Instructor, Science:
Kathryn R. Gemmer
School:
Greeneville City High School
Class:
Freshman Academy Physical Science
Phone and Office:
(423) 787-2249, Room 111
Course Description
Physical Science is a course that explores the relationship between matter
and energy. Students should learn Physical Science through the process of
inquiry. Hands-on laboratory investigations, individual studies, and group
activities should constitute a major portion of the learning experience.
Using available technology, students will investigate forces and motion, the
chemical and physical properties of matter, the ways in which matter and
energy interact within the natural world, and the forms and properties of
energy. Conservation of matter and energy is an underlying theme throughout
the entire course. Physical Science provides the knowledge, prerequisite
skills, and habits of mind needed for problem solving and ethical decision-
making about matters of scientific and technological concern. Physical
Science offers a basic foundation for advanced studies in Chemistry and
Physics.
This is an introductory science course for ninth grade academy at
Greeneville High School. There are no pre-requisites.
