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High School Curriculum Earth Science: Geology, Oceanography and Meteorology
Cobalt Blue
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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.
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...
16 lessons//16 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Introduction to Earth ScienceIdentifying the spheres of Earth ScienceWeek 2Lesson 2Minerals (What makes up minerals)Mineral identification and propertiesWeek 3Lesson 3Rocks (What makes up rocks?)Rock identification and the rock cycleWeek 4Lesson 4Structure of the Earth (What's inside?)Layers of the earthWeek 5Lesson 5The Moving EarthPlate tectonics and PangeaWeek 6Lesson 6Earthquakes (Why all of the shaking?)Earthquake prediction and calculationsWeek 7Lesson 7Volcanoes (What so explosive?)Types of volcanoesWeek 8Lesson 8Water CycleExamining the different aspects of the water cycleWeek 9Lesson 9Streams and Ground waterAquifers and fresh water suppliesWeek 10Lesson 10OceansOcean overview and salinityWeek 11Lesson 11Ocean ZonesThe different levels of the OceanWeek 12Lesson 12Ocean CurrentsThe Great Conveyor BeltWeek 13Lesson 13Ocean Features and LifeThe Biology of the OceanWeek 14Lesson 14Atmosphere overviewLayers of the atmosphereWeek 15Lesson 15CloudsThe role clouds play in the weatherWeek 16Lesson 16Review and FinalStudents must complete the final to receive a grade.
- Students will understand Earth as a connected system
- Students will understand how geology, oceanography and meteorology affect our daily lives.
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.
0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: includedFeedback: includedDetails: 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
Frequency: includedDetails: 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
Frequency: includedDetails: 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.
Joined July, 2021
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Texas Teaching Certificate in Science
"Hello. I am Mr. Blue and I will be your science teacher today!" are the words I said every school day for the last 12 years. then The pandemic hit... During this last year many of my teaching colleagues complained about having to teach remotely...
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Group Class
$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
