Earth Science Summer Semester 1: Geology, Meteorology, Oceans, Space Science
Summer Semester 1 of Earth Science Curriculum covering the main subjects on most courses: fossils, volcanoes, dinosaurs, earthquakes, oceans, weathering, atmospheric systems, climate change, physical geography and space science.
Dr Pete PhD Earth Science Philosophy Geology
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What's included
1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hours per weekHomework
Homework is optional. There will be 6 multi-choice questions to answer using Google Forms within a week of class.Assessment
Assessment is optional. Students will get instant feedback on the multi-choice questions and their scores will be added up over the Semester to contribute ot a final grade with a certificate.Grading
Grades will be offered on request as long as the student answers enough of the optional weekly questions. A certificate of attendance with grade will be sent to the student at the end of the Semester.Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
This course is the same as my Middle School and High School Semester 1 course but for a wider age group over the summer months. There is a 2 week gap for my summer holiday. Welcome to the "Earth Science" weekly ongoing class, 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. Each class will cover a stand alone topic and students can join or leave anytime. No previous experience necessary. ▬▬▬▬▬▬ 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 and Planet Science. ▬▬▬▬▬ WEEKLY TOPIC SCHEDULE ▬▬▬▬▬ Here is the schedule for the Summer 2024. After August this class will start again this from September 2024 and January 2024 - I will post those dates later in the summer. 1) WEEK TARTING 29th April - How the Earth was formed 2) WEEK TARTING 6th May - Fossils and the Evolution of Life 3) WEEK STARTING 13th May - Plate Tectonics - science in action 4) WEEK STARTING 20th May -Rock Types and Geological Principles 5) WEEK STARTING 27th May - Minerals, Gems & Precious Metals 6) WEEK STARTING 3rd June - Sedimentary Rocks - Faults and Folds 7) WEEK STARTING 10th June - Dinosaurs & Extinction Events 8) WEEK STARTING 17th June - Igneous Rocks and Volcanoes 9) WEEK STARTING 24th June - Physical Geography: Rivers, Glaciers& Deserts 10) WEEK STARTING 1st July - Meteorology 1 - Humidity, Rain, Hail & Snow 11) WEEK STARTING 8th July - Meteorology 2 - Weather Patterns & Tornadoes 12) WEEK STARTING 15th July - Oceanography - the Sea Floor & Coasts 2 WEEKS OFF 13) WEEK STARTING 5th Aug - Oceanography - Life, Food Chains, Resources & Tides 14) WEEK STARTING 12th Aug - Space Science - Tour of the Solar System 15) WEEK STARTING 19th Aug - Earth Systems - Snowball Earth, El Nino, Hurricanes
Learning Goals
* Describe how the Rock Cyle works
* Analyze different rocks and rock formations
* Explain how science progressed to accept the Plate Tectonics Theory
* Determine why some fossil sites are better than others
* Use a model to explain how the continent of North America formed
* Ask questions about Solar System and the Planets
* Engage in arguments comparing the differences between the Planets
* Understand why we are looking for life under the ice of the Moons of Jupiter and Saturn
* Engage in arguments about how global warming may affect Global Climate Zones
* Determine why certain Earth Systems are harmful to human beings and how to manage that risk
Other Details
Learning Needs
Structured lecture classes, so participation optional, relieves anxiety
Mixed media slides appeal to different learning styles
Engaging topics keeps attention
Slides can be seen before class
Multi-choice questions avoids penalising spelling
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 sensative students may find these topics distressing.
Pre-Requisites
None
Joined December, 2021
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Secondary Education
3 Degrees
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.Reviews
Live Group Class
$20
weekly1x per week
50 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-16
5-18 learners per class
