PLEASE NOTE:
- This course is one semester in length.
- Please contact us for the materials list for this course.
Primary Grade: 10
Grade Range: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit Equivalency:
Semester: 0.5 Credits
COURSE DESCRIPTION
NCAA Eligible Course
Environmental Science introduces students to the scientific method, terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems, biomes of the world, tropic interactions, and nutrient and chemical cycles. Students analyze the human impact on the environment and ways to reduce negative consequences. Students investigate environmental issues first hand and use their discoveries to make environmental decisions for themselves.
COURSE TOPICS
- Aquatic Environments
- Biodiversity and Abiotics
- Earth Cycles
- Ecosystem Biodiversity
- Endangered Species
- Natural Selection
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.