Earth Science: Geology and Meteorology
Geology and meteorology studies use field research and data analysis to uncover Earth’s dynamic processes.
Description : In this Earth science course, students delve into the dynamic processes of geology and meteorology using field studies, data‑driven experiments, and interactive simulations that reveal the workings of our planet.
Category : Science
Age : 12+
Difficulty Level : Normal
Curriculum :
Module 1: Introduction to Earth Science
Section 1: What is Earth Science?
- Lesson 1: Overview of Earth Science
- Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1 Overview of Earth Science
- Lesson 2: History and Evolution of Earth Science
- Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2 History and Evolution of Earth Science
Section 2: The Earth’s Structure
- Lesson 1: Layers of the Earth
- Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1 Layers of the Earth
- Lesson 2: Interior vs. Surface Processes
- Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2 Interior vs. Surface Processes
Section 3: Basic Terminology in Geology and Meteorology
- Lesson 1: Key Geology Terms
- Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1 Key Geology Terms
- Lesson 2: Essential Meteorology Terms
- Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2 Essential Meteorology Terms
Section 4: Tools and Methods in Earth Science
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Field Tools and Equipment
- Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1 Introduction to Field Tools and Equipment
- Lesson 2: Data Collection and Observation Techniques
- Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2 Data Collection and Observation Techniques
Section 5: Safety and Fieldwork Procedures
- Lesson 1: Safety Basics for Field Studies
- Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1 Safety Basics for Field Studies
- Lesson 2: Responsible Field Conduct
- Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2 Responsible Field Conduct
Module 2: Fundamentals of Geology
Section 1: Minerals and Rocks
- Lesson 1: Types of Minerals
- Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1 Types of Minerals
- Lesson 2: Common Rock Types
- Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2 Common Rock Types
Section 2: The Rock Cycle
- Lesson 1: Processes of the Rock Cycle
- Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1 Processes of the Rock Cycle
- Lesson 2: How Rocks Transform Over Time
- Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2 How Rocks Transform Over Time
Section 3: Plate Tectonics Basics
- Lesson 1: Understanding Plate Movements
- Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1 Understanding Plate Movements
- Lesson 2: Formation of Earth’s Features
- Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2 Formation of Earth’s Features
Section 4: Geological Time and Processes
- Lesson 1: Interpreting Geological Time
- Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1 Interpreting Geological Time
- Lesson 2: Major Geological Events
- Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2 Major Geological Events
Section 5: Field Observation in Geology
- Lesson 1: Conducting a Simple Field Survey
- Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1 Conducting a Simple Field Survey
- Lesson 2: Recording and Analyzing Rock Samples
- Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2 Recording and Analyzing Rock Samples
Module 3: Rock Formation and Processes
Section 1: Weathering and Erosion
- Lesson 1: The Basics of Weathering
- Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1 The Basics of Weathering
- Lesson 2: How Erosion Shapes Landscapes
- Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2 How Erosion Shapes Landscapes
Section 2: Sedimentary Processes
- Lesson 1: Formation of Sedimentary Rocks
- Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1 Formation of Sedimentary Rocks
- Lesson 2: Interpreting Sedimentary Layers
- Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2 Interpreting Sedimentary Layers
Section 3: Igneous Processes
- Lesson 1: Basics of Magma and Lava
- Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1 Basics of Magma and Lava
- Lesson 2: Intrusive vs. Extrusive Rocks
- Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2 Intrusive vs. Extrusive Rocks
Section 4: Metamorphic Processes
- Lesson 1: Transformations from Heat and Pressure
- Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1 Transformations from Heat and Pressure
- Lesson 2: Common Metamorphic Rocks
- Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2 Common Metamorphic Rocks
Section 5: Earth’s Changing Surface
- Lesson 1: Long-Term Surface Change Mechanisms
- Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1 Long-Term Surface Change Mechanisms
- Lesson 2: Interpreting Earth’s Past Through Rocks
- Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2 Interpreting Earth’s Past Through Rocks
Module 4: Weather and Atmospheric Concepts
Section 1: Introduction to Meteorology
- Lesson 1: What is Meteorology?
- Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1 What is Meteorology?
- Lesson 2: The Role of the Atmosphere
- Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2 The Role of the Atmosphere
Section 2: Weather Patterns and Systems
- Lesson 1: Understanding Weather Patterns
- Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1 Understanding Weather Patterns
- Lesson 2: Fronts, Pressure Systems, and Wind
- Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2 Fronts, Pressure Systems, and Wind
Section 3: Climate vs. Weather
- Lesson 1: Defining Weather and Climate
- Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1 Defining Weather and Climate
- Lesson 2: Short-Term Changes vs. Long-Term Trends
- Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2 Short-Term Changes vs. Long-Term Trends
Section 4: Tools for Weather Observation
- Lesson 1: Using Thermometers and Barometers
- Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1 Using Thermometers and Barometers
- Lesson 2: Weather Maps and Forecasting Basics
- Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2 Weather Maps and Forecasting Basics
Section 5: Weather Experiments and Simulations
- Lesson 1: Simple Weather Experiments
- Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1 Simple Weather Experiments
- Lesson 2: Interactive Simulations of Atmospheric Processes
- Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2 Interactive Simulations of Atmospheric Processes
Module 5: Earth Systems and Environmental Interactions
Section 1: The Water Cycle
- Lesson 1: Understanding the Basic Water Cycle
- Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1 Understanding the Basic Water Cycle
- Lesson 2: The Role of Water in Shaping Earth
- Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2 The Role of Water in Shaping Earth
Section 2: Interaction Between Geology and Weather
- Lesson 1: How Geological Features Influence Weather
- Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1 How Geological Features Influence Weather
- Lesson 2: Weathering, Erosion, and Weather Interaction
- Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2 Weathering, Erosion, and Weather Interaction
Section 3: Natural Hazards and Earth Processes
- Lesson 1: Earthquakes, Volcanoes, and Their Impacts
- Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1 Earthquakes, Volcanoes, and Their Impacts
- Lesson 2: Weather-Related Natural Hazards
- Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2 Weather-Related Natural Hazards
Section 4: Human Interaction with Earth Systems
- Lesson 1: How Humans Impact Geology and Weather
- Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1 How Humans Impact Geology and Weather
- Lesson 2: Sustainable Practices in Earth System Management
- Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2 Sustainable Practices in Earth System Management
Section 5: Integrative Earth Science Projects
- Lesson 1: Designing a Field Study Project
- Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1 Designing a Field Study Project
- Lesson 2: Presenting and Analyzing Earth Science Data
- Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2 Presenting and Analyzing Earth Science Data