PLEASE NOTE:
- This course includes teacher services. The auto-graded option is not yet available.
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Primary Grade: 6
Grade Range: 6, 7, 8
Credit Equivalency:
Semester: 0.5 Credits
Full year: 1 Credit
COURSE DESCRIPTION
In Middle School Earth and Space Science, students study the planet Earth and the extensive solar system structure in which it resides. They evaluate Earth’s climate and its weather patterns and changes, and they learn about life science and how chemistry and physics play a role in Earth’s major processes. Students also investigate climate change and the ways in which global warming impacts Earth. By evaluating the numerous facets of our planet, students prepare for higher level and more subject-specific science courses.
COURSE TOPICS
- Earth Science: Introduction
- Matter and Energy
- Formation of the Universe
- Earth-Sun-Moon System
- The Solar System
- Exploring Space
- Human Impacts on Earth
- Conserving Earth’s Resources
- Natural Hazards
- The Rock Cycle and Geologic Time
- Plate Tectonics
- Weathering and Erosion
- Water on Earth
- Water and Earth’s Atmosphere
- Weather
- Climate
- The Ocean
TEACHER SERVICES
All course teachers are certified, subject-area content experts. The teacher will grade student assessments and provide detailed feedback. The course teacher is available to answer student questions via email, during scheduled office hours, or by virtual appointment. The teacher will carry out documented modifications and accommodations that are applicable to the online course. Progress monitoring and supplemental material will be provided by the teacher as needed.