AICE The Test

Chapter 1 Water (90 min Lessons)

In this chapter, students will explore the structure of atoms and ions and how they bond together to form compounds and understand how properties of water are important to marine life.

This unit covers the following topics

  • 1.1 Particle theory and bonding
  • 1.2 Solubility in water
  • 1.3 Density and pressure

Resources

Timeframe

  • 3 weeks
  • 8 days/class periods – 90 minutes each

Daily Agenda

Here’s an insight into my daily routine, outlining both my current practices and planned strategies. This encompasses the content I deliver, the methods I employ to reinforce concepts, the array of activities I incorporate, including simulations and laboratory work, and my approach to student assessment.

While this routine isn’t without its imperfections, it has proven effective for my students, as evidenced by my average pass rate of 90%.

Feel free to use this as a foundation, adapting it to align with your preferences and, crucially, incorporating valuable feedback from your students.

The goal is to maintain an atmosphere of engagement and enthusiasm, keeping students intrigued by the subject matter and get them to pass the AICE Exam.

Note: All pacing suggestions are estimates. Adjust the time to accommodate for specific student needs and interests.

Curriculum Pacing Guide

1 Day = 90 minutes class.

Day 1. Lesson

  • 1.1 Particle theory and bonding

Objectives

  • explain the changes of state in water
  • describe the structure of the atom
  • describe the covalent bonding in a water molecule
  • describe ionic and hydrogen bonds
  • explain how hydrogen bonding in water affects the properties of water

Instructional Materials

Day 2. Lesson

  • 1.2 Solubility in water

Objectives

  • explain the terms solute, solvent, solution and solubility
  • describe how soluble salts, such as sodium chloride, dissolve in water
  • explain the effect of water temperature on the solubility of salts
  • explain the effect of surface run-off, precipitation and evaporation on the salinity of sea water

Instructional Materials

Day 3. Lesson

  • 1.2 Solubility in water

Objectives

  • describe the pH scale and methods of measurement
  • describe the effect of water temperature, water pressure (depth), atmospheric pressure and salinity on the solubility of gases in water and the implications this has for marine organisms

Instructional Materials

Day 4. Lesson

  • 1.1 Particle theory and bonding
  • 1.2 Solubility in water

Objectives

  • Understand the format and structure of AICE style questions.
  • Practice answering AICE style questions to reinforce understanding of key concepts.
  • Receive immediate feedback to improve exam readiness.

Instructional Materials

Day 5. Lesson

  • 1.3 Density and pressure

Objectives

  • explain how water temperature, water pressure and salinity affect the density of sea water
  • describe how temperature and salinity gradients form in water columns to produce ocean layers

Instructional Materials

Day 6. Lesson

  • Review

Objectives

  • Review objectives of the chapter
  • Understand the format and structure of AICE style questions.
  • Practice answering AICE style questions to reinforce understanding of key concepts.
  • Receive immediate feedback to improve exam readiness.

Instructional Materials

Day 7. Lesson

  • Review

Objectives

  • Review objectives of the chapter
  • Understand the format and structure of AICE style questions.
  • Practice answering AICE style questions to reinforce understanding of key concepts.
  • Receive immediate feedback to improve exam readiness.

Instructional Materials

Day 8. Lesson

  • Chapter 1 Test

Objectives

  • Assess students on Chapter 1 Water topics: 1.1 Particle theory and bonding 1.2 Solubility in water 1.3 Density and pressure

Instructional Materials

Exposing students to proper blend of lecture, practice activities and questions is of paramount importance for their success on the Cambridge exam.

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