High School Curriculum Earth Science: Geology, Oceanography and Meteorology
In this 16 week curriculum based class students will explore the Earth by land, sea and air as they study the basics of geology, oceanography and meteorology.
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What's included
16 live meetings
14 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Homework is offered every week but it is optional. The homework will consist of worksheets, short essays, and labs. If the homework is completed and submitted to me then I will grade it and offer feedback. If a letter grade or number grade is requested then it will be assigned to the work otherwise the student will receive feedback on what was done well and what needs to be worked on.Assessment
Students will receive formative assessments throughout the 16 week class.They are optional and they are done as take home assignments. At the end of the 16 weeks students will receive a summative semester exam. Any student wishing to receive a grade for the class must complete the semester exam.Grading
Grades are optional. Students may take the class for either no grade, a pass or fail grade or a letter grade. Grades are calculated as shown below… Attendance 15% Participation 15% Homework 20% Semester exam 50% All students who desire a letter grade must complete the semester exam to receive a letter grade. Letter grades will be given in the form of a report card. If a different method of grading is desired that can be discussed as well.Class Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
In this class we will explore the major topics of Earth Science including geology, oceanography and meteorology. The class will involve a brief slide presentation where students are encouraged to ask questions followed by video clips, games and discussion. Optionally, parents may requests that students receive assignment each week which I will grade as well as tests and quizzes for each unit. This class will be highly interactive and students will be encouraged to participate and ask questions. Class will begin with a warm up and an opportunity for the students to be creative.Then there will be a discussion where students will have the chance to interact with each other and myself. Finally, at the end of each class there will be a review game to help students master the material. No prior knowledge of Earth Science is necessary.
Learning Goals
Students will understand Earth as a connected systemStudents will understand how geology, oceanography and meteorology affect our daily lives.
Syllabus
16 Lessons
over 16 WeeksLesson 1:
Introduction to Earth Science
Identifying the spheres of Earth Science 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Minerals (What makes up minerals)
Mineral identification and properties 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Rocks (What makes up rocks?)
Rock identification and the rock cycle 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Structure of the Earth (What's inside?)
Layers of the earth 55 mins online live lesson
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External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined July, 2021
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Texas Teaching Certificate in Science
I have a Master's in Liberal Arts from St. John's College. I worked as Assistant to the Director of Laboratory Science at St. John's for 5 years and I have been a high school science teacher for the last 13 years. The last eight years I have taught Earth Science to well over 900 students.Reviews
Live Group Course
$18
weekly or $288 for 16 classes1x per week, 16 weeks
55 min
Completed by 106 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
3-16 learners per class
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