Remediation is the reteaching or relearning of materials already covered inside the classroom, to help students gain a grasp on ideas or concepts they did not pass in previous teaching.
How do I know if I need remediation?
Student's scores for each standard is posted on Oncourse (MyGrade Portal). ALL students and parents should have their log-in information, it is the same as last year. If you do not have your log in information you may contact curriculum to gain that information. The school phone number is (904) 381-3930. If on campus, go by room 107. On Oncourse look at the assignments labeled "SC.912.L.18.12", "SC.912.L.18.1", and "SC.912.18.11". Students who scored below 6 on any standard associated with the common assessment will be required to complete remediation. Students who scored below a 10 have the option of doing remediation for the specific standard to improve their grade.
What is being remediated right now?
Remediation is available for the standards associated with Biochemistry, which was covered on Common Assessment #1 for the 2nd Quarter. These standards are:
SC.912.L.18.12 Discuss the properties of water that contribute to Earth’s suitability as an environment for life: cohesive behavior, ability to moderate temperature, expansion upon freezing, and versatility as a solvent.
SC.912.L.18.1 Describe the basic molecular structures and primary functions of the four categories of biological macromolecules.
SC.912.L.18.11 Explain the role of enzymes as catalysts that lower the activation energy of biochemical reactions. Identify factors such as pH and temperature, and their effect on enzyme activity.
What are the remediation assignments?
"Properties of Water Concept Map" (Standard: SC.912.L.18.12)
PART 1: Draw a concept map for the Properties of Water to include at least the following terms: Acids, Adhesion, Bases, Bleach, Buffers, Cohesion, Covalent Bond, Hydrogen, Hydrogen Bonds, Lemon Juice, Milk of Magnesia, Mixture, Ocean Water, Oxygen, pH, Polarity, Properties of Water, Pure Water, Rain Water, Solute, Solution, Solvent, Stomach Acid, and Suspension. Include a fact with each term. See picture below for an example.
PART 2: Answer the following questions:
1. Suppose you wanted to increase the pH of a solution. What could you add to the solution to increase the pH? Explain your prediction.
2. Silica is a hard, glassy material that does not dissolve in water. Suppose sodiuam chloride is accidentally mixed with silica. Describe a way to remove the sodium chloride.
"Macromolecules" (Standard: SC.912.L.18.1)
PART 1: Make a compare/contrast table entitled "Four Groups of Organic Compounds." Column heads should read Group Name, Chemical Composition, Examples, and Function in Living Things. Fill in the table with the appropriate information.
PART 2: Explain the levels of organization of each molecule beginning with the smallest structure (atomic level) to its largest structure (completed polymer).
PART 3: Suggest one or two simple experiments to determine whether a solid white substance is a lipid or a carbohydrate. What evidence would you need to support each hypothesis?
"Enzyme Activity" (Standard: SC.912.L.18.11)
PART 1: Answer the following questions:
1. Why is it important that energy releasing reactions take place in living organisms? Give an example of this process.
2. Changing the temperature or pH can change an enzyme's shape. Describe how changing the temperature or pH might affect the function of the enzyme in figure 2-21(see page 52 in text).
3. Explain why a lock and key are used to describe the way an enzyme works. Describe any ways in which the analogy is not perfect.
PART 2: Draw an energy-absorbing and an energy-releasing reaction. Label the reactants, products, activation energy, x-axis, and y-axis. Describe what would occur if an enzyme was utilized in the reaction and draw it's pathway with a different color.
When is the remediation assignments due?
Remediation will be due during class time on either Tuesday, December 7, 2010 or Wednesday, December 8, 2010.
What if the remediation is not turned in on time or not complete?
Only students completing the remediation completely and on time will be allowed to take the mini-quiz for that specific standard. Students will not be permitted to take the remediation mini-quizzes without the completed remediation assignment.
