Physics is an introductory course that explores the scientific
study of the interactions occurring in systems in terms of
the forces between objects, the related energy transfers
between interacting objects, and the consequences of
these energy transfers. Students will engage in the Science
and Engineering Practices as outlined in A Framework for
K-12 Science Education and the Next Generation Science
Standards to learn about the disciplinary core ideas of force
and motion, waves, and interactions of energy and matter.
This course integrates the International Baccalaureate
Middle Years Program’s Approaches to Learning and
Global Contexts to foster the development of community
responsibility and 21st century learning skills. In this
course, students will develop research skills, technical
writing skills, and the ability to comprehend and analyze
complex texts.