion juice or tonic water tongue map |
| Lesson 5 | Your Nose is in the Know! |
blindfold fruits with similar textures or fruit-flavored candy like jelly beans, gummy bears, or Skittles |
| Lesson 7 | Factors Affecting Kinetic and Potential Energy |
books meter sticks materials to construct a ramp plastic cups balls of different mass (marbles, ping pong ball, golf ball, etc.) |
| Lesson 8 | Activity: Be an Engineer |
plastic wrap thermometer timer tape a variety of materials (e.g. aluminum foil, crumpled newspaper, cardboard, plastic bags, cloth, foam) |
| Lesson 9 | Renew a Bean |
100 dried beans (or small beads)-50 black, 50 white paper bag |
Technical Requirements
The most up-to-date requirements can be found here:
- Computer Requirements
- Browser Requirements
- Proctoring Requirements
- Microphone (external or internal)
- Webcam
Additional requirements for the course are below:
- audio and video recording capabilities (e.g. smartphone, camera)
Accessibility
If you anticipate barriers related to the format or requirements of this course, please let Mizzou Academy know as soon as possible. If disability-related accommodations are necessary (for example, a scribe, reader, extended time on exams, captioning), please contact Mizzou Academy.
Exams
Midterm Exam
The Midterm Exam is over Lessons 1-5. Your exam is 30 questions, 2 points each; Choose the one best answer.
Final Exam
The Final Exam is over Lessons 6-10. Your exam is 30 questions, 2 points each; Choose the one best answer.
Note: Before taking the exams, complete the study guide, located in the course modules. Also refer to Skill Group 10 in our Learning Library.
The midterm and final exams are not proctored. You are expected to follow these guidelines:
- Do not use online material, course material, or other notes to take the exam.
- Do not navigate away from the exam page during the exam.
- Complete the exam in one sitting
- You do not need any extra materials to complete this exam.
Grades
Your final grade will be based on the number of points you earn on assignments and exams.
The following grading scale applies only to students who meet this standard:
| Grade | Percentage |
|---|---|
| A | 90–100 |
| B | 80–89 |
| C | 70–79 |
| D | 60–69 |
| F | 0–59 |
After completing the course, unofficial transcripts will be available in the Tiger Portal. See this page for information on requesting official transcripts.
Canvas and Technical Support
Canvas will be used as the primary platform for accessing course materials and assignments for this class.
- Access Canvas through the Tiger Portal https://mizzouacademy.missouri.edu/
- For assistance with Canvas, passwords, or other technical issues, submit a ticket by selecting Help from the Global Navigation menu on the left in Canvas. Additional information is provided in the following Canvas Guide: How do I get help with Canvas as a student?
- For questions about enrollment, access to courses, exam proctoring, or billing, contact our Support Services Team at (855) 256-4975 or mizzouacademy@missouri.edu.
Course Summary:
| Date | Details | Due |
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