What's Included
The following books are included in this course package:
- Environmental Science for a Changing World Coursebook Second Edition
- Environmental Science 2021 Textbook (Savvas)
- A Sand County Almanac by Aldo Leopold
Additional Materials Recommended
The following book is optional but recommended to get the most value out of this course (NOT included in the course package):
Course Overview
Course Length: Full year
Suggested Grade Level(s): 9 10
View samples of our high school curriculum here.
This course introduces fundamental ecological concepts and explores the interactions between all living things including humans and our environment.
Students learn about the biosphere major biomes ecosystems chemical cycles and the role of living things in ecosystems. In addition to learning about environmental problems students explore practical alternatives for protecting the environment and moving toward a sustainable future.
More and more the broad subject of environmental science needs to be considered on a global scale and this course helps to increase students’ awareness of global environmental issues as well as their role in their environment both local and global. Students are encouraged to think deeply about the issues discussed and their responsibilities as citizens of the Earth. The interdisciplinary nature of environmental science is reinforced throughout the course.
