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AP ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (AP ES)
Disclosure Statement August 2013
Instructor: Brad Goffe
Contact Information: Room : 106
e-mail : [email protected] or Web Page : http://goffe.weebly.com
AP ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (AP ES)
Disclosure Statement August 2013
Instructor: Brad Goffe
Contact Information: Room : 106
e-mail : [email protected] or Web Page : http://goffe.weebly.com
Phone: 385-646-5400
Text: Environmental Science for AP Friedland/Relyea 2012
Course Description:
This course is the equivalent of a one-semester, college course in environmental science. Environmental science is interdisciplinary; it embraces a wide variety of topics from different areas of study. In the college setting, environmental science is taught by a variety of departments from geology to political science. AP Environmental Science is designed as a science class with rigor. Scientific principles and analysis, with an emphasis on laboratory work is stressed. Students should have taken at least one year of Biology, and one year of Chemistry, Physics, or Earth Science, and at least one year of Algebra.
The AP exam will be given in May, and students who pass with a 3 or better will be able to receive 6 hours of credit at most colleges. Our textbook at Olympus is the newest one on the market. It is the new Environmental Science for AP by Friedland & Relyea is designed specifically for AP ES.
The following themes are the basic ideas to understand in AP Environmental Science:
1. Science is a Process
2. Energy conversions underlie all ecological processes
3. The Earth itself is one interconnected system
4. Humans alter natural systems
5. Environmental problems have a cultural and social context
6. Human survival depends on developing practices that will achieve sustainable systems.
We will follow the following outline to learn about environmental science, and prepare for the AP exam:
I. The State of the Earth B. Distribution
II. Scientific Analysis C. Sustainability
A. Observation D. Economic and Cultural Influences
B. Collecting data V. Resources and environmental quality:
C. Modeling A. Soil
III. Ecosystems B. Water
A. What they are C. Air
B. How they work D. Biological
C. Balance E. Solid waste
D. Adapting to change F. Human Health
IV. Human Population Dynamics G. Energy
A. History VI. The Environment and Society
ACADEMIC GRADE
Required Materials: Textbook - Purchased at the Bookstore - $100
Notebook - a Three ring binder ( 1 ½ ” )
Writing materials bring everyday
LAB Fee - $15 you can pay online after Sept 1st
It is important that you bring your book, notebook and pen or pencil to class everyday. Not bringing supplies will not be an excuse for late or missing work. Your grade in this class will be based on the following:
ASSIGNMENTS: Assignments will include vocabulary work, work sheets, drawings, charts, lab reports, and book work. Your assignments will be graded on completeness, neatness, and accuracy. All assignments for a given unit are due the day of the unit exam for that unit.
Assignments for each unit will include the following:
In class assignment ICA = 20 points
Out of class assignment OCA = 50 points = 100
Lab assignments LAB = 30 points
ICAs and Labs are usually completed in class. The OCA is homework, and will have to be completed at home.
There will also be term projects and groups projects that will be added into your grade during the quarter.
Start-up quizzes will also be added to your final grade approximately 80 points.
NOTEBOOK: Notebooks are an important tool of the scientist. Most of the test questions will come from concepts covered in lectures in class. The ICA will be a lecture note outline that should be filled in while listening to the lectures. All assignments, tests and returned work should be kept in the notebook at least until you see your final grade. The notebook will be graded each time we have a test. It will be worth 10 points and will be graded on completeness, neatness, and organization. You will receive extra credit at the end of the year for a neat, complete notebook.
QUIZZES and TESTS: Quizzes will be given every few days and will usually be on the reading assignments. Quizzes will be worth 10 points. IF YOU RECEIVE LESS THAN 80% ON THE QUIZ YOU WILL BE ASSIGNED EXTRA HOMEWORK IN THE FORM OF QUESTIONS FROM THE BOOK. Tests will be given at the end of each unit. Approximately 3 to 4 will be given each quarter. Tests will count about one half of your final grade. Make-up tests will be taken the day you return to class, or by the next class period, before or after school.
