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SES4U - Grade 12 Earth and Space Science
Course Code: SES4U Course Type: University Preparation Format: Online School Course Prerequisite: SNC2D, Grade 10 Science Tuition Fee (CAD): $549
Course Description For SES4U Grade 12 Earth and Space Science Online Course
Grade 12 Earth and Space Science takes an in-depth look at our amazing planet Earth and its place in the universe. Throughout the course, students will investigate the properties and forces of our solar system and analyse some of the techniques scientists use to generate knowledge about them. In doing so, students will examine Earth’s basic materials, its geological history, and how its systems interact and change over time.
Summary Of Units And Timelines For Grade 12 Earth and Space Science SES4U
Below is the suggested sequence of course unit delivery as well as the recommended number of hours to complete the respective unit. For complete details of targeted expectations within each unit and activity, please see each Unit Overview found in the SES4U course profile.
Unit 1 Astronomy and Planetary Science 25 Hours
Unit 2 Earth’s Geological History 25 Hours
Unit 3 Earth Minerals 25 Hours
Unit 4 Geological Process 25 Hours
Summative Final Summative Assignment 8 Hours
This course enables students to deepen their understanding of Earth and Space Science concepts and theories. They will further develop their scientific investigation skills, learning, for example, how to analyse, qualitatively and quantitatively, data related to a variety of Earth and Space Science concepts and principles. Students will also consider the impact of technological applications of Earth and Space Science on society and the environment.
Teachers will bring enthusiasm and varied teaching and assessment approaches to the classroom, addressing individual students’ needs and ensuring sound learning opportunities for every student. The activities offered should enable students to relate and apply these concepts to the social, environmental, and economical conditions and concerns of the world in which they live. Opportunities to relate knowledge and skills to these wider contexts will motivate students to learn in a meaningful way and to become life-long learners. Teachers will to help students understand that problem solving of any kind often requires a considerable expenditure of time and energy and a good deal of perseverance. Teachers also will encourage students to investigate, to reason, to explore alternative solutions and to take the risks necessary to become successful problem solvers. Effective instructional approaches and learning activities draw on students’ prior knowledge, capture their interest, and encourage meaningful practise both inside and outside the classroom. Students will be engaged when they are able to see the connection between the scientific concepts they are learning and their application in the world around them and in real-life situations. Due to its importance, students will have opportunities to learn in a variety of ways- individually, cooperatively, independently, with teacher direction, through hands-on experiences, and through examples followed by practice. The approaches and strategies teachers use will vary according to both the object of the learning and the needs of the students. Teachers will accomplish this in an online environment with the use of virtual labs, online simulation, animations, videos, discussion forums, live chat, and other interactive objects.
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What is SES4U?
SES4U is a Grade 12 Earth and Space Science course at a University preparation level.
What is the prerequisite course for SES4U?
Prerequisite: SNC2D, Grade 10 Science
How long does it take to complete the SES4U online course?