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Be captivated by the wonders and beauty of the third planet from our Sun; Earth. Be amazed by what awaits your†discovery within our solar system and beyond. It is your turn to explore the universe.†Earth Science is a laboratory course focusing on the study of space; geologic structures and forces; the waters on our planet; and the atmospheric forces that shape our world. Through experimentation and investigation; students will†explore the earth cycles including the geosphere; hydrosphere; crysosphere; atmosphere; and the carbon cycle. Students will learn about scientific inquiry; geologic time; space exploration; the solar system; and the universe. Students will use web 2.0 tools; interactive experiences; higher-order thinking; and real-world application through labs and a variety of assessments. Upon completion of the course; students will have a clear understanding of the dynamic forces at work in the world around them; becoming better caretakers of our planet; Earth.

Hours per week for lab: Students will work an average of 1-2 hours per week on laboratory activities

Lab Assignments:†

01.06 Matter and Energy

02.04 Meteorology

03.01 Surface Water

03.02 Groundwater

04.04 Origin and Expansion of the Universe

05.03 Rocks and Minerals as Resources

06.06 Engineering Design I

07.02 Ocean Circulation

07.08 Engineering Design II

08.02 Forces in Our Solar System

08.06 The Earth-Sun-Moon System

08.09 Engineering Design III

09.03 Mechanisms of Movement

09.05 Geologic Events

09.09 Engineering Design IV

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• LINT
• Integrated science

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Online / Virtual