Easy Interactive Earth Science: Geology Weather Oceans Space Environment Geog.
What's included
36 live meetings
24 in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Homework is optional. From weeks 2 to 14 of each Semester 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 given 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 1 - 4
Beginner Level
Welcome to EASY Interactive Earth Science for younger kids. This is an easier version of my Intro to Earth Science Series for a beginners level and more interactive introduction to this amazing subject. Weekly classes cover the full Earth Science curriculum covering different, but related, topics from Semester 1 in Autumn to Semseter 2 in Spring time. I will introduce each topic in a Lecture style format using PowerPoint and images and videos where appropriate. Then we will pause to do an interactive task together like drawing and labelling a volcano. So this class style will have more time for discussion and student input. ▬▬▬▬▬ WEEKLY TOPIC SCHEDULE ▬▬▬▬▬ These courses start with Semester 1 in September and January. Semester 2 only starts in January. Please contact me to make sure you are joining the class that is at the right stage in the course for you. ▬▬▬▬▬ SEMESTER 1 ▬▬▬▬▬ 1) Intro to Earth Science - what subjects will we learn about 2) Minerals, Gems and Precious Metals 3) Diffirent Rock Types 4) Dinosaurs and Sedimentary Rocks 5) The Dinosaur Extinction: Asteroid or Volcanoes? 6) Volcanoes and Igneous Rocks 7) Plate Tectonics and Scientific Progress 8) The Structure of the Earth 9) Soil, Erosion and landslides 10) Rivers, Glaciers & Deserts 11) Oceans, Coasts & Waves 12) Atmosphere, Clouds and Rain 13) Weather Patterns, Storms and Tornadoes 14) Basic Astronomy & Space Science 15) The Solar System, Galaxies and the Universe 16) Earth Systems - Hurricanes & Snowball Earth ▬▬▬▬▬ SEMESTER 2 ▬▬▬▬▬ 17) Earth Cycles and Systems 18) More Minerals and Gems 19) Dinosaurs: from Reptiles to Birds 20) Fossils in Sedimentary Rocks 21) The Story of the Evolution of Life 22) Volcanoes Around the World 23) The Geology of North America 24) Glaciers, Ice Sheets and the Poles 25) Deserts and Wind Erosion 26) Ocean Life and Ocean Resources 27) Global Climate 28) The Carbon Cycle and Climate Change 29) The Sun, the Earth and the Moon Interactions 30) Space Science of Venus and the Moon 31) Space Science of Mars 32) Space Science of Other Moons 33) Landslides and Mass Wasting in detail 34) Seismology – The Study of Earthquakes 35) Intro to Palaeontology 36) Dramatic Earth Science Events 1 ▬▬▬▬▬▬ 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 one working day. Please bear in mind I am on UK time, so at least 5 to 8 hours ahead of the USA. 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
* Use a model to explain how the continent of North America formed
* Analyse how weather patterms form
* Explain the main Ocean Structures and life systems in the Ocean
* Ask questions about Solar System and the Planets
Syllabus
36 Lessons
over 36 WeeksLesson 1:
1) Introduction to Earth Science
In this class I give an overview of the course, covering the basics principles of Earth Science and the main topics we will cover. I also point out the many exciting careers that studying Earth Science can lead to and do a brief introduction into the formation of the Earth.
40 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
2) Geology 1: Minerals, Mining, Gems & Precious Metals
In this class we analyse the definition of a mineral and examine why some minerals are not gems and some gems are not minerals. We then look at precious metals and study why they are so rare and how we find and mine them.
40 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
3) Geology 2: Diffirent Rock Types
In this class we cover the 3 main rock types (igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic) and explore how they relate and transform into each other. We then look at the main Principles of Geology and examine how they help us understand the rock formations around us.
40 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
4) Geology 3: Dinosaurs & Sedimentary Rocks
In this class we cover the basics of the different types of sedimentary rocks and how to identify them. We then learn about different types of fossils and learn how dinosaur fossils are made.
40 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.
Pre-Requisites
None. Absolute beginner level
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. I also have a PhD in Philosophy.
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Live Group Course
$18
weekly or $648 for 36 classes1x per week, 36 weeks
40 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-11
5-18 learners per class