MAKE-UP WORK: All past-due assignments must be turned in the day that you return to class or the day you take the make-up test, if you will be taking a test for that unit.
- All late work will receive only 50% of the possible points.
You must bring an excuse for your absence before make-up work will be accepted.. Excuse notes will not be accepted more than three days after the absence. Students have the responsibility to find out what work was assigned when you were absent. NO EXTRA CREDIT WORK WILL BE ACCEPTED except as noted below. If you need special help, I will available before or after school, usually at the swim pool to help with questions you may have. Extended, planned absences should be made-up prior to the absence to receive credit. Most Labs are of a nature that it is very difficult to make-up once the lab has been dismantled. Occasionally, substitute lab work may be assigned.
FINAL GRADE: Your term grade will be based on a point system as all assignments, quizzes, notebooks, and tests are totaled. The highest grade in the class will be used as the highest possible, and then grades broken down by the following scale:
90 - 100 % = A
80 - 89 % = B
67 - 79 % = C
55 - 66 % = D
Students who have less than 55% will not receive credit.
CITIZENSHIP GRADE
The school and district citizenship and attendance policies will be followed as outlined in the TI Book. Students may earn a
4 for honor 3 for good 2 for satisfactory 1 for poor 0 for failure
Three areas are considered when awarding citizenship grades: tardies, student behavior and attendance.
TARDIES: Be on Time! Bell work will be given when the bell rings. No credit for late comers. On the fourth tardy a student will receive a 0. You can make-up a tardy by showing improvement over a specified period of time. No more than 1 tardy can be made-up per term. You must be in your seat when roll is taken in order for you to be counted as on time. Late students will miss quiz points.
STUDENT BEHAVIOR: Behavior in the classroom should appropriate and consistent for learning to take place for all students in the class. Again, school regulations as outlined in the "Ti" book will be followed, along with the following additional class rules:
1. Behavior will be orderly and respectful. Improper language will not be tolerated. Respect the belongings of others; including desks, whiteboards, etc.
2. No food, drink (water excepted)
3. Cell phones, MP3 players, game boys, and other gadgets must not be used in class, and must be kept out of sight. Failure to keep them out of sight will lead to
confiscation to be picked-up from the office.
4. You need to bring your book, notebook, and a pencil or pen to class everyday.
5. Hall passes will be issued only in emergencies or when requested from the office.
6. Disruptive and disorderly behavior will result in removal of the student from class and an automatic 1 or 0 for citizenship.
7. Students will be expected to participate and attend to the tasks at hand. You can not work on other materials from other classes.
8. You are expected to do your own work on Tests, OCA's, LAB's (unless it is a group project) and quizzes. ICA's may be copied if you are absent. Failure to do your own
work will result in a loss of credit on that piece of work, and a lower citizenship grade. Cheating will lower the Academic and Citizenship grades for both parties.
Laboratory Rules – Read Lab Safety Handout for more details
Labs can be fun and rewarding learning experiences, but they can also be dangerous. Lab rules will be strictly enforced. Always think safety First – If you are in doubt, ask before you act.
ATTENDANCE: Students are expected to attend class everyday. There will be a reduction in citizenship grades for excessive absences. Students will receive a 1 on the first truancy, and a 0 on the second truancy. No make-up work will be available if missed while truant. The school and District attendance policies listed in the TI Book will be followed in this class.
Hall Passes:
Each student will have a chance to use a hall pass twice during each quarter. Hall passes not used in the quarter will be worth 10 extra credit points.
Contract: It is assumed that not that you have read and we have discussed this disclosure that you understand the rules, procedures, and expectations outlined above. If you have a question please come and see me to make sure you know what you need to do to get a good grade in this class and be best prepared for the AP test in May.
Share this disclosure with you parents. I can be contacted through several different means as shown on the first page. If you and your parents sign below, I will give you 10 extra credit points when you turn in your note book for the first test.
I have read and understand this disclosure statement:
____________________________________ _____________________________________
student / date parent / date
Student Survey:
Name: ______________________________________________ Grade: _______________
Email addresses: _______________________________ _____________________________________
Yours your parent’s
Previous Science Classes:
What math are you in this year?
