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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