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Earth Science Sem 3: Geology, Weather, Oceans, Space, Environment, Geography

JOIN ANYTIME: The full Earth Science Curriculum. Covering: fossils, volcanoes, dinosaurs, oceans, earthquakes, rivers, atmosphere, oceans, planets & space science. Meteorology, Geology, Astronomy, Environmnetal Science & Physical Geography
Dr Pete PhD Earth Science Philosophy Geology
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What's included

15 live meetings
12 hrs 30 mins in-class hours
Homework
1 hour per week. Homework is optional. Each week from weeks 2 to 14 there will be 6 multi-choice questions to answer using Google Forms within a week of class.
Assessment
All students can receive a certificate of completion. If the student undertakes the assessment this will be automatically generated and will include a grade.
Certificate of Completion
All students can receive a certificate of completion. If the student undertakes the assessment this will be automatically generated and will include a grade.
Grading
Parents can request an update on their multiple-choice scores, but the student can also keep track of these themselves are scores and feedback are automatically given after submission each week.

Class Experience

US Grade 6 - 9
Intermediate Level
Please note content does build but each class can also be taken as a stand-alone class, so you can join and leave anytime using the pay weekly option at no extra cost. All students will get a certificate of attendance with grades if they do the optional coursework.

Welcome to my Earth Science course, which focuses on some of the most dramatic physical forces on Earth, with the aim of making learning fun and exhilarating. I think making learning enjoyable and bringing science to life is the best way to get kids engaged and learning without realising it. No previous experience necessary.

Please contact me if you need my Degree Certificates sent to you.


▬▬▬▬▬▬  CLASS SUMMARY  ▬▬▬▬▬
In this class we focus on all parts of the Earth Science school curriculum, with a new topic being introduced each week. All topics covered are an important part of any child's education in Geology, Meteorology, Physical Geography, Oceanography, Environmental Science, Astronomy and Space Science.

We cover dinosaurs, fossils, volcanoes, tornadoes, hurricanes, minerals & gems, the planets, ocean currents, the changing environment and connected Earth systems.

Please see my course syllabus for more details on class content and schedules.

1 Year Course Option - if you like Semester 3 you can book Semester 4 in January.
Another year or more interactive class option - take Semester 5 & 6, where we work through previous NY Regents Exam questions.
Private Tuition also available - please contact me directly.


▬▬▬▬▬▬  CLASS STYLE  ▬▬▬▬▬
I use PowerPoint presentations for all my classes, so I can mix text and multimedia (photos & videos) which I think makes the class more accessible and interesting. I use educational videos regularly in my classes where this improves the quality of the teaching.

This class will be in a lecture style where students are reminded they can ask questions at any time and I do enjoy questions. This means that you can enjoy the class however you like - speak up and get involved and ask questions, or just listen and enjoy with no pressure.


▬▬▬▬▬▬  COMMUNICATIONS  ▬▬▬▬▬
Please contact me to arrange either one-off or ongoing bespoke 1-to1 tuition sessions.

I generally reply within a few hours during term time weekdays. I try and reply within 24hrs otherwise.

If you try my class and it is not quite right, then I don't want anyone to leave unhappy, please contact me and I can help. 

Just contact me if you have any further questions, I am happy to help.
Learning Goals
* Describe how the Rock Cyle works
* Analyse different rocks and rock formations
* Explain how science progressed to accept the Plate Tectonics Theory
* Determine why some fossil sites are better than others
* Analyse weather patterms & extreme weather
* Use a model to explain how the continent of North America formed
* Explain the main Ocean Structures and life systems in the Ocean
* Ask questions about Solar System and the Planets
* Engage in arguments comparing the differences between the Planets
learning goal

Syllabus

15 Lessons
over 15 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Earth Science as a Science: Theories, Evidence & Research
 In this class we look at how science progresses by looking at several examples from Earth Science. These include Plate Tectonics, the Dinosaur Extinction and the History of Geology. 
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Geology 1: More Minerals, Gems & Precious Metals
 In this class we go into more detail about the most interesting minerals and explore how they relate to precious gems and metals. We will look at the main silicate and non-silicate mineral groups and explore the differences between them. 
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Environmental Science 1: Water Cycles & Water Shortages
 In this class we explore the water cycle and how it connects with the other major Earth cycles. We then look at how climate change may be causing water shortages and some of the solutions that humans are using to prevent this. 
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Environmental Science 2: Lanslides & Mass Wasting
 In this class we take a close look at landslides and mass wasting and what triggers them. We look at ways that humans try to prevent them and look at some famous case studies from around the world. 
50 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Learning Needs
Structured lecture classes, so participation optional, relieves anxiety Mixed media slides for different learning styles Engaging topics keeps attention Slides can be seen before class Assessment in different formats on request
Parental Guidance
Some classes talks about Global Warming and Climate Change causing more frequent natural disasters. It also talks about mass extinctions including the possibility of humans causing one now (including ourselves) and has some drawn images of animals dying to become fossils. It is delivered in a upbeat manner with positive solutions (eg: switching to renewable energy), but the more sensitive students may find these topics distressing. This class is a science class which includes using the theory of evolution as an assumption.
Pre-Requisites
None. Although doing my Earth Science Semester 1&2 courses first is helpful but not essential.
Joined December, 2021
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Secondary Education
Doctoral Degree from University of Nottingham
Master's Degree in Science from Imperial College London
Bachelor's Degree in Science from University of Bristol
I have a BSc in Geology and an MSc in Geophysics and have chosen the most interesting and exciting subjects to teach to get young minds fascinated by Earth Sciences. I also have a PhD in Philosophy.

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weekly or $300 for 15 classes
1x per week, 15 weeks
50 min

Live video meetings
Ages: 12-17
5-18 learners per class

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