1. The final exam is in one week. It is worth 20% of your grade and will cover all the material from the 4th quarter. This includes the units on stoichiometry, states of matter and gas laws, solutions, acid/base chemistry, thermochemistry, reation rates, and equilibrium. In what areas do you need to study the most? How do you plan to study for the test and what would be most helpful in class?
2. Think back to your first day in chemistry...it's now 4.5 months later and you are almost done! What advice would you give to students who are taking chemistry next year? Give at least one piece of solid advice for how a student can be successful in this class. Your advice can cover the following topics, or anything else (remember to keep it appropriate!): Homework, Labs, Tutoring, Absences, Sports (per. 3 &4), Studying, Mastery Quizzes/Assignments, Test Corrections, Course Diffficulty, Math Level.
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1. My worst test score was on the Acids & Bases exam so I feel that most of my time will be spent studying that packet. I think that playing review games in class helps me because I remember the material easier.
ReplyDelete2. My advice would be to really pay attention from day one. Everything in this class builds on prevoius chapters and not knowing conversions or stoichiometry can hurt you chapters later. My other advice would be to actually, 100% complete each homework assignment and find the correct answers. It will really make test taking easier.
FIRST
ReplyDelete1. I feel that I STRONGLY need to focus on Thermochemistry a little bit. I have all the core information down but I still need to memorize those random facts from the book.
2. Always study before a test, all day every day. Always. Because if you don't, there will be a random question that you didn't know because you didn't study.
Nikki Heilbrunn P. 1
ReplyDelete1. I mostly need to study stoichiometry, solutions, and thermochemistry. I'm going to review all the old packets and notes and complete the study guide. In class it would be helpful to review the older concepts and be able to ask questions we have while studying previous chapters.
2. For next year chemistry students, make sure to complete and turn in homework on time. Stamps really add up and the packets are a lot of points. Try not to be absent on lab days because they are difficult to make up and they usually are helpful in understanding the concepts of the chapter.
Elly Nakama Period 1
ReplyDelete1. I need to study the acid/base chemistry and thermochemistry the most. Those units were the hardest for me. I plan to do all of the study guides and go over the notes for each chapter.
2. The advice I would give to the students next year, is go to tutoring when you don't understand something because the units build on top of each other. I would also suggest they keep all of the Labs.
1. The areas I need to study the most are stoichiometry, theromchemisty and the gas laws. I will most likely end up studying all of the units. I will study by doing the study guide, looking over past packets and reviewing notes. It would be helpful if in class we review a little bit.
ReplyDelete2. The advice I would give to incoming students would be to try your best on every homework and to take a good amount of time to study for each test and quiz. The math wasn't that hard for me since I am in a high level of math but I do suggest them to take at least Algebra 2. For labs, I suggest that reading the whole lab before doing it is always a smart thing to do or else it is easy to mess up!
-Olivia McGuigan (period 1)
1. For the final exam, I need to study more about thermochemistry. I plan to to go over the notes, complete the study guides, and make flashcards to study for the final. In class, it would be very helpful if we spent time going over the key points and fomrulas of each of the units.
ReplyDelete2 For students taking chemisty next year, I would suggest reviewing the mastery assignment before each init test because it goes over the important concepts of everything that could be on the test. I would also suggest going to tutoring before the start of class if you need help on anything because you can get help from other students and Ms. Macmanus.
1. I feel that I need to study all of the material, very vigorously. In order to gurantee a sufficient grade on this final, I plan on completing the entire study guide, and reading the entire book. I will not settle for anything less than a 100% on this test.
ReplyDelete2. My advice would be to actually read the text book, and study somewhat regularly. Try your hardest on homework, and ask questons.
1. The units I need to study the most are probably Stoichetry and Thermochemisry. Looking back those were my lowest test scores from the 2nd semester. I am going to use flash cards to study all the definitions in each unit.
ReplyDelete2. The advice I would give the students who are taking chemistry next year would be to pay attention in class, and to do all the homework. If you do the homework thats how you learn. Don't take short cuts or you'll get cut short!
1. For the final exam, I feel like I will need to review the gas laws and formulas, such as the ideal gas law, PV=nRT,and the combined gas law, P1V1/T1 = P2V2/T2. I will also review thermochemistry formulas like Q=C*m*deltaT, and other calculations with specific heat. I will study dilutions and calculating pH, and hydrogen/hydronium ion concentrations. Stoichiometry is used in a lot of problems, so it would be useful to review that too.
ReplyDelete2. To future chemistry students, I would recommend to make sure you understand everything taught everyday, since chemistry is cumulative, and everything will build up. Doing plenty of practice problems will help. Particularly important concepts to understand are nomenclature, ionic vs. molecular compounds, and stoichiometry. Those are the basics that will keep on coming up throughout the year. The course isn't difficult, as long as you pay attention to notes and practice problems. Math concepts are pretty basic, just some multiplication, division, ratios, dimensional analysis, and log. As long as you pay attention in class and do homework, you will have a solid grade in the class.
