Course title

VIRTUAL Earth Science, Part 1 - EARTH 041

Pre-requisite

Pre-algebra

Course description

This course deals with Earth and its neighbors in space, beginning with a study of the formation of the universe, the elements of our solar system, and the origins of Earth. Students also learn about the eras of Earth, continental drift, geology, biogeology, seismology, and patterns in Earth's history and processes. This is the first half of a two-part Earth Science series. This course also encompasses Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). Module 1: Introduction—The Nature of Science Module 2: Matter & Energy in Space—The Sun Module 3: Matter & Energy in Space—Star Classification Module 4: Matter & Energy in Space—A Star's Lifecycle Module 5: Matter & Energy in Space—Matter in the Universe Module 6: Matter & Energy in Space—Formation of the Universe Module 7: Matter & Energy in Space—The Solar System Module 8: Patterns in Earth's History & Processes—Formation of the Earth Module 9: Patterns in Earth's History & Processes—Early History of the Earth Module 10: Patterns in Earth's History & Processes—Biogeology throughout Eons Module 11: Patterns in Earth's History & Processes—Recent History of the Earth Module 12: Patterns in Earth's History & Processes—Earth's Interior Module 13: Patterns in Earth's History & Processes—Plate Tectonics Module 14: Patterns in Earth's History & Processes—Forces of Formation Module 15: Patterns in Earth's History & Processes—Eons and Disasters

School Country

United States

School state

Oregon

School city

Lake Oswego

High school

Lakeridge High School

School Address

1235 Overlook Dr Lake Oswego, OR 97034 United States

School zip code

97034

Requested competency code

Lab Science

Date submitted

Approved

Yes

Approved competency code

  • LINT
  • Integrated science

Approved date

Estimated grade level

9th

Online / Virtual

Yes