ISCI 4002K - Earth Science

This is a content-specific course for pre-service teachers (middle grades). Students will learn about Earth Science from a systems-based approach focusing on the integrated processes responsible for the structure and function of Earth systems. Special emphasis will be placed on the modern scientific understanding of global climate change. All materials will be correlated to Georgia Standards of Excellence (GSE) relevant to the middle grades classroom (6^th grade GSE science standards). This course investigates and provides a brief synthesis of the following pertinent topics: geology, hydrology, meteorology, astronomy, resources, and human impact on the Earth. ISCI 4001K is highly recommended as a prerequisite.

Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: Pre-education major (Middle Grades Education) or Middle Grades Education major

Hours:
3