1. WELCOME TO SNC2L MR. SCHWARTZENTRUBER

2. EXPECTATIONS: YOUR ROLE AS A STUDENT Look at things differently! Watch the water…

3. EXPECTATIONS: YOUR ROLE AS A STUDENT Ask questions! Why does the water stream bend? Can we get the stream to bend left and right? Can we bend it and then straighten it out? Why does this happen?

4. EXPECTATIONS: YOUR ROLE AS A STUDENT Remember the 6 Simple steps to success 1: Attend Class and Arrive on Time 2: Arrive Prepared to do your work 3: Show respect for others and yourself 4: Put forth your best effort 5: Follow the ENSS School rules 6: HAVE FUN WHILE YOU ARE HERE!

5. STUDENT INFORMATION CARDS Let’s fill in some very basic information that I will need in the future ENSS SCIENCE DEPARTMENT STUDENT INFORMATION SHEET Descriptive feedback on your progress will be an integral part of this science course. Please provide the following information so that communication between you, your parents or guardians and your teacher will be possible.

6. CLASSROOM ROUTINES 1)Manners 2)Hands up 3)Attention 4)In/Out baskets 5)Assignment trackers 6)Calendars 7)Washrooms 8)Late/Absent 9)Check out my website through: www.ENSS.ca

7. BIOGLYPHS

8. BIOGLYPHS (CONTINUED)

9. WHAT IS SCIENCE???? What does Science mean to you? 1)Write 5 Science related words 2) Write a brief definition of “Science” 3) Watch: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tw5Bg 0CJYs0 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tw5Bg 0CJYs0 4) Write out two things you want to learn about in science this semester

10. LEARNING STRENGTHS AND CLASS PROFILE Hey!!!! You’re not the same as me! Everyone likes to do things in their own particular way. Some people like to read about concepts and ideas first and then plan things out while others just want to jump in and get their hands dirty! Let’s look at these different ways of learning that some people call: MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCES

11. LEARNING STRENGTHS SECTION 1 o I like to tell jokes, tell stories or tales. o Books are important to me o I like to read o I often listen to radio, TV, tapes or CDs o I write easily and enjoy it o I quote things I’ve heard o I like crosswords and word games SECTION 2 o I know about my feelings, strengths and weaknesses o I like to learn more about myself o I enjoy hobbies by myself o I enjoy being alone sometimes o I have confidence in myself o I like to work alone o I think about things and plan what to do next

12. LEARNING STRENGTHS SECTION 3 o I solve math problems easily o I enjoy math and using computers o I like strategy games o I wonder how things work o I like using logic to solve problems o I reason things out o I like to use data in my work, to measure, calculate and analyze SECTION 4 o I shut my eyes and see clear pictures o I think in pictures o I like colour and interesting designs o I can find my way around unfamiliar areas o I draw and doodle o I like books with pictures, maps and charts. o I like videos, movies and pictures

13. LEARNING STRENGTHS SECTION 5 o People ask me for advice o I prefer team sports o I have many close friends o I like working in groups o I’m comfortable in a crowd o I have empathy for others o I can figure out what people are feeling. SECTION 6 o I get uncomfortable when I sit too long o I like to touch or be touched when talking o I use my hands when speaking o I like working with my hands on crafts/hobbies o I touch things to learn more about them o I think of myself as well coordinated o I learn by doing rather than by watching

14. LEARNING STRENGTHS SECTION 7 o I like to listen to musical selections. o I am sensitive to music and sounds. o I can remember tunes o I listen to music when I’m studying o I enjoy singing o I keep time to music o I have a good sense of rhythm SECTION 8 o I enjoy spending time in nature o I like to classify things into categories o I can hear animal and bird sounds clearly o I see details when I look at plants, flowers, and trees o I am happiest out doors o I like tending to plants and animals o I know the names of trees, plants, birds, animals.

15. GARDINER’S MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCES SECTION 1 Verbal - Linguistic SECTION 2 INTRA - personal SECTION 3 Logical Mathematical SECTION 4 Visual Spatial SECTION 5 INTER - personal SECTION 6 Bodily - Kinesthetic SECTION 7 Musical Rhythmic SECTION 8 Naturalist

16. NOW LET’S TRY THE INVENTORY ON THE BACK OF YOUR INFORMATION SHEET!