CR00403 - Physical Science 03159 (S2)

Physical Science, S2 is a laboratory course that explores the relationship between matter and energy. In this second semester, the instructional focus is on three general topics: Waves, Light, and Sound, Electricity and Magnetism, and Our Universe, Our Galaxy, and Our Earth. Through direct instruction videos, vocabulary activities and lab demonstrations, students will learn about reflection, refraction, the Electromagnetic Spectrum, music, batteries, power, electronics, semiconductors, and computers. Students will also learn about stars, solar systems, plate tectonics, weather, climate, and natural resources. Student understanding will be assessed through interactive lab exercises, quizzes, and tests. The online course also includes audio resources that can "read" content to students along with 18 different language translation options. Students will take a diagnostic pre-assessment prior to beginning each lesson and do not need to re-take those lessons where they demonstrate the ability to meet standards. This course is offered as a credit recovery option with teachers located in South Dakota.