Science Department
The science department offers courses designed to acquaint students with the means of inquiry used by scientists, to acquire knowledge that comprises the essential structure of each of the sciences, and to develop a respect for and an enduring curiosity about the natural world and the mysteries of the universe. A student may choose to be introduced to
the content and methods of several of the sciences or may wish to concentrate on one or more of the sciences by doing advanced work.
Laboratory work is integrated into the curriculum of the courses. Additionally, for those students desiring a greater depth to their laboratory experience, some courses include a 5-credit option which meets an additional period every 4 days. The 5, 6, and 8 credit courses require the student to commit extra periods to science within their seven period schedule.
All students must pass one of the four approved MCAS science tests (Technology/Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, or Physics) to qualify for a diploma. In addition, students must complete one of the tests by the end of their sophomore year by either taking Engineering the Future as a freshman or Biology as a sophomore.
Nashoba does not explicitly recommend either course of action. See the Massachusetts Department of Education website for more specific information: http://www.doe.mass.edu/mcas/science/?section=about
See our Program of Studies to learn more.
Useful links
The University of Massachusetts seeks to be the Commonwealth's resource for improving K-16 STEM education by providing leadership, curriculum development (both K-12 and public higher education), higher education and K-12 teacher preparation, research, and STEM policy development and advocacy
To see the University of Massachusetts STEM initiative go to: http://www.massachusetts.edu/umassstem/index.html.
Science and Technology Lessons
Science Links
- D Form
- Feb 2010 files one Gulo Gene Mouse and Gulo Protien Mouse two
- Which cells are these [pdf] --- link to pax-6 and eyeless - Science Games
- The Sourcebook for Teaching Science
Science Jeopardy - Science (9-12) Webquest Links for Teachers
Exploratory Science
- The Learning Page - Explorations
in American Environmental History - Electromagnetic Spectrum
- Water Science for Schools
- The Laboratory of Tree-Ring Research -Dendrochronology
- River Quest (By Thinkquest) - 5/02
- Death Valley Geology Field Trip
- Field Trip Map - Franklin Institue Online - (rock connections)
- Rock and Mineral Internet Hunt
Environmental Science
- Hazardous Waste
The Love Canal Debate
Science Seminar
Anatomy and Physiology
- Health Links
- Text Book link Introduction to the Human
Body (Fifth Edition) - The Virtual Body (MEDtropolis)
- Inner Learning Online
- Mr.Trainter
- Health Links
- A.D.A.M.
adam online anatomy
Education A.D.A.M - Images from A.D.A.M.
Archaeology
- American Anthropological Association
- Anthropology/Archaeology Resources on the Internet
- Anthropology/Archaeology Research Engine
- ArchNet
- Classics and Mediterranean Archaeology Home Page
Astronomy
- Eric's Treasure Trove of Astronomy
- Windows of the Universe
- Nasa Shuttle Web
- Magnificant
- Deep Space Network
- Exoplanets
Biology
- Biologica (Requested By - Mrs. Constantino) 02-01
- Human Genome Project
- SeaWorld
- Access Excellence (online labs!)
- Dept. Of Clinical Science: Fitchburg State College
- Electronic Zoo
- Visible Human Web
- Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics
- How to Dissect a Frog
- Biodiversity & Biological Collection
- Woods Hole, Mass
- Australian University
- Molecular Genetics
- Cyber Zoomobile Animal Links
- Desert Animals
- Endangered Species
- National Wildlife Federation
Chemistry and Physics
- Chemistry Software Archives
- Early Dinosaur Discoveries
- U.C. Berkeley Museum of Paleontology Public Exhibits
- Chemistry server
- Northern Illinois Chemistry server
- Optical Standards
- Infrared Processing & Analysis Center
- Periodic Table
Genetics
- Human Transcript Map
- GeneCards: human genes, proteins and diseases (Weizmann)
- Chromosome Abnormality Databases
- MendelWeb: Genetrics, plant science & History of Science
- Molecular Genetics
General Science
- Discovery Channel On-line
- Math/Science Yahoo Page
- Honolulu Community College Dinosaur Exhibit
- Views Of The Solar System
- Sea of Data (Great Images)
- NEW The Mad Scientist Network
Earth Science
- Volcano Research
- Views Of The Solar System
- Space Telescope Science Institute
- EarthWatch
- Whale Watch
- United States Geological Survey
- Envirolink Library
- Rainforest Action Network Home Page
Space/NASA
Sample Rubrics
- Site
- Genetic Disorders [pdf
Other
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test 1 w flickr