Course Syllabus

syllabus 6th Grade Science B

Welcome

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Course Description

Science 6B 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 plants and animals, properties of matter, water, and weather and climate with an emphasis on scientific processes and engineering design.

Lead Teacher Introduction

Ericca Thornhill

IMG_20220731_155123774.jpgEricca 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, as well as a private school. 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

thornhiller@mail.missouri.edu 

Science Division Chair

Required Materials

Each activity and item listed in this table are for graded assignments. 

Lesson Assignment Materials
Lesson 5 Modeling Phase Changes

template printed or drawn on paper, glue or tape, pen or markers, small items to represent particles (e.g. beans, beads, cereal like cheerios)

Each activity and item listed in this table are for explore and extension activities that are ungraded. 

Lesson  Activity Materials
Lesson 1 Why are jointed appendages useful?

masking tape, paper such as old newspapers
Lesson 1 Observing Invertebrates magnifying glass
Lesson 2 Investigating Water Movement in Plants

potato, toothpicks, cup, water
Lesson 2 Make a Spinning Seed strips of paper, paperclip
Lesson 5 Observing Evaporation two cups of the same size, two small cups, pencil, tape, ruler, paper towel, water, rubbing alcohol (isopropyl alcohol)
Lesson 6 Observe the water cycle

gallon-size resealable plastic bag, permanent markers, clear plastic cup, water, food coloring, duct tape
Lesson 6 Adhesion and cohesion

a small coin, dropper and water, cup of water, liquid detergent or soap, paper towel
Lesson 6 Build a model watershed

8 ½ x 11 piece of white paper, 8 ½ x 11 piece of cardboard (a paper shopping bag also works well), black, non-permanent marker (water-soluble like Crayola Washable markers work best), blue colored pencil or crayon, spray bottle with water, towels for clean-up
Lesson 7 Model the Coriolis Effect

spinning stool or plate, a large piece of paper, marker, ruler

Technical Requirements

The most up-to-date requirements can be found here: 

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, for a total of 90 points; Choose the one best answer.

Final Exam

The Final Exam is over Lessons 6-10. Your exam is 30 questions, for a total of 90 points; 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:

Grading Scale
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.