COURSE GUIDELINES FOR EARTH SCIENCE 8
EARTH SCIENCE
I.
Course Description
This course will focus on Earth Science related topics: how to use science to
study the earth; foundations of the earth (history, structures, land features,
earthquakes, volcanoes, and plate tectonics); rocky materials (minerals, ores,
rocks, fossils, and soil); water (oceans, seas, lakes, rivers); atmosphere
(clean air, weather prediction, storms and climate); infinity and beyond (sun,
moon, planets, stars, galaxies, and universe). Throughout this study other
academic disciplines will be addressed to the connection they have with this
branch of science.
II.
Course Goals and Objectives
Upon successful completion of Earth Science the student will be able to:
 Understand the various topics and concepts in Earth Science from the
perspective of a Christian worldview
 Seek God’s wisdom to apply biblical principles to those topics and
concepts
 Understand that science is limited but God is not
 Take the knowledge available from their own and others’ observations and
see the hand of the Creator
III.
Sequence (Tentative)
First Nine Weeks: Chapter 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Second Nine Weeks: Chapter 8, 9, 10,11, 12, 13
Third Nine Weeks: Chapter 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19
Fourth Nine Weeks: Chapter 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25
IV.
Textbook
Earthscience 4th edition
Bible
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VI.
Grade Calculation
Grading will be calculated as the percentage of total points possible
Grading Scale
A: 100-90 B: 89-80 C: 79-70 F: 69-0
VII.
Homework
 Homework will be designed to reinforce concepts introduced through
lecture or readings. Homework must be turned in at the designated time
during class on the due date and must be complete to receive a grade.
Failure to complete homework will result in ninth hour.
 Late work will not be accepted unless the absence has been excused by
the office. Any missed work must be turned in no later than one day after
the absence. (Ex: Absent Monday: work must be turned in by Wednesday
of that week) A student that is absent for more than one day due to illness
or family emergency will be dealt with on an individual basis.
 EXTRA CREDIT WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE
VIII.
Classroom Rules: ALL SCHOOL POLICIES WILL BE ENFORCED
 Tardiness: You are expected to arrive on time, be in your assigned seat
and prepared to begin when the bell rings.
 Preparation for Class: This includes having a writing utensil (black or blue
ink pen), textbook and paper. You should also be prepared to participate
in class discussions, have your homework assignments completed and
be ready for any quiz, test, or other such evaluation. Your classmates are
not responsible to “loan you” paper or a pen. BE PREPARED!
 3 R’s: RESPECT, RESPONSIBILITY, AND RELIABILITY
Respect yourself, your other classmates, and your instructor. Be
responsible through abiding by this document of course guidelines and
expectations. Be reliable by coming to class with the proper attitude
because you will only get out of the class what you put into the class.
I look forward to having you in class this year. I pray that the Lord will bless you and
your family in an unusual way this year. I am more than your Science teacher. I am
here to be a servant to you and your family. Knowledge without God is futile. My
prayer is that you learn concepts and grow in knowledge about science and that you will
praise the One who has given His creation as a gift. If you need help in any way I am
available.