2. Earth scientists study earth systems and their interaction Solid Earth Atmosphere Oceans Biosphere

3.  We study EARTH MATERIALS  We study EARTH STRUCTURE  We study EARTH PROCESSES  We study EARTH HISTORY

4. Growing importance of earth science Growing importance of earth science No systematic education on earth science in Hong Kong No systematic education on earth science in Hong Kong Geography is not earth science Geography is not earth science No suitable programme in Earth Science for interested students because of streaming No suitable programme in Earth Science for interested students because of streaming

5. 1972 Po Shan Road Landslide

6. 卓蘭．石岡水壩

7. A comprehensive overview of the Earth Sciences through a series of challenging web- based learning activities Accelerated learning on the earth science components in the NSS curriculum Integrated science: Earth system Chemistry: rock and minerals Geography: dynamic earth, weather and climate

8. Hands-on, activity-based learning Self-managed & self-directed learning process Emphasize on the interconnectivity of multiple sciences Hong Kong context

9. Level 1 Unit 1: Earth’s Formation, Dimension & Structure Unit 2: Earth’s Lithosphere & Plate Tectonics Theory Unit 3: Earth’s Material

10. Level 2 & Level 3 Atmosphere and Oceans Weather and Climate Climatic Changes Internal Processes Surface Processes, Landforms & Soil Formation Geologic Time and Dating Life on Earth Earth’s Resources and Environment Earthquakes and Natural Hazards Applications of Earth Sciences for Hong Kong Geological Features in Hong Kong

11. Statistics for Earth Science webcourse CohortLevel 1Level 2Level 3Graduated 2007-084281444621 2008-09646863723 2009-104141336954

13. Components 7-day intensive workshop 2 field trips Seminar and museum visit Supervised student research project Mentorship programme

14. Summer workshop Prof Philip Murphy from University of Leeds Team building activities Lectures and practical Group research projects o Topics on earthquakes and geosciences careers o Forensic Geology Individual research projects o Topics on global warming

15. Self-guided museum exercise Review of the Earth Science webcourse Rocks and Minerals identification Air photo exercise Slope inspection

16. Field Trips Tung Ping Chau Sai Kung