Do you have a computer at home? Y N Internet access? Y N
Why did you take AP Environmental Science this year?
What are your interests & hobbies?
Any other concerns or information that would help me to help you to be successful in this class:
Text: Environmental Science for AP Friedland/Relyea 2012
Course Description:
This course is the equivalent of a one-semester, college course in environmental science. Environmental science is interdisciplinary; it embraces a wide variety of topics from different areas of study. In the college setting, environmental science is taught by a variety of departments from geology to political science. AP Environmental Science is designed as a science class with rigor. Scientific principles and analysis, with an emphasis on laboratory work is stressed. Students should have taken at least one year of Biology, and one year of Chemistry, Physics, or Earth Science, and at least one year of Algebra.
The AP exam will be given in May, and students who pass with a 3 or better will be able to receive 6 hours of credit at most colleges. Our textbook at Olympus is the newest one on the market. It is the new Environmental Science for AP by Friedland & Relyea is designed specifically for AP ES.
The following themes are the basic ideas to understand in AP Environmental Science:
1. Science is a Process
2. Energy conversions underlie all ecological processes
3. The Earth itself is one interconnected system
4. Humans alter natural systems
5. Environmental problems have a cultural and social context
6. Human survival depends on developing practices that will achieve sustainable systems.
We will follow the following outline to learn about environmental science, and prepare for the AP exam:
I. The State of the Earth B. Distribution
II. Scientific Analysis C. Sustainability
A. Observation D. Economic and Cultural Influences
B. Collecting data V. Resources and environmental quality:
C. Modeling A. Soil
III. Ecosystems B. Water
A. What they are C. Air
B. How they work D. Biological
C. Balance E. Solid waste
D. Adapting to change F. Human Health
IV. Human Population Dynamics G. Energy
A. History VI. The Environment and Society
ACADEMIC GRADE
Required Materials: Textbook - Purchased at the Bookstore - $100
Notebook - a Three ring binder ( 1 ½ ” )
Writing materials bring everyday
LAB Fee - $15 you can pay online after Sept 1st
It is important that you bring your book, notebook and pen or pencil to class everyday. Not bringing supplies will not be an excuse for late or missing work. Your grade in this class will be based on the following:
ASSIGNMENTS: Assignments will include vocabulary work, work sheets, drawings, charts, lab reports, and book work. Your assignments will be graded on completeness, neatness, and accuracy. All assignments for a given unit are due the day of the unit exam for that unit.
Assignments for each unit will include the following:
In class assignment ICA = 20 points
Out of class assignment OCA = 50 points = 100
Lab assignments LAB = 30 points
ICAs and Labs are usually completed in class. The OCA is homework, and will have to be completed at home.
There will also be term projects and groups projects that will be added into your grade during the quarter.
Start-up quizzes will also be added to your final grade approximately 80 points.
NOTEBOOK: Notebooks are an important tool of the scientist. Most of the test questions will come from concepts covered in lectures in class. The ICA will be a lecture note outline that should be filled in while listening to the lectures. All assignments, tests and returned work should be kept in the notebook at least until you see your final grade. The notebook will be graded each time we have a test. It will be worth 10 points and will be graded on completeness, neatness, and organization. You will receive extra credit at the end of the year for a neat, complete notebook.
QUIZZES and TESTS: Quizzes will be given every few days and will usually be on the reading assignments. Quizzes will be worth 10 points. IF YOU RECEIVE LESS THAN 80% ON THE QUIZ YOU WILL BE ASSIGNED EXTRA HOMEWORK IN THE FORM OF QUESTIONS FROM THE BOOK. Tests will be given at the end of each unit. Approximately 3 to 4 will be given each quarter. Tests will count about one half of your final grade. Make-up tests will be taken the day you return to class, or by the next class period, before or after school.
MAKE-UP WORK: All past-due assignments must be turned in the day that you return to class or the day you take the make-up test, if you will be taking a test for that unit.
- All late work will receive only 50% of the possible points.