Brett Murphy
ReplyDelete1. I don't really have to study anything that much. I'm just too good at chemistry, studying is not neccesary. I will though just for fun. I really hope Heath Ledger will come back for the third batman movie.
2. The advice I would give to students of the next year is to study before all tests and quizzes and to keep all of the labs. Don't inhale the chemicals or lick the beakers.
1. I need to study reaction rates and equlibrium the most for the final. I plan on reviewing over the entire chapter with special attention to the way the problems are worked out. For the rest of the chapters I plan to complete the finals study guide and look over all of my notes, past homeworks, and lab assignments.
ReplyDelete2. For the students next year I suggest asking for help before you fall behind so you are able to maintain your grade without having to worry about struggling, completing and attempting all of their homework and using every opportunity of test corrections offered to you.
For the final I need to review the concepts and rules of acids and bases, including review of all other chapters and practicing all types of calculations that we have studied and been tested on. I will study by completing the study guides, reviewing all unit notes and assignments, and by practiving different formulas and calculations.
ReplyDeleteFor new students entering chemistry next year, I suggest that they stay caught up on all of their homework and really complete all assignment when they are due. Therefore there is no need to "cram" everything in the night before a unit test. If you do not understand a concept, get help before moving on to another unit because everything always shows up again.
Elsiabeth Cashman P.1
ReplyDelete1 i need to review the calculations and the beginning chapters of this semester.
2 keep all the labs and do all the hw, it does help.
1.) I need to study the solutions and thermochemistry notes the most. I will study by reviewing class notes, homeworks, etc, and doing practice problems on the final study guide provided. Review games or activities would be helpful in class.
ReplyDelete2.) I would advise next year's chemistry students to thoroughly complete homework assignments, labs, etc-- not only because the points add up, but also because doing it will help you understand the material better. Also, make sure you focus and understand what's going on in class, because almost everything that you don't get will come back to haunt you in a later unit!
-Vivian Zhang, Period 1
Andy Prolman p.1
ReplyDeleteFor this final I definitley need to go back and review the stoichiometry and thermochemistry units as they were where I struggled the most this symester. I willl go back over my entire packets including notes, hw assignments and mixed reviews. I will also read the important chapters in the book again.
Some advice I have for future chemistry students would be to make sure that you complete all of the homework assignments becuase they really add up in the end. I would also suggest to study as much as possible before every test and quiz becuase even if you think that you may know the material, the questions might surprise you.
1. I think that I need to study everyting equally. I understand most of the points we learned but need to review them to remember formulas and theories.
ReplyDelete2. Some advice I would give to incoming students is to be very prepared for master quizzes, because mastery assigments are a hassle. Plus, they have an influence on your grade.
1. I think that the unit of stoichimetry and thermochemistry were the hardest but i would also like to go over all the units just to refresh my memory. I plan to use old packets and look over them, read over some chapters in the book again and make some flash cards.
ReplyDelete2. For everyone taking chemistry next year be ready because this calss is hard if your not ready for it. To do good in this class you have to be orginazed and be doing all of your homework. Come into tutoring every once in a while it will help out alot.
1. For me, studying for the midterm will focus on the acids and base test and also the one before that. The other units I think I have a thorough understanding of. I need to freshen up on all the formulas and constants too.
ReplyDelete2. For next years students I recommend studying hard for even the quizzes and always doing the mastery assignment. Also, don't be afraid to come in before school and ask for help.
-Sajan Sanghvi
1. The final will be very difficult if I don't go over stoichiometry or thermochemistry because I had a really diccicult time understanding the formulas and remembering all of the information given. I plan on studying by going over every single chapter that I feel I needed help on and going in sometimes before or after school. The most helpful thing in class to study was the print out notes because I didn't feel rushed while taking notes and I could actually read what I was writing.
ReplyDelete2.For all the new students of chemistry I reccomend never EVER failing a quiz because mastery assignments take forever and when you have other stuff to do its hard to find the time.
-Michael Kinney
1. I feel that I need to focus on studying Stoicheometry and solutions. I was never very good at math, so I feel that these areas are my weakest. I plan to study by reading the book and looking for practice problems that give me a deep understanding. I think the most helpful thing would be to do practice problems in class.
ReplyDelete2. For new Chemistry students, I reccomend taking the time to get a concept rather than just "getting it" later. Chemistry builds off of itself and can get difficult if you're missing pieces.
-Mike Arsenault, P.4
1. I think going over the acid and bases unit would be most helpful cause I bombed that test. I would also need a refresher on stoichiometry though I didn't due bad I feel as if I don't know any o0f it. The way I study is to do practice problems and pratice worksheets so I can drill it in my brain.
ReplyDelete2. I would tell them just to hang in there and don't give up. Also to study and practice what they have learned for that unit.
