9- 12 Science
Science in LKSD incorporates the 3-dimensional model of the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). Our secondary courses are a blend of learning new science content and applying this knowledge through activities that reinforce science and engineering practices and crosscutting concepts such as mathematics, writing, and communication through the application of hands-on activities. Our secondary science curriculum is unique in that the CK-12 content was edited by the LKSD curriculum committee to place-base the content wherein we embedded local images and local context. All texts meet the Alaska Content Standards and NGSS standards.
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9- 12 Science
The CK12 digital textbooks are aligned to each course curriculum map and can be adapted to local needs. Options for printed textbooks are available by demand.
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Click here to access digital copies
Supplemental Resources
Science is best learned through hands-on experiments, and LKSD supports this by providing several online platforms tailored to each subject area. Most of these platforms are automatically rostered to the teacher, but teachers should verify that students are properly enrolled before using the content. Each platform can be accessed via its icon on ClassLink.
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Because some variations exist among the platforms for access, contact andrew_west@lksd.org for support.
Pivot Interactives features online, video-based experiment activities. This is a great resource for nearly every secondary science course.
Carolina 3D primarily supports labs for Concepts of Chemistry, Biology, Ecology, and Earth Science. Experiments use hands-on materials, so please revisit science safety practices where appropriate with students
The Flinn Scientific PAVO platform primarily supports labs for Physical Science, Concepts of Physics, Earth Science and Geology.
Astronomy Simulation software used in the Astronomy A/B course and the end of Earth Science B. To get access codes, visit this course in LKSD's Curriculum Warehouse.
Note this resource is website access only.
LKSD teachers can view curriculum guides and access additional resources through the Curriculum Warehouse
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an account?
Visit the CK12 homepage and sign in using your LKSD google login
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How do I get more copies of textbooks?
Physical copies were distributed in Fall 2023. If you wish to receive more hard copies, these will need to be purchased out of site funds. All books are also available online through CK12 with the option to download PDF copies.
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Is there a teacher edition?
There is not an official teacher edition for our textbooks, but the digital online editions have options for supplemental resources.
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How can I better differentiate?
Supplemental resources available on CK12 include simulations, adaptive quizzes and more.
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