Earth and Space Science Mr. Hopkins Email: Rhopkins@wcboe.org Website: http://hopkinsearthscience.weebly.com/
Agenda: Introduction Syllabus Overview of technology What is needed for class? Conclusion
Curriculum: Geology Meteorology Astronomy
Grading Tests and quizzes (approximately 30% – 40 %) Class work, homework and group work (approximately 40% – 50 %) Class participation/notebook (approximately 15% - 20%)
Technology Applications Examples Online internet Activities Document Camera Student created PowerPoint's 1 per Unit SmartBoard
Necessary Tools Three ring binder with one divider: All work will be placed in order into the notebook Loose leaf notebook paper for notes and homework Pencils/ Blue or black pen
Conclusion What are you most looking forward to this year? What questions do you have from what we have discussed today? What is a goal you have for science this year?