-Jake Burke per.4
1. I feel like i have to study for thermochemistry the most because I had a really hard time understanding the concept. I plan on studying by looking back at the unit packets and doing the final study guide.
ReplyDelete2. I would recommend using tutoring if you need it, and always asking questions if you don't understand something. Also, study really hard for mastery quizzes and tests.
-Lydia Chung P.4
1. The chapter I need to focus on the most is thermochemistry because I got the worst test grade on that chapter out of all the chapters we did this quarter. To study for thermochemistry and the other chapters
ReplyDeletewill probably read over a few sections in the textbook. I'll also look at some of the notes I kept from previous packets. I think if we do a couple of review worksheets in class, that will help the most.
2. For those who are taking chemistry next year , should know to ask questions when confused. If they don't, they will not only be confused on that chapter but confused on the chapters to come because it seems like each chapter is built off the ones before that. They should be organized and take notes with legible handwriting because that sometimes made the class difficult for me.
-Andres Miller P.4
1. I need to work on stoichiometry the most. To study, I will go through old homework, and flip through the book to find problems I can work through.
ReplyDelete2. My advice would be to PAY ATTENTION. Ask questions if you get confused. It doesnt get easier, and it all builds on itself.
-Elissa Benjamin
Period 4
1. Well personally i feel that stoichiometry is my true decrecendo and therefore i need to work more in this area to improve. If i work out the kinks in that area i should succeded.
ReplyDelete2. Advice for next year students, do the homework to the best of your ability and if you happen to have to take a mastery assignment make sure to go in the day before it is due so you can get a 100% on it. this will not only make your life eaiser but you'll succeded. Test will be easy if you study hard and take good notes. Quizes are easy if you make them easy and stoichiometry is hard to listen closely and pratcie, pratice, pratice.
-Luke Whitcraft
Period 4
(From Elissa's AIM account)
1. I struggled the most with stoichiometry so I will need to spend a large percentage of my studying time focusing on it. I would also like to spend a considerable amount of time on thermochemestry, trying to keep it fresh while I currently remember it.
ReplyDelete2. This first thing I would reccomend to a student that he determines he is struggling is to get a tutor right away. They provide an alternate way to learn and reinforce knowledge presented in class. I would also reccomend being very orginized with storing your homework, as you must keep it--sometimes for over a week--befoer turning it in. Lastly, it is essential when doing mastery assignments to check answers with you (or any chemistry teacher) before turning it in.
Jacob Morrison
Period 4
1. I think that stoichiometry is one of the classes weakpoints overall, I have many friends who also have little understanding of how to find a limiting reagent. I plan on going through old homework to study for the test.
ReplyDelete2. I would suggest that any student who wants to take chemistry should ask a question when they are first confused, understanding chemistry does not happen overnight and builds on itself so learning the material the first time makes life easier in the future.
~Kaleigh Colford p. 4
1. For the final, I need to study thermochemistry because I didn't understand that chapter too well. I plan on re-reading the chapter, my notes, homework, and warm- ups. I think if we just reviewed it in class, it would help a lot.
ReplyDelete2. I would suggest for people who are taking chemistry next year is to do all the homework. Homework really adds up and if you don't do too well on the test, hopefully the homework would help. Also, I would suggest to not miss class because even if you miss anything, its hard to catch up and if you don't understand one chapter, most likely you won't understand more to come.
Alex McCool , p. 4
1. i belive that thermo chemisty was the hardest unit for me. the calculations and cancelling process were hard as whel as stoichiometry i will study these the most for the upcoming final
ReplyDelete2. my advice to next years students is to always complete the homework (if you miss a few assignments those lost points build up fast) also to study for every mastery quiz and test. the mastery quiz is a great tool to help you determine what you need to lean before the test with a bit of a saftey net of the mastery assignment
- John Read
Per #4
1. I feel the main areas I need to study in are states of matter and gas laws, and acid/base chemistry. Those are my main fields that I did not do well in. I plan to gain the knowledge needed by using all necessary notes and resources, including the textbook, etc.
ReplyDelete2. My main piece of advice to new students entering Ms. MacManus' class is, don’t fall behind in studying and your class work, you will fail, guaranteed. Also, don’t be afraid of Ms. MacManus, she doesn’t bite, at least as far as I know, so don’t freak out. Peace out ya’ll!
-Your Friendly Neighborhood “Hug it Out” Buddy
Rocky Rock P.4
Naomi Stapleton Period 4
ReplyDelete1. I think I need to study thermochemistry the most for the final. I plan to reread the chapter in the textbook and review my notes from that unit. Playing a review game in class would really help me to retain the information, I think.
2.I would suggest to an incoming chemistry student to create a good system in their binder for staying organized and to stick to it throughout the year. Organization is key, because the points in the packet of work at the end of each chapter adds up and is important to your grade. Also, I would advise to always make sure to complete the homework and thoroughly understand the answers to each question.
