Course title

AP Chem Hon

Pre-requisite

Successful Completion of a biology course; Grade of an A in Chemistry or B or better in Pre AP Honors Chemistry, Concurrent enrollment in Algebra 3-4 or higher math, Qualify on Placement Rubric

Course description

The AP Chemistry course is designed to be the equivalent of the general chemistry course usually taken during the first college year. Students will attain a depth of understanding of fundamentals and a reasonable competence in dealing with chemical problems. The course will contribute to the development of the students’ abilities to think clearly and to express their ideas; orally and in writing; with clarity and logic. The college course in general chemistry differs qualitatively from the usual first secondary school course in chemistry with respect to the kind of textbook used; the topics covered; the emphasis on chemical calculations and the mathematical formulation of principles; and the kind of laboratory work done by students. Quantitative differences appear in the number of topics treated; the time spent on the course by students; and the nature and the variety of experiments done in the laboratory. This course aligns with the National Collegiate Honors Council’s expectations for university Honors course pedagogy. The course format will follow these objectives in the delivery of the content: 1. Discussion and writing are the hallmarks of Honors classes. Students will consistently use writing; both in class and out; as a means to express ideas and prepare for discussions. 2. The course is discussion-oriented rather than lecture. The instructor provides background to inform the discussion and guide the research; as students are given time in advance to read; research and prepare their responses in writing. 3. Students work to develop the ability to think about a broad range of ideas and come to understand how scholars and artists work by reading and responding to primary source material; by exploring issues and problems in depth rather than quickly and superficially; and by being carefully exposed to and guided through the methods of many disciplines. Students learn to see the broad implications of each issue; as well as learning to analyze and synthesize the material. 4. Students work to become more independent as critical thinkers; demonstrating the ability to use knowledge and logic when discussing an issue or an idea; while considering the consequences of their ideas; for themselves; for others; and for society. The classroom environment is open to many perspectives and points of view; where students are encouraged to take intellectual risks and feel safe doing so.

School Country

United States

School state

Arizona

School city

Phoenix

High school

Horizon Honors High

School Address

16233 S 48th Street

School zip code

85048

Requested competency code

Lab Science

Date submitted

02/13/2013

Approved

Yes

Approved competency code

• LCHM
• Chemistry

Approved date

04/29/2013

Online / Virtual

No