Oceanography
Course Length:
one-semester course
Course Description:
Oceanography provides an excellent opportunity to gain knowledge about the biological, physical, and chemical properties of marine ecosystems. Through an interdisciplinary approach, the oceanography topics are explored through hands-on labs, research projects and video field trips. Oceanography encourages students to investigate both the marine world and the environmental issues that people must consider when using the oceans many resources.
Prerequisites:
Students must have a basic understanding of the Scientific Method and how scientists conduct research. Students should have some background in general biology, physics and chemistry, such as gained from a Physical Science or General Science course.
Comprehensive Syllabus:
Required Materials:
web camera, microphone
Specific Technical/Software Requirements in Addition to General Requirements:
Please review the general original credit software requirements at http://mtda.link/techreq
In addition, this specific course requires that your computer should be equipped with a webcam and microphone of some sort. Students may be asked to record themselves for specific assignments.
Course Availability (subject to resource and teacher availability):
Fall: semester available
Spring: semester available
Lead Teacher:
Ally Reamy, Columbia Falls Public Schools, ally.reamy@montanadigitalacademy.org