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ReplyDelete1. I will review/read all of my notes and homework packets from this semester. I will review chapter 12 the most, as I feel that i still don't understand some of the concepts. I plan on re-reading the chapters, and reviewing the mastery assignment for chapter 12.
ReplyDelete2. I would advise incoming chemistry students to stay organized, and make sure that they do their homework. Homework is the one grade that you get to "choose" what you get. Just do your homework, and you'll be fine. It really does help you learn the material. Another important thing for incoming chemistry students to know is that the mastery assignment is very helpful. It may not be fun, but it really gives a good summary of the chapter. I found a pattern that when ever i did the mastery assignment, I ended up getting a very high grade on the test. Another important thing to note, Is that Ms. Macmanus takes some test questions directly from the mastery assignment! Another thing incoming chem students should know is that the labs are a big chunk of their grades. You should always put some time in effort into a lab write up as to make sure you get a good grade. Labs are not hard, they just take time to write a good/thorough lab write up.
Brendan O'Leary
Per.1
Caroline Patten p.1
ReplyDelete1) I studied mostly everything...I focused on primarily the earlier chapters, as I had forgotten almost all the information. I re-read the chapters and looked through all of the packets. I also looked at some labs.
2) I would advise future students to go in for tutoring and always ask questions. There is no such thing as a stupid question..and the teachers are there to help you rather than fail you.
Also, don't mess up on the lab write ups..it is an easy way to lose points!!!
1). I think that i need to study thermochemistry the most because it was one unit that i had difficulty in. I will study for the final by doing review wksts and re reading my notes and going through the book.
ReplyDelete2). I would advise future chem students to study for 2 hours the night before the test. Also to re read the unit is very very important. Also study your butt off for the mastery quizes, if you do good it will help you a lot. Take advantage of study guides and tutoring.
1. I don't really need to study much, because I kept up with the stuff all year long.
ReplyDelete2. Some advice would be to do all the work, turn everything in, and consistently go back and study for each test. Also go back after the test to brush up on the old chapters to make sure you don't remember it, so you don't need as much studying for the final. Also for the labs, make sure you do everything yourself, even if it is a simple lab with a group, you want all your work to be original.
1. My worst score was on the States of Matter & Gas Laws, so I will have to study that the most, to remind myself and to ensure that I understand the concepts. I will use the old packets to study for the midterm, and especially focus on the formulas. I think that in-class review games would be the most helpful for studying.
ReplyDelete2. The most important thing to be in this class is organized. If you do all your homework, and stay on top of the tests and quizzes, you can be successful. Try and limit absences, and make sure you do the mastery assignments. Also, make sure you keep all your labs.
1. I definitely need to review everything, probably stoichiometry and thermochemistry the most. I will review all the the past packets' notes and reading guides as well as review worksheets. It would be helpful to spend some time on the old units and be able to look over some past test questions.
ReplyDelete2. Some advice I would give is to know the material and study ahead of time for mastery quizes and tests, and not try to cram at the last minute. Also, it is important to do well on the labs.
-Lauren Montague
1) I need to study and review all the chapters we covered in class for the 4th quarter so that they are fresh in my mind for the upcoming final exam. I plan to study for the test by doing the study guide and going over my notes. What would be most helpful is to go over the materials covered in class.
ReplyDelete2)The advice I would give to students taking this class next year is to study everyday and to earn all the points you can (i.e. Test corrections, extra credit, mastery assignment, etc.,). The math tutors in the back of the chapters are most helpful.
-- Liberty Adair
1. i need to go over all the units we learned this semester. especially thermochemistry and the gas laws. i will go over the study guide and work on practice problems. in class review will also help.
ReplyDelete2. For incoming students i suggest making sure you get all your homework points and take time on the labs. it all adds up in the end
1. For the final, I feel like I need to review everything we learned. I am going to study by doing the study guide and reviewing all of the notes.
ReplyDelete2. My advice to incoming students is to study for every quiz and test and to make sure that all of your homework is turned in on time.
Sam Kang
ReplyDelete1. Definitely need to review most of the stuff. I am going to study by making flashcards and solving various problems.
2.My advice is to do all the homework and don't slack off
1. I need to review everything and make sure I don't forget anything important. I'll definitely need to go over stoichiometry again, and i'll probably end up doing all the study guides and review sheets and making flashcards to help me study.
ReplyDelete2. My advice is to study for every quiz and test early and not the night before or the day of. Also, turn in all your work complete and on time because losing those points can really hurt your grade in the end.
1. I absolutely for sure need to study everything. A lot. But I guess one of my main weaknesses is stoichiometry.
ReplyDelete2. Hello new students! I would highly advise doing your homework and not getting behind. In addition, if you have to do a mastery assignment, GET IT CHECKED. I have had it happen to me, one missed problem=0, It's no lie. Also, do some sort of tutoring. Even if you're doing well in the class, it wouldn't kill you to ask a couple questions or just make sure you understand the homework. Good Luck!!!
