Earth Science for High School Students - Semester 2
In this 8 week class, students will be introduced to the second seven of fourteen topics in Earth Science. It is a version modified after the New York State Regents Earth Science Curriculum, culminating with a state exam.
Christopher Hoppner MAT
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4.9
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What's included
16 live meetings
14 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursAssignments
1-2 hours per week. 3-6 throughout the classGrading
I offer a letter of completion with attendance, unit, and topics covered, assignment list, and completion, participation, or any combination requested.Class Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Beginner Level
The class will be a combination of lecture / PowerPoint, use of physical models, video presentations, and class worksheets completed together. I believe in as much interaction as possible with the students, so questions are encouraged. I tend to move quickly, but also ask students to let me know if I am going too fast. My philosophy is to make the lessons as dynamic and fun for students as possible. Students should come to each class ready to work and be inquisitive.
Learning Goals
Define the difference between Weather and ClimateWork through the entire Water Cycle
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created CurriculumStandards
Aligned with State-Specific Standards16 Lessons
over 8 WeeksLesson 1:
Unit 8 - Climate -Part 1
The second semester starts with the Climate Unit. This unit defines the difference between Climate and Weather. Starting with a lesson on the five main Climate Regions on Earth, we also look at water availability, and a thorough examination of the Water Cycle. The Water Table, Porosity and Permeability, and Water Infiltration will round out the lesson. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Unit 8 - Climate -Part 2
This lesson will continue our look at Climate by introducing the Orographic Effect, which not only influences daily weather in certain regions, but sets up particular Climate Regions as well. We will also define Source Regions of Atmospheric Moisture. An introduction to Water Budgets will end the lesson. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Unit 8 - Climate -Part 3
Three Water Budgets will be completed as a class exercise, one each for New York, Louisiana, and Texas, finishing the unit. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Unit 9 - Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition-Part 1
Unit 9 starts with Weathering. Aspects of Physical and Chemical Weathering will be discussed, as will historical events showing the results of highly weathered areas. 55 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Pre-Requisites
Earth Science for High School Students - Semester 1
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined April, 2020
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93reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
3 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from Stony Brook University
Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science from Dowling College
Associate's Degree in Marine Biology from Suffolk County Community College
I am a Science Teacher with 24 years of experience in public schools. I have degrees in Marine Science, Natural Science, and Earth Science Education. Science is a passion that I have had since I was a boy. Learning Science should be fun,.... because SCIENCE is FUN ! I teach anything related to my degrees, such as Astronomy, Space Science, Marine Biology, Environmental Science, Rocks and Minerals, Weather, Plate Tectonics, etc. with added courses on methods of data presentation such as Excel and PowerPoint. I have also taught Advanced Research Methods such as DNA Extraction, PCR, and Gel Electrophoresis. I am a huge nerd with Lord of the Rings, Marvel, Image, and D.C. Comics, and Science Fiction being my hobbies, along with reading, hiking, fishing, drawing, and model building. Having tagged sharks for 33 years, I am something of a "Shark Nerd" as well. I have taught science to students in grades 5 - 12, ran science fairs for elementary, middle, and high school students, and taught them presentation skills. I am very happy to be joining Outschool and look forward to working with students sharing the wonders of science !!!
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Live Group Course
$38
weekly or $300 for 16 classes2x per week, 8 weeks
55 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 14-18
2-6 learners per class
