Course title

Earth Science B

Pre-requisite

N/A

Course description

Earth Science B is designed to give the student a strong basis for understanding the world. The course consists of a varied curriculum that provides the student the opportunity to explore; compare; research; reflect; and make real-world connections. The curriculum; which meets Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS); engages students in problem solving and scientific investigation; and provides opportunities for both hands-on exploration and virtual simulation.During this course; the student will learn about space sciences; including topics like the sun and stars; orbital motion; galaxies; and the universe. The student will also explore Earth?s processes involving the atmosphere; hydrosphere; and geosphere. Topics of study include meteorology and geologic history.

Labs

Physical weathering Lab

Star Composition Lab

Investigating Red and Blue shift

Each lab takes about 2 hours

School country

United States

School state

Colorado

School city

Baltimore

High school

Colorado Connections Academy

School / district Address

8 Inverness Dr. E

School zip code

80112

Requested competency code

Lab Science

Date submitted

Approved

Yes

Approved competency code

  • LGEO
  • Geology

Approved date

Online / Virtual

Yes