~Kyana Miller
1) To prepare for the final I will make lots of flash cards and concentrate on memorizing vocabulary. I find that on tests, the vocabulary is definatly a big chunk on the test that I struggle with. I also want to redo old worksheets and problems in the book in order to review the material on the final. I want to focus mainly on the stoichiometry unit and the acids and bases unit because I did not do so well on those tests. Finally, am planning on comming for all of the tutoring days before and after school for the last week of chem in order to have help and a quiet working place to study for the final.
ReplyDelete2) My best advice for students entering chem in the future is to not procrastinate on any assinment and to come in for tutoring or ask help when one becomes lost or even slightly confused, because all of the chapters build on eachother, and the material will continue to reacure over and over again. Make sure to take advantage of Ms. MacMaus's generous tutoring schedule and her extra credit opportunities. FInally, I strongly suggest to do the mastery assignment for every test even if one does not pass the mastery quiz. Good luck new students, and try your best.
- Lauren Little
Period-3
1.) I REALLY need to step up my game in stoichiometry. The other subjects, I can study normally, but with stoichiometry, I need to work hard!
ReplyDelete2.) For the new students, I would say, don't trust yourself. I know that sounds really bad, but be smart. If you think you know the information backwards and forwards and you didn't study all that much, you will bomb. Unless your name is Will Hunting, which I doubt it is. Also, come into tutoring in the mornings and after school if you are struggling. The few times I did, it made all the difference in the test.
Paloma Herrera; P.3
1. I personally need to study the solutions section the most, because that was the one unit with a lot of information that I couldn't memorize. I plan on studying for the test by reviewing my packets--especially the notes. In class, reviewing some of the really important material is extremely helpful to me, as is going over topics to put on our notecard (if we get one for this test) because there are a lot of things I would forget to put on it if it wasn't said in class.
ReplyDelete2. To future chemistry students, I would recommend to do all of the homework and really pay attention during class. Also, if they don't understand something in class, they should go in one day before or after school for tutoring because it makes everything a lot easier. If they don't do it right away they'll have a tough time on the test. Also, for kids who play sports, if they have to miss class for a game, they should make sure to set aside some time before school (or after if they don't have practice) to meet with Ms. Mac Manus to go over what they learned in class. Finally, be sure to keep all of the labs from the semester, because the lab extra credit will give their grades a HUGE boost. Good luck!! :)
-Kiana Duncan
1.) The unit that I had the most difficult time with was stoichiometry. For the final I am really going to use my time well and study every day I can and not leave it for the night before the final. I think that splitting up my studying time into a couple hours each night will be more helpful for me.
ReplyDelete2.) The advice I would give to the students in Chemistry next year is always do the Mastery Assignments. They are a great study tool even if you did well on the Mastery Quiz.
Nicole Sardo
Period 3
1. I plan to go through all past chapters and find out which units I did the worst on and make sure to focus on those. And then I will review as much as possible. Going over the most important aspects that we have to know would be most helpful.
ReplyDelete2. I would tell future students to STUDY, even if you know the unit, because they all really do not. Or do not know as much as they think they do. Also make sure to go for tutoring in the mornings.
1. I plan to study all of what we have learned so far this semester by looking at all the notes, and other worksheets we have done. I will mainly be focusing on solutions because that concept is the hardest for me to understand.
ReplyDelete2. My advice for future students is to do all their homework because they will need all the points they can get. And to make sure they all followed the exact directions on the labs to get all the points possible.
-Hannah Kent P. 4
1. The unit I plan on studying the most would be stoichiometry. Im going to go over all of the equations and probably do a lot of practice problems. I think what would be the most helpful in class would be to go over all of the equations we need to know for all of the chapters on the final. Seeing them again and practicing them more would help everyone remember them more clearly.
ReplyDelete2. For future students my advice to you is study, study, study! Read every chapter and ask questions if you don't understand something. Ask the teacher or sometimes it is helpful to ask a friend you know understands it a little better because you both will get something out of discussing it.
1. I need to study Unit 10, acids and bases, and unit 11, Thermochemistry. I should also review the earlier units because I don't remember them as well. I'm going to use the packets and final review worksheet to study.
ReplyDelete2. Take good notes, actually read the textbook when doing homework, and complete your homework and mixed review worksheets. They help a lot!
1. The unit that I should study the most for is the Acid and Bases. It took me a while in order to understand some of the material and memorize the new concepts. To study for the final, I plan on reviewing the notes from this semester and completing the study guides posted on the website. I also plan on reviewing stoichiometry since we haven't practiced it in a while.
ReplyDelete2. Advice that I would give to future chemistry students is to pay attention during class/notes so you don't fall behind. Being at class everyday and learning everything at school saves time so that you don't need to study or learn the concepts on your own. Attending class everyday also makes it easier on yourself because making up labs, notes, homework, tests, or quizes can be difficult. Ask for help if you need it and study the notes, mastery assignments, and mixed reviews.