You must bring an excuse for your absence before make-up work will be accepted.. Excuse notes will not be accepted more than three days after the absence. Students have the responsibility to find out what work was assigned when you were absent. NO EXTRA CREDIT WORK WILL BE ACCEPTED except as noted below. If you need special help, I will available before or after school, usually at the swim pool to help with questions you may have. Extended, planned absences should be made-up prior to the absence to receive credit. Most Labs are of a nature that it is very difficult to make-up once the lab has been dismantled. Occasionally, substitute lab work may be assigned.
FINAL GRADE: Your term grade will be based on a point system as all assignments, quizzes, notebooks, and tests are totaled. The highest grade in the class will be used as the highest possible, and then grades broken down by the following scale:
90 - 100 % = A
80 - 89 % = B
67 - 79 % = C
55 - 66 % = D
Students who have less than 55% will not receive credit.
CITIZENSHIP GRADE
The school and district citizenship and attendance policies will be followed as outlined in the TI Book. Students may earn a
4 for honor 3 for good 2 for satisfactory 1 for poor 0 for failure
Three areas are considered when awarding citizenship grades: tardies, student behavior and attendance.
TARDIES: Be on Time! Bell work will be given when the bell rings. No credit for late comers. On the fourth tardy a student will receive a 0. You can make-up a tardy by showing improvement over a specified period of time. No more than 1 tardy can be made-up per term. You must be in your seat when roll is taken in order for you to be counted as on time. Late students will miss quiz points.
STUDENT BEHAVIOR: Behavior in the classroom should appropriate and consistent for learning to take place for all students in the class. Again, school regulations as outlined in the "Ti" book will be followed, along with the following additional class rules:
1. Behavior will be orderly and respectful. Improper language will not be tolerated. Respect the belongings of others; including desks, whiteboards, etc.
2. No food, drink (water excepted)
3. Cell phones, MP3 players, game boys, and other gadgets must not be used in class, and must be kept out of sight. Failure to keep them out of sight will lead to
confiscation to be picked-up from the office.
4. You need to bring your book, notebook, and a pencil or pen to class everyday.
5. Hall passes will be issued only in emergencies or when requested from the office.
6. Disruptive and disorderly behavior will result in removal of the student from class and an automatic 1 or 0 for citizenship.
7. Students will be expected to participate and attend to the tasks at hand. You can not work on other materials from other classes.
8. You are expected to do your own work on Tests, OCA's, LAB's (unless it is a group project) and quizzes. ICA's may be copied if you are absent. Failure to do your own
work will result in a loss of credit on that piece of work, and a lower citizenship grade. Cheating will lower the Academic and Citizenship grades for both parties.
Laboratory Rules – Read Lab Safety Handout for more details
Labs can be fun and rewarding learning experiences, but they can also be dangerous. Lab rules will be strictly enforced. Always think safety First – If you are in doubt, ask before you act.
ATTENDANCE: Students are expected to attend class everyday. There will be a reduction in citizenship grades for excessive absences. Students will receive a 1 on the first truancy, and a 0 on the second truancy. No make-up work will be available if missed while truant. The school and District attendance policies listed in the TI Book will be followed in this class.
Hall Passes:
Each student will have a chance to use a hall pass twice during each quarter. Hall passes not used in the quarter will be worth 10 extra credit points.
Contract: It is assumed that not that you have read and we have discussed this disclosure that you understand the rules, procedures, and expectations outlined above. If you have a question please come and see me to make sure you know what you need to do to get a good grade in this class and be best prepared for the AP test in May.
Share this disclosure with you parents. I can be contacted through several different means as shown on the first page. If you and your parents sign below, I will give you 10 extra credit points when you turn in your note book for the first test.
I have read and understand this disclosure statement:
____________________________________ _____________________________________
student / date parent / date
Student Survey:
Name: ______________________________________________ Grade: _______________
Email addresses: _______________________________ _____________________________________
Yours your parent’s
Previous Science Classes:
What math are you in this year?
Do you have a computer at home? Y N Internet access? Y N
Why did you take AP Environmental Science this year?
What are your interests & hobbies?
Any other concerns or information that would help me to help you to be successful in this class: