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Geology Semester 1 - Volcanoes, Fossils, Dinosaurs, Gems, Minerals & Tectonics

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Ages 12-17
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JOIN ANYTIME: Curriculum Geology covering: Dinosaurs & Fossils, Volcanoes, Sedimentary, Igneous & Metamorphic Rocks, Plate Tectonics & Pangea, Earth Structure & Solar System Formation, Minerals & Gemstones, Fossil Fuels & Climate Change
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Live video meetings
1x per week, 15 weeks
3-18 learners per class
50 min

What's included

15 live meetings
12 hrs 30 mins in-class hours
Homework
1 hour per week. Homework is optional. From weeks 2 to 14 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 7 - 10
Beginner - 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.

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

Welcome to my "Exciting Geology" 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 note that children in the lower end of the age range may find some topics slightly advanced for them. 

▬▬▬▬▬▬  CLASS SUMMARY  ▬▬▬▬▬
In this class we focus on the Geology 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.

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

1) INTRODUCTION TO GEOLOGY & RELATED CAREERS
2) ROCK TYPES & GEOLOGICAL PRINCIPLES
3) MINERALS, GEMS & PRECIOUS METALS
4) PLATE TECTONICS: HOW THE THEORY WAS FORMED
5) THE FORMATION OF THE EARTH
6) EVOLUTION OF LIFE ON EARTH
7) THE STRUCTURE OF THE EARTH - EARTHQUAKES & SEISMOLOGY
8) SEDIMENTARY ROCKS -  FAULTS AND FOLDS
9) FOSSILS & FAMOUS FOSSIL SITES: THE DINOSAUR EXTINCTION    
10) OIL, GAS & COAL: THE CARBON CYCLE, RENEWABLE ENERGY & THE GREENHOUSE EFFECT
11) IGNEOUS ROCKS & MAGMA CHAMBERS
12) VOLCANOES & LAVA STRUCTURES
13) CRATONS, DIAMONDS AND METAMORPHIC ROCKS
14) THE LAST HOUR OF THE DINOSAURS
15) GEOLOGY OF NORTH AMERICA
16) DRAMATIC RECENTS GEOLOGY EVENTS


▬▬▬▬▬▬  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

To discover and learn without realising it, because you are having fun! By the end of this course students will be know in depth details of the Geology part of the Earth Science carriculums.

Syllabus

15 Lessons
over 15 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Introduction To Geology & What Careers It Leads To
 In this class I give an overview of the course, covering the basics principles of Geology and the main topics we will cover. I also point out the many exciting careers that studying Geology can lead to. 
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Rock Types & Geological Principles
 In this class we go over the main rock types: sedimentary, igneous and metamorphic, by looking at several examples of each and discussing how they are formed. We then look at the main Geological Principles that help Geologists work out the geological history of any rock formation and ultimately the geological history of the Earth and Solar System. 
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Minerals, Gems & Precious Metals
 In this class we define what a Mineral is and what makes some minerals precious Gems. We then look at where and how precious metals are mined. 
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Plate Tectonics: How The Theory Was Formed
 In this class, at first, we study Alfred Wegner’s theory of Continental Drift and learn how it slowly became accepted by the scientific community as a good example of how science works. In the remainder of the class we learn about modern plate tectonics. 
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 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
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
MAIN TEXTBOOK - not essential but highly recommended: Earth Science - Global Edition (14th Edition: 2015) - Tarbuck and Lutgens Published by Pearsons ISBN-10 1292061316 ISBN-13 978-1292061313 CHEAPER OPTION: Earth Science - Hardback Edition - Samuel - Published by: Spaulding, Namowitz https://geology.com/articles/what-is-earth-science.shtml https://www.britannica.com/science/Earth-sciences https://earth-science.org.uk/

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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.

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