SNC2D – Grade 10 Science, Academic
Course Description
This course enables students to deepen their understanding of scientific concepts in biology, chemistry, physics, and earth and space science. Students explore topics such as biological systems, chemical reactions, motion and forces, climate change, and environmental sustainability.
Through laboratory investigations, experiments, and inquiry-based learning, students develop skills in scientific research, data analysis, and critical thinking. The course emphasizes the application of scientific principles to real-world issues and technological developments.
This course prepares students for Grade 11 university preparation courses in Biology (SBI3U), Chemistry (SCH3U), and Physics (SPH3U).
Prerequisite: SNC1D – Grade 9 Science, Academic or SNC1W, Grade 9 De-streamed Science.
Course Content
| Unit | Course Content | Time Allocation |
|---|---|---|
|
1 |
Biology |
32 |
|
2 |
Chemistry |
27 |
|
3 |
Earth and Space |
19 |
|
4 |
Physics |
30 |
|
5 |
Final Assignment – Final Exam (30% of final mark) |
2 |
|
|
Total Hours |
110 |
Assessment & Evaluation
Purpose
The primary purpose of assessment is to improve student learning. Assessment relates directly to the expectations for the course.
A variety of assessments for and as learning are conducted on a regular basis to allow ample opportunities for students to improve and ultimately demonstrate their full range of learning and in order for the teacher to gather information to provide feedback. Assessment tasks relate to the success criteria set out in lesson plans. Success criteria allow students to see what quality looks like.
Evaluation is the process of judging the quality of student work in relation to the achievement chart categories and criteria, and assigning a percentage grade to represent that quality. Evaluation is based on gathering evidence of student achievement through:
- Products
- Observations
- Conversations
Weighting of Categories
| Knowledge & Understanding​ | Thinking | Communication | Application |
|---|---|---|---|
|
30% |
30% |
20% |
20% |
Grading
- The final grade is based on performance in 3 areas: products, observations, conversations.
- 70% of the grade is based on evaluations conducted throughout the course.
- 30% is based on a final evaluation.