High School Physical Science Course
Step into the ever-evolving realm of Environmental Science with Excel High School's immersive online course. Designed to open students' eyes to the delicate interplay of nature's elements, this course provides an in-depth exploration of our planet's ecosystems, from the verdant forests underfoot to the vast blue expanse above. More than just theory, our curriculum connects foundational scientific concepts with pressing real-world challenges, enabling students to see the direct impact of human actions on our shared environment.
Every module is a journey, guiding learners from the fundamental interrelationships within the natural world to the intricate dance of energy cycles. With the backdrop of current environmental dilemmas, students will model real-world scenarios, forecasting potential outcomes of specific human actions. By course's end, students won't just understand the changing trends in human demographics and their effect on the environment; they'll be equipped to advocate for informed choices that can safeguard our planet for generations to come. Embrace a future where you can make a difference, starting with a deeper understanding of the world we inhabit.
High School Physical Science
Course Syllabus
Environmental science is a captivating and rapidly expanding field, and this course offers compelling lessons that cover many different aspects of the field: ecology, the biosphere, land, forests and soil, water, energy and resources, and societies and policy. Through unique activities and material, high school students connect scientific theory and concepts to current, real-world dilemmas, providing them with opportunities for mastery in each of the segments throughout the semester.
Textbook: Environmental Science - Excel Education Systems, Inc. 2023
Course Objectives:
Throughout the course, you will meet the following goals:
- Understand the interrelationships in the natural world.
- Examine the natural cycles of energy flow and evaluate how human interaction affects these cycles.
- Model real-world phenomena and determine possible consequences of specific actions.
- Defend the best choices to protect the environment with changing trends in human demographics.
- Interpret evidence and communicate scientifically about environmental conditions and hazards.
Course contents:
Semester A
- Chapter 1: An Introduction to Environmental Science
- Chapter 2: Understanding Our Environment
- Chapter 3: Using the Scientific Method and Models
- Chapter 4: Our Changing Earth
- Chapter 5: Organization of Living Things
- Chapter 6: Ecosystems
- Chapter 7: Biomes
- Chapter 8: Aquatic Ecosystems
- Chapter 9: Exploring Populations
- Chapter 10: Understanding Human Populations
- Chapter 11: What is Biodiversity?
- Chapter 12: Water Resources
Semester B
- Chapter 13: Air and Pollution
- Chapter 14: Earth's Climate
- Chapter 15: Land Use and Conservation
- Chapter 16: Agriculture and Food
- Chapter 17: Earth's Mineral Resources
- Chapter 18: Nonrenewable Energy Sources
- Chapter 19: Renewable Energy Sources
- Chapter 20: Waste Management
- Chapter 21: Human Health and The Environment
- Chapter 22: Politics, Economics, and The Environment
Grading Scale
A = 90-100%
B = 80-89%
C = 70-79%
D = 60-69%
F = under 59%
Grade Weighting
Unit Quizzes.........................35%
Writing Assignments.........35%
Mid-Term/Final Exams......30%
Total.......................................100%
How Much Does It Cost?
$225
per course
Standard high school courses are priced at an affordable $225 each. This cost-effective rate makes quality education accessible for every student.
Enrolling is Easy!
Step One
Begin the Enrollment Process
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Step Three
Submit Payment
Single course options at Excel High School range in price depending on their difficulty. Single course prices are below:
- Standard High School Courses: $225
- Honors High School Courses: $325
- (AP) High School Courses: $599
Step Five
You're Ready To Start!
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