Earth Science
Course Description for Earth Science:
Recommended for students in 8th grade.
Earth Science gives students an appreciation of the amazing world God created. A basic understanding of Earth Science is vital for citizens to make informed decisions on scientific matters. Studying Earth Science also gives students a sound foundation to build on as they move into higher-level science classes.
This course covers all four branches of Earth Science: geology, oceanography, meteorology and astronomy. Subject matter includes the structure of the earth's system, earth's history, and earth within our solar system. Classes consist of both lecture, subject-focused activities and tutor demonstration. Students take quizzes and exams outside of class in study periods.
Students complete an independent project on an Earth Science topic. The project includes writing a two-page research paper, designing a hands-on project, and giving a presentation at the end of the year.
Expectations:
· Parents will help students use the course syllabus to complete assignments on time.
· Parents will be responsible for getting students to ARCHES on time.
· Parents will provide notice of all absences, and will help students complete work that they miss when absent.
· Students will be in their seats and ready to start work when class begins.
· Students will bring all required materials to each class.
· Students will actively participate in group work and discussion.
· Students will take quizzes and tests in an outside study period at ARCHES.
Prerequisite:
Grammar/Writing I, or ability to take lecture notes and write a two-page research paper.
Textbooks:
Concepts and Challenges in Earth Science - 4th Edition
Globe Fearon Co., publishers
ISBN: 0-130-23815-5
This text is out of print. Do not buy the 5th edition! ARCHES has a limited number of textbooks for rent. The text is also readily available on used book sites like Halfpricebooks.com and alibris.com.
Fees:
30.00 Administrative payable to: ARCHES
$250.00 Tuition payable to: Dominique Sandberg
Tutor: Dominique Sandberg
Recommended for students in 8th grade.
Earth Science gives students an appreciation of the amazing world God created. A basic understanding of Earth Science is vital for citizens to make informed decisions on scientific matters. Studying Earth Science also gives students a sound foundation to build on as they move into higher-level science classes.
This course covers all four branches of Earth Science: geology, oceanography, meteorology and astronomy. Subject matter includes the structure of the earth's system, earth's history, and earth within our solar system. Classes consist of both lecture, subject-focused activities and tutor demonstration. Students take quizzes and exams outside of class in study periods.
Students complete an independent project on an Earth Science topic. The project includes writing a two-page research paper, designing a hands-on project, and giving a presentation at the end of the year.
Expectations:
· Parents will help students use the course syllabus to complete assignments on time.
· Parents will be responsible for getting students to ARCHES on time.
· Parents will provide notice of all absences, and will help students complete work that they miss when absent.
· Students will be in their seats and ready to start work when class begins.
· Students will bring all required materials to each class.
· Students will actively participate in group work and discussion.
· Students will take quizzes and tests in an outside study period at ARCHES.
Prerequisite:
Grammar/Writing I, or ability to take lecture notes and write a two-page research paper.
Textbooks:
Concepts and Challenges in Earth Science - 4th Edition
Globe Fearon Co., publishers
ISBN: 0-130-23815-5
This text is out of print. Do not buy the 5th edition! ARCHES has a limited number of textbooks for rent. The text is also readily available on used book sites like Halfpricebooks.com and alibris.com.
Fees:
30.00 Administrative payable to: ARCHES
$250.00 Tuition payable to: Dominique Sandberg
Tutor: Dominique Sandberg
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