Sarah Kwan
Period 4
1. i thought that the acids/bases chapter was the most difficult so i will study that. i plan on reviewing the packet.
ReplyDelete2. Some advice that i would give to future students is to not fall behind and to study for the mastery quizes.
Ian Rigg Period 3
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ReplyDelete1. I think stoichiometry and acid/base chemistry will be the areas that I study most for the final. I plan on re-reading the chapters to remember the vocabulary, doing practice problems to remember the math associated with the units, then going over old packets to remember the conceptual portions I might have forgotten. I think if we went over the questions on the tests in each unit that were most commonly missed, it would be beneficial to the greatest amount of people at once. Seeing as we never go over tests in class, that would be an opportunity to see the mistakes that a lot of people forget about, or put behind them without understanding, after a unit test.
ReplyDelete2. My advice for a student would be to keep up with the homework and labs consistently, because good grades in those areas can really save you if you do poorly on the quizzes and tests of a unit. Also, I recommend doing part of the mastery assignment, if not all of it, before a Mastery quiz. This will be helpful in studying so that one may do well on the quiz, and it also saves you time if you are forced to do the assignment later anyways. Being solid with basic algebra principles also proved helpful in the class as well, so I would advise someone to take Chemistry only after or during Algebra 2.
~Dani Shapiro, Period 3
1) The units that I need to study for are thermochemistry and stoichiometry. I really struggled in these units so I definitely need to concentrate on them so I can do well on the final. To plan for this test, I plan to review previous homework packets and do a lot of practice problems. In class, a helpful way to study would be to do practice worksheets and work with other students to understand the material.
ReplyDelete2) A piece of advice that would be useful to future chemistry students would be to do the mastery assignments even if you do not fail the mastery quiz because they really help to get extra practice for the tests. I would also remind students to keep all of their labs until the end of the semester for extra credit points!
Sophie Warner
Period 4
1) I am going to review stoichiometry and acids/bases as these were my hardest chapters. I will review the notes and homework we did for those units and also do some more practice problems from the chapter reviews to understand them better.
ReplyDelete2) To all incoming chemistry students, always do the mastery assignments regardless of if you have to or not. They are a great way to study. Also, go in if you don't understand anything. It's better to to clueless the first day of the unit rather than the day of the test.
1. I think that I need to study all the units equally because there are a lot of things that I don't remember from each unit. I am going to review the packets, the old mastery assignments, and I might make flash cards.
ReplyDelete2. I would say that to make sure that you do all of your homework and study for every test and quiz because missing points really add up to effect your grade.
Alyssa Harry
Period 3
1. I think that i need to study the thermochemistry unit. That was the hardest unit for me and i need to go over it a bunch to remember how to do it.
ReplyDelete2. I would tell the kids coming into chemistry to pay attention in class because if you miss out on one thing in the unit the rest of the unit wont make much sense. Also make sure to do you homework and labs because they really make an impact on your grade
1.) I would need to study all of the units to become fully fluent in all of them, but I performed the worst on the Unit 9 Solutions test, so that might be my main focus up to the final. I think the most effective way for me to study and review the material would be through the book, as well as the packets that have been done in previous units and the powerpoints that will be made in class for review.
ReplyDelete2.)My advice for next year's students is to pay attention and absorb all that you can, because this IS a difficult class that requires effort to completely understand the material being covered in the class. Do the homework to the best of your ability and (I can' believe I am saying this) READ THE BOOK IF YOU DON'T UNDERSTAND SOMETHING! IT HELPS A LOT!!
1. I really need to focus on the stoichiometry unit! i will do so by looking at my packet and the book.
ReplyDelete2. Go in for tutoring in the morning! (i know its early but do it)
READ THE BOOK!!
Focus during class, don't get off task!
1. I plan on reviewing all the MAC packets we have done and reread the parts i do not understand. I may redo some worksheets if necessary. Some things that could help would be some optional practice worksheets on all the equation stuff and just going over everything in class. The notecard for the test is helpful too.
ReplyDelete2. For the people to come my advice for them would be to always do your homework, make sure you read the chapters, study really hard, and be prepared for semi-hard math. Also try hard not to miss class or quizzes.
1. I feel I am pretty prepared for the final next week. I dont realy plan to study I feel stressed out when I do and end up doing worse than I could have done.
ReplyDelete2. My advice would be to make sure to get some buddys who understand the materials this way if you ever miss any notes or dont understand something youve got a fail safe.
Alex Mezouari
ReplyDelete1. Well I did worse on the acid and bases test so i will spend sometime looking over that chapter however I will be going over all the other chapters reading the packets as well as doing the final reveiw wprksheets you were so kind enough to make for us. Thank you! =]The absolute most helpful activity in class is just for us to have free time to work on what ever worksheets we would like so we can get help from you. This is also a great idea because it asses the needs of each of the students enabling them to work on their weaknesses. I hope you take my activity into account without the fear of people slacking off and not getting anything done. For these students have an evil wicked assignment that they must complete.
