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Description
Every day, millions of human and natural activities are altering the planet on which we live. Environmental Science provides an opportunity to develop a broad understanding of the environmental challenges that humanity is facing today and our need to develop a sustainable relationship with our planet and its resources. This course focuses on the application of biological, chemical, and physical principles to the study of contemporary environmental issues such as air and water pollution, global climate change, hazardous and solid waste, alternative energy resources, soils, deforestation, biodiversity, and endangered species. Using a combination of traditional hands-on laboratory exercises, modern web-based animations and simulations, and service learning opportunity, this course offers a core laboratory experience that complements the classroom portion through firsthand observations of environmental principles.
Prerequisites
Successful completion of a full year of biology or equivalent.
Course Objectives
- Understand the interrelationships between living things and the ecosystems they inhabit.
- Analyze environmental problems caused by changing natural conditions and by human activity.
- Evaluate ways to resolve and/or prevent these problems.
Additional Requirements
Digital Camera
Shovel
Ruler
Popsicle sticks
Permanent marker
10 small, clear plastic cups
Plastic food wrap
rubber bands
Tape
Teaspoon
Scissors
Digital/Kitchen Balance
15-cm rulers
masking tape
Brown paper bag
At least 100 Beans
Wax Pencil or marker
Calculator
cardboard
graph paper,
Clipboard
Three different colored Starbursts
Heat source
Tin foil or pan
Glass jar with lid
Dishwashing detergent
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Details
Discipline:
Science - Earth and Space Science, Science
Level:
High School Standard
Program:
Gifted and Talented Middle School, High School, STEM
Grade:
7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13
When Offered:
Fall, Spring
Duration:
15 weeks
Lab Kit Purchase Required:
No
Accredited:
Certified by NCAA for initial-eligibility (VHS Learning School Code:221356), Cognia (AdvancED), Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools, Western Association of Schools and Colleges
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