Earth Science for Middle School Students - Semester 1
In this 15 Week Course, students will be introduced to the first seven topics of Earth Science. It is modified from the High school course and geared to honors level middle school students.
Christopher Hoppner MAT
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(93)
What's included
15 live meetings
13 hrs 45 mins in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Homework is usually given once a week. The homework will be individual assignments that should not require more than 1 hour a week. If a class reading is assigned, the pages will vary from 5 - 10 pages a week.Assessment
Short quizzes will be used to assess student progress as well as in-class discussion.Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
Beginner Level
Seven topics of Earth Science will be taught, including Introduction to Earth Science, Measuring Change, Measuring the Earth, the Earth in Space, Energy, Insolation, and Weather. 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.
Syllabus
15 Lessons
over 15 WeeksLesson 1:
Unit 1 -Introduction to Earth Science
Definition of what Earth Science is and how we study the Earth. Observations vs Inferences as data gathering will be introduced, as will density with respect to matter phases and outside forces, calculating density, graphing with respect to direct and indirect relationships, and classification. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Unit 2 - Measuring Change
We will study how Earth goes through change using Rates of Change Calculations, Percent Deviation Calculations, and changes that result in Dynamic Equilibrium. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Unit 3 - Measuring the Earth - Part 1
This lesson will introduce Basic Mapping, Latitude - Longitude, and Eratosthenes Equation in which he found the circumference of the Earth. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Unit 3 - Measuring the Earth - Part 2
This lesson will introduce the concept of Isolines, and how we use them to make Topographic Maps 55 mins online live lesson
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Sources will be provided including handouts, diagrams, worksheets, links to videos, definition sheets, and other materials.
Joined April, 2020
4.9
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 !!!
Reviews
Live Group Course
$260
for 15 classes1x per week, 15 weeks
55 min
Completed by 37 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-13
3-10 learners per class