2. One word STUDY!!! I would give it a couple ours for studying for a test not just a half an hour breeze over the notes. I did that for one test and I failed it keeping in mind it was the only test I failed. So just keep up with the material and if you feel yourself slipping behind hey dont fret because you just have to come into tutoring ever so often to use your friendly resources, Mac Manus. =]Some advice with the chance tickets is always onuput in two tickets because it is a good amount to where you can only win two but you also have a good chance of winning one. The homework passes are always a nice bonus to where if you miss a little off of a homework you can always make it up YAYAYAYAY!!!! GGGGGOOOOO CCCHHEEMMM. !!!
1. I feel that in order to be prepared for the final, I should review all of the material to make sure I haven't forgotten anything crucial. It would probably put a dent in things if I blanked on a thermochemistry problem or forgot how to fill in the unknowns of a reaction.
ReplyDelete2. It is definitely important to review all of the new material when you get it or you might fall behind. Also, like Coltin said, it's wise to find someone who might understand the material better than you do just in case you need a little extra help.
Sean Hnedak
ReplyDeletePeriod 1
I need to make sure to memorize any math formulas involving stoichiometry and so on. I also want to make sure i remember all of the vocabulary. i also need to study the acids and base unit the most. I will study by doing all the review sheets and making sure to review all old packets. I might also look at the section highlights at the end of every chapter because they have all the important info.
2. Try your best to understand all of the math problems on any worksheets. Getting your friends to help you with the worksheet doesn't mean that you are going to be able to do the questions on your own.And the math should be pretty easy too, if you study. :)
1. I believe that I need to prepare for the final by first getting going over all material and seeing which things I forgot. I know for a fact that I did the worst on the acid and bases test, so I will especaially reviewing over this material. I have also been alreay using the review packet which also helps to review all chapters.
ReplyDelete2. My advice would be to always study!!!.. for everything including tests and quizzes! A very useful way I found was by constantly paying attention in class and actually trying hard when doing the homework. The homework is a very good study tool and you have to do it anyway for the points..so basically your hitting to birds with one stone. I also recommend going into to class before/after school to ask any questions. From personal experience, I find it can really improve your grade!
Samantha Becorest :)
1. Thermochemistry was definitely a difficult concept for me to grasp. Stoichiometry was also hard for me to understand. I think just looking for my lowest test scores and really trying to understand those sections as well as skimming over the other chapters wil help me on the final. Just like the person above me said, I wouldn't want to miss something just because I forgot to study it. So I will study that as well. For any test, instead of doing a lot of problems, I like to do only a few but do the hardest ones, so that I know that I truly understand the concepts.
ReplyDelete2. Chemistry is difficult to grasp at first, it's like a different language. I would advise that if you don't typically study for tests, in chemistry, it is necessary to study. Forming study groups and coming in before and after school for help has been essential for me. That way, I can ask questions if something doesn't make sense and I will learn more from someone else about a concept that I wasn't really understanding before.
Hallie Tate
Period 4
1. I feel that the chapters that I need to study most are the Acids and Bases unit, and the Stoichiometry unit. I plan to go over all of the vocabulary and form a study group with my friends so we can explain the different concepts to each other.
ReplyDelete2. In order to be successful in this class you need to turn in all of your homework, because those points really add up. Also, I would advise incoming students to complete the Mastery Assignment even if they didn't fail the Mastery Quiz, because it is an excellent study tool to utilize for the tests.
-Allison Estle
1.I will have to review everything but most importantly I will need to review the stoichioetry and the acids and bases. These were the two I struggled with the most.
ReplyDelete2. Advise I would give new students is to take good notes and to study for every test. This includes studying the mathematical part, the vocabulary, and the themes of the chapter.
1. The unit I'll need to study most is Thermochemistry, and I'll do that by going through the packet, and doing extra practice in the book. I think the best way to study in class is through unit focused games, like Jeopardy.
ReplyDelete2. I would advise a new student two stay organized so that packets are easy, and to make sure to go in early to check mastery assignments or ask any confusing questions, because it's definitely worth it.
1. I think i will study the units of solutions, thermochemistry, and acids and base chemistry. I will review all of my old notes and homeworks. I also may redo some of the assignments that i did poorly on. I will also make flashcards with all of the formulas that i need to have memorized for the test. I will also review all of the units from the beginning of the quarter, so that i can refresh my memory on what we learned in those units. I think reviewing the final study guide and review key concepts, that will be on the test, in class will help a lot and also practing sample problems of ones that will be on the final.
