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CR00274 - Earth Science 03001 (S1)

Course Description
Earth Science, S1 is a laboratory course that explores the origins and connections between the physical, chemical, and biological processes of the earth system. Students are introduced to the four branches of Earth Science: geology, meteorology, oceanography, and astronomy. In this first semester, the instructional focus is on geology and oceanography. Through direct instruction videos, vocabulary activities and lab demonstrations, students will learn about mapping the earth, minerals, rocks, earth’s energy resources, plate tectonics, earthquakes, volcanoes, weathering, erosion, deposition, and the geologic time scale. Students will also learn about freshwater, ocean motions, and ocean zones. Student understanding will be assessed through interactive lab exercises, quizzes, and tests. The online course also includes audio resources that can "read" content to students along with 17 different language translation options. Students will take a diagnostic pre-assessment prior to beginning each lesson and do not need to re-take those lessons where they demonstrate the ability to meet standards. This course is offered as a credit recovery option with teachers located in South Dakota.
Course Code
03001
Content Area
Credit Recovery
Provider
DIAL
Instructor
To Be Determined
Prerequisite
None
Technology
Online
Course Materials
Electronic
Appropriate Grade Levels
9, 10, 11, 12
When Offered
Open-ended
Credit
Half
Cost
$260
Registration Contact
Name: Karen Peters
Phone: (605) 337-3178
Email: karen.peters@k12.sd.us
Registration Period
Registration for this course is ongoing.
Other Notes
This is a credit recovery course.