ISA4/ISC4/ISC5 - Natural Science Parts I and II - after 10/8/2007
This document outlines the sequence of learning activities students should complete to help prepare to demonstrate competence in this subject area. The timeline represents the standard number of weeks that should be allowed to prepare for an assessment. These steps may be completed more quickly than shown below as determined in consultation with your Mentor.
Natural Science Parts I and II (ISA4/ISC4/ISC5) after 10/8/2007Guided Learning Tool Liberal Arts Structure: 13 Self-Study Modules updated: 2/26/2008 |
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Guided Learning Tool Description
This document outlines the sequence of learning activities students should complete to help prepare to demonstrate competence in this subject area. The timeline represents the standard number of weeks that should be allowed to prepare for an assessment. These steps may be completed more quickly than shown below as determined in consultation with your Mentor.
Learning Tasks and Standard Timeline
In general students should take no longer than thirteen (13) weeks to complete the modules associated with this subdomain. Students may, of course, accelerate this pace. By following the timeline below students should be able to meet the goal.
Week 1: Modules 1, 2, & 3 – Introduction, Learning Resources, & Scientific Concepts
Week 2: Module 4 – Scientific Inquiry (TaskStream Task #1 will take a few weeks to complete)
Week 3: Module 5 – Motion and Simple Machines
Week 4 & 5: Module 6 – Energy
Week 6: Module 7 – Chemical Interactions
Week 7: Module 8 – Cellular Processes
Week 8: Module 9 – Genetics and Evolution
Week 9: Module 10 – Diversity of Life
Week 10 & 11: Module 11 – Geologic Processes
Week 12: Module 12 – Oceans and Atmosphere
Week 13: Module 13 – Solar System