ReplyDelete2. I would advise that the student should have a semi-high knowledge of math, in order to be successful in the class. There are a lot of calculations and concepts that students will have to be able to understand and comprehend. I would also reccomend that students study for all mastery quizzes, because even though they have a guaranteed C, they shouldn't always depends on having that crutch there for them. Test corrections are also a good idea because if you do poorly on a test you are able to get up to a 70 on the test. But test corrections are also a good tool to use for review and a form of tutoring, even if you do well on a test, going over problems you missed will help a lot in throughly learning and understanding the material. I am now realizing that i should have taken some of my own advice. haha
Natalie Gonzalez
Period 4
1. I plan on studying the calculation of all the units since I only really know Molarity the best. I also need to study the properties of acids and bases,stoichiometry calculations, and solutions. I plan to have a study group with other class members, reviewing old homework packets, and making flashcards.
ReplyDelete2. I strongly urge new students to do test corrections to increase their grade and review questions they had trouble on, and doing mastery assignments even if they passed the quiz because it's a great way to review.
1. I think that I need to study the units on states of matter and gas laws as well as acid/base chemistry because those units were a while back and I don't exactly remember the units very well. I'm planning on studying for the test by doing the Final Study Guide WS that was handed out to us today, looking at all our old practice worksheets, and going back and doing some of the chapter review in the textbook. For me, it would be most helpful in class just to have our own study time becuase I tend to study best on my own.
ReplyDelete2. My advice to students who are taking chemistry next year is do NOT slack off. You'll need to work very hard for this class and put in a lot of extra time studying. If you need extra help, you should go to the tutoring before school; I found those sessions very helpful. Make sure you keep all your labs, as well as your old worksheets! They'll be useful throughout the course.
- Rachel Park Period 1
1. One good thing for me to study with would be to look over past study guides and see if I can check out the past mastery assignments. I will also be looking at the chapter reviews for all the chapters and just looking through the questions. I definitely need the most studying in stoichiometry and acid/base solutions.
ReplyDelete2. Some advice for students next year is to be on top of ALL their work. Also, when preparing for the tests, even if they dont have to, doing the mastery assignment is great practice because the questions are really good and make you think.
1. I did worst on the acid and bases test. To do better on the final, I plan to do practice problems from that chapter and memorize the mole map.
ReplyDelete2. To new students, I would tell them to pay attention to the notes in class carefully, and write down all of the example problems. Also to use the time that they get in class very wisely and to do as much as they can in class while they can ask questions.
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ReplyDelete1. These last few units have been the most difficult for me. I really need to look over the material for thermochemistry, reaction rates and equilibrium. I will do this by going back over my packets and rereading all my notes and homework. I know by doing that I will find questions so I will try to come in and get help to do well on this final.
ReplyDelete2. to all the incoming students of chemistry come in early or after school for help! Especially if you have sports! I wish I had done that more myself because I found it does get me to understand it better when I can have one on one explainations. Also do ALL of your homework no matter what and use the extra credit opportunities to your advantage! Trust me its worth the little extra effort in the long run. And as for mastery quizzes goes, study for them you dont want to be going off the fact you know you'll get a 70% anyways. That quiz grades actually pretty crucial.
Hannah O'Rosky
Per. 4
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ReplyDeleteI plan to study all of the units again, but Stoichiometry especially. That unit was the harder of the units in my opinion. I plan to review all the worksheets we did for each unit that were part of the MAC guides, and use the Final Exam study guides that we had to print for homework. I will also go through the “Things to Know” for tests pages under Units on the class website…that has all the topics that were on the previous tests, so going through those and reviewing topics would be a comprehensive way to study.
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My advice to incoming students is to always be on time to class, be present in class, ALWAYS DO ANY HOMEWORK YOU HAVE, because it helps you study and learn the content better…plus your grade will go way down if you don’t. Come in super early for tutoring…it’s worth not getting an extra 30 min of sleep. Have taken Algebra 2 by the time you are in Chemistry, it’s not completely necessary, but will help you when you come to the more math intensive units. This course is as difficult as you want it to be…if you try hard, and work smart, you will be fine.
-Michael V.
Period 3
June 11, 2010
1. I know I really need to stud stoichiometry and thermochemistry because those tests I didn't do so well on. I plan on studying my packets and doing the final review worksheets.
ReplyDelete2. Some advice that I would give student next year is to go to extra help in the morning if you don't understand something and ask questions.
Lauren Covey Period 1
1. My most troubled area was/is Stoichiometry so I will definitely be going over this unit in detail! i plan on studying all my packets and reviewing worksheets for the Final prep! Notes have been the most helpful in class!
ReplyDelete2. Advice to all future students is to be prepared at all times!! Taking notes is my way of survival! Learn to take them and love them, they are so helpful! Also going to tutoring or doing test corrections can make a huge difference in your grade! Trust me.
Athena Gavranian
P.1 6-12-10
1. I personally feel that I need to study the stoichiometry and gas laws sections for the final, since those two sections had a lot of formulas and equations involved in the section. In order to study these sections I will do their section reviews in the book.
ReplyDelete2. I think the best advice for an incoming student is that in order to succeed in this class you simply need to pay attention in class and do your HW. beyond those things it's really up to you whether you really need to study for tests, since the class can be quite difficult at times.
Trevor Hougen
Period 1