AP / IB Chemistry at ACHS (updated 10.14.09): September 2009

Monday, September 21, 2009

Weekly agenda for 9.21 to 9.25

Monday 9.21

Class: no school

Tuesday 9.22

Class: in class assignment with the substitute teacher

Assignment: review gas laws and calculations

Wednesday 9.23

Class: review gas law calculations and PV = nRT

Assignment: review problems on pgs 25 - 26 #1 - 10

Thursday 9.24

Class: TOK assignment which can be accessed here.

Assignment: review for quiz tomorrow on PV = nRT

Friday 9.25

Class: review gas law calculations and PV = nRT

Assignment: read pgs 26- 28 on solutions .

Quiz: ideal gas law equation PV = nRT

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Questions? email doug.abshire.achs@gmail.com or call 303.853.7786

Thanks, Mr. A

Saturday, September 12, 2009

Agenda for 9.14 to 9.18

Monday 9.14

Class: analyze data on vinegar + NaHCO3, introduce Avogadro's Hypothesis and the Mole Concept applied to gases

Assignment: read pgs 21 - 23 and review examples #1-4, review for balancing equation quiz (2)

Tuesday 9.15

Class: TOK internet activity can be accessed here.

Wednesday 9.16

Class: more examples on Avogadro's hypothesis, introduce the ideal gas law PV = nRT

Assignment: # 1-5 pg 23. and read about the ideal gas law equation on pg 24

Quiz: balance two reactions from word equations(you may NOT use your ion chart)

Thursday 9.17

Class: ideal gas law equation problems and introduce the gas laws (P1V1 = P2V2; V1/T1 = V2/T2; P1/T1 = P2/T2).

Assignment: read pgs 24-25 and review example on pg 25. Solve problems #1-5 pg 25.

Friday 9.18

Assembly / half day.

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Questions? email doug.abshire.achs@gmail.com or call 303.853.7786

Thanks, Mr. A

Sunday, September 6, 2009

Agenda for 9.7 to 9.11

Monday 9.07

no school

Tuesday 9.08

Class: more stoichiometric examples and solved problems (g - mol relationships in balanced equations? A solved problem can be viewed here.

Assignment: pg 20 # 4 - 5

Quiz: balance two equations (you may use your ion chart)

Wednesday 9.09

Class: introduce limiting reactant problems.

Assignment: read pg 20 and see solved examples.

Thursday 9.10

Class: more limiting reactant problems

Assignment: pg 21 # 1 - 2

Friday 9.11

Class: limiting reactant problems revisited. A solved problem can be viewed here (pt 1) and here (pt 2) .

Assignment: review pg 20, #3

Quiz: naming / writing formulas (you may NOT use your ion chart

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Questions? email doug.abshire.achs@gmail.com or call 303.853.7786

Thanks, Mr. A

The IB Learner Profile

THE IB LEARNER PROFILE

Inquirers: They develop their natural curiosity. They acquire the skills necessary to conduct inquiry and research and show independence in learning. They actively enjoy learning and this love of learning will be sustained throughout their lives.

Knowledgeable: They explore concepts, ideas and issues that have local and global significance. In so doing, they acquire in-depth knowledge and develop understanding across a broad and balanced range of disciplines.

Thinkers: They exercise initiative in applying thinking skills critically and creatively to recognize and approach complex problems, and make reasoned, ethical decisions.

Communicators: They understand and express ideas and information confidently and creatively in more than one language and in a variety of modes of communication. They work effectively and willingly in collaboration with others.

Principled: They act with integrity and honesty, with a strong sense of fairness, justice and respect for the dignity of the individual, groups and communities. They take responsibility for their own actions and the consequences that accompany them.

Open-minded: They understand and appreciate their own cultures and personal histories, and are open to the perspectives, values and traditions of other individuals and communities. They are accustomed to seeking and evaluating a range of points of view, and are willing to grow from the experience.

Caring: They show empathy, compassion and respect towards the needs and feelings of others. They have a personal commitment to service, and act to make a positive difference to the lives of others and to the environment.

Risk-takers:They approach unfamiliar situations and uncertainty with courage and forethought, and have the independence of spirit to explore new roles, ideas and strategies. They are brave and articulate in defending their belief

Balanced: They understand the importance of intellectual, physical and emotional balance to achieve personal well-being for themselves and others.

Reflective: They give thoughtful consideration to their own learning and experience. They are able to assess and understand their strengths and limitations in order to support their learning and personal development.

AP / IB Chemistry at ACHS (updated 10.14.09)