This course will be updated through the fall and be fully available by November 2022
Subject
Subject: Science
Grade: 9
Credits:1.0
Type: Destreamed
Language of Study: English
Prerequisites:
None
Course description: Discover the basic concepts of biology, chemistry, earth and space science, and physics, as they relate to technology, society, and the environment. Build skills in the processes of scientific investigation. Preview Course
Interested in taking this course?
- If you are a student already enrolled in an Ontario High School, please contact your school about taking courses with TVO ILC.
- If your goal is to earn a high school diploma or if you are a homeschool student, an academic assessment of your application must be done before choosing courses, please visit Apply Now to start your application.
Grade: 9
Credits:1.0
Type: Destreamed
Language of Study: English
Prerequisites:
None
Course description: Discover the basic concepts of biology, chemistry, earth and space science, and physics, as they relate to technology, society, and the environment. Build skills in the processes of scientific investigation. Preview Course
Course fees are partially subsidized for most Ontario residents. The administrative fee covers the cost for us to process your application.
Interested in taking this course?
- If you are a student already enrolled in an Ontario High School, please contact your school about taking courses with TVO ILC.
- If your goal is to earn a high school diploma or if you are a homeschool student, an academic assessment of your application must be done before choosing courses, please visit Apply Now to start your application.
Course Overview
This course enables you to develop your understanding of basic concepts in biology, chemistry, earth and space science, and physics, and to relate science to technology, society, and the environment. Throughout the course, you will develop your skills in the processes of scientific investigation. You will acquire an understanding of scientific theories and conduct investigations related to sustainable ecosystems; atomic and molecular structures and the properties of elements and compounds; the study of the universe and its properties and components; and the principles of electricity.
Course Syllabus
This course is designed for independent study. Our courses are routinely reviewed for errors and adherence to AODA accessibility standards. We appreciate your patience as we work towards delivering high-quality digital learning for all.
This course is designed for independent study. Our courses are routinely reviewed for errors and adherence to AODA accessibility standards. We appreciate your patience as we work towards delivering high-quality digital learning for all.
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24 Lessons
1.1
In the beginning
1.1
In the beginning
1.2
The Sun
1.2
The Sun
1.3
Interconnected living systems
1.3
Interconnected living systems
1.4
Assignment: Energy flow scenarios
1.4
Assignment: Energy flow scenarios
1.5
In the beginning
1.5
In the beginning
1.6
Atoms
1.6
Atoms
1.7
Putting it all together
1.7
Putting it all together
1.8
Assignment: Sustainable space technologies
1.8
Assignment: Sustainable space technologies
2.1
Human impacts
2.1
Human impacts
2.2
Matter in ecosystems
2.2
Matter in ecosystems
2.3
Elements
2.3
Elements
2.4
Electricity
2.4
Electricity
2.5
Assignment: Investigating conductors and insulators
2.5
Assignment: Investigating conductors and insulators
2.6
The periodic table
2.6
The periodic table
2.7
Combining your knowledge
2.7
Combining your knowledge
2.8
Assignment: Cost-benefit analysis of a metal
2.8
Assignment: Cost-benefit analysis of a metal
3.1
Energy conversions
3.1
Energy conversions
3.2
Electric circuits
3.2
Electric circuits
3.3
Energy efficiency
3.3
Energy efficiency
3.4
Summarizing the learning
3.4
Summarizing the learning
4.1
Change
4.1
Change
4.2
Impact
4.2
Impact
4.3
Drawing conclusions
4.3
Drawing conclusions
4.4
Culminating activity
4.4
Culminating activity