Earth and Space Science
9th Grade
Instructor: Mr. Michael Estep
Education: B.S. Clarion University
M.ed. Gannon University
Textbook: Prentice Hall Science
Explorer 2002 edition
*Students are provided with a text and
a Guided Reading and Study
Workbook for reinforcement of
material covered.
The course covers six units of study
• Unit One: Exploring
Planet Earth Mapping, Rocks and minerals
• Unit Two: Inside the
Earth- Plate Tectonics,
Earthquakes, Volcanoes
• Unit Three: Earth’s
Changing Surface
Weathering, Soil Formation
Erosion, Geologic Time,
Energy Resources
• Unit Four: Earth’s
Waters- Fresh Water, Ocean
Waves, Tides, Chemistry, Zones
• Unit Five: Weather
and Climate Atmosphere, Storms, Climate
Weather
• Unit Six: Astronomy
Earth, Moon, Sun, Stars,
Galaxies, Solar System,
Universe
What students can expect in each
chapter.
• Teacher produced note packet.
• Review and reinforcement worksheet
packet.
• Guided reading and study workbook pages.
• Textbook chapter assessment.
• Hands-on Laboratory experience or video
Laboratory experience.
Assessment for Technical
Preparation and Inclusion
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10 Multiple choice questions
5 True False questions
5 Completion questions
1 Short Answer question
1 Skills Performance chart or diagram
Note: Exams may vary due to content
Grading:
Exams = 50%
Quizzes and Labs = 30%
Homework = 20%
Example:
Exam Average:
94% x 50% = 47
Quizzes and Lab Average:
90% x 30% = 27
Homework Average:
100% x 20% = 20
Marking Period Grade:
94%
Note: Extra-credit will NOT be given
Flex Period
• I am available to your son or daughter daily
during 7th period for any assistance they
may need.
• Example:
• Homework help
• class work help
• Make-up work
Thank you
• Thank you for being here!!
• Have a safe trip home!!!
• Mr. Estep - Room 208
• E-mail miestep@ pomounties.org
• School Phone 342-1521 Ext. 208