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Mini Middle School Science: Earth's Water

Embark on a journey through the Middle School NGSS Earth and Space Science Standards with hands-on experiments, real-world problem-solving, and interactive learning activities, fostering a deep understanding of Earth's Water!
Seed and Stem Learning Center
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What's included

5 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks
of teacher support
1 year access
to the content
Homework
2-4 hours per week. Homework assignments, optional labs and discussions.
Assessment
Students will have a final project to assess their understanding.
Grading
A certificate of completion will be provided by request.

Class Experience

US Grade 4 - 9
Experience an exploration of the Middle School NGSS Earth and Space Science Standards! Through the lens of real-world problems and situations, students will dive into captivating problem-based learning scenarios, igniting their curiosity and driving inquiry throughout this self-paced course.

Over the span of four weeks, participants will learn about an array of topics, including the hydrosphere, the water cycle, water's role in shaping the Earth, and water pollution!  At the end of this course, a thorough Review & Performance Assessment/Project will allow students to showcase their knowledge and skills.

For each lesson/topic, students will be provided with a wide variety of resources, including pre-recorded video lessons, interactive learning modules, comprehensive lab packets, thought-provoking reflection questions, and tailored homework assignments. Emphasizing flexibility and personalization, multiple options will be provided for labs and homework, catering to diverse learning preferences and styles.

Syllabus

Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
Standards
Aligned with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)
5 Lessons
over 4 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Earth's Hydrosphere
3 assignments
Lesson 2:
The Water Cycle
3 assignments
Lesson 3:
Water's Role in Shaping Earth
3 assignments
Lesson 4:
Water Pollution
3 assignments

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Teacher expertise and credentials
Colorado Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Amanda Mucci
Indiana Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Sara Neidigh
Virginia Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Kimberly Terry
Indiana Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Theresa Norris
Indiana Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Theresa Norris
New York Teaching Certificate in Special Education
Amanda Zanzano
Maryland Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Angela Papandrea
Oregon Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
Emily Lindberg, MSED
Washington Teaching Certificate in Mathematics
Jonathan Stone, M.A.T.
Illinois Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Bailey Nelson
California Teaching Certificate
Lacey Ferguson
Master's Degree in Education from Lesley University
Amanda Mucci
Master's Degree in Science from Montana State University
Michelle Cregger
Master's Degree in Education from George Mason University
Kimberly Terry
Master's Degree in Education from University of West Florida
Victoria Larsen, M.Ed.
Master's Degree in Education from American College of Education
Theresa Norris
Master's Degree in Education from Fordham University
Amanda Zanzano
Master's Degree in Education from Western Oregon University
Emily Lindberg, MSED
Master's Degree in Education from Western Governors University
Jonathan Stone, M.A.T.
Master's Degree in Education from Western Illinois University
Bailey Nelson
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Elizabethtown College
Amanda Mucci
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Rochester Institute of Technology
Sarah Herrera Stoltzfus
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Eastern Washington University
Michelle Cregger
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Eastern Washington University
Michelle Cregger
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Eastern Washington University
Michelle Cregger
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Indiana State University
Sara Neidigh
Bachelor's Degree in Science from University of Pittsburgh
Steph Quinones
Bachelor's Degree in Science from University of Arizona
Theresa Norris
Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics from Western Washington University
Jonathan Stone, M.A.T.
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Western Illinois University
Bailey Nelson
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