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Welcome. To AP Environmental Science (APES). Introduction. Hi I'm Mr. Clark. This discussion is to explain to you what we do in this science class. Mr. Clark. I’m the guy in the white coat!. Topics of Discussion. We will talk about: Classroom rules Grading Topics we study.

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  1. Welcome To AP Environmental Science (APES)

  2. Introduction • Hi I'm Mr. Clark. • This discussion is to explain to you what we do in this science class.

  3. Mr. Clark • I’m the guy in the white coat!

  4. Topics of Discussion • We will talk about: • Classroom rules • Grading • Topics we study

  5. Classroom Rules • Rules • Rewards • Consequences

  6. Classroom Rules • Be in your seat on time. Stay in your seat until you are dismissed. • Inform yourself of all school and classroom policies and procedures and follow them. • Always follow the safety rules. Interact with all people and objects respectfully and safely. • Be prepared for class. • No private conversations, don’t be rude. • When in doubt, ask.

  7. Classroom Rules • Rewards • You will pass the class if you work at it. • You will score high on the AP exam. • You will be happier. • Classroom Games. • A good education

  8. Classroom Rules • Consequences. • Warning. • 30 second lecture after class. • Detention. • Phone home. • A trip to the assistant principal.

  9. Classroom Rules • Severe clause. • Outrageous behavior results in removal from the classroom.

  10. Grading • Categories • Exams and Paper 60% • Quizzes 10% • Projects 10% • Homework and class work 10% • Lab and Fieldwork 10%

  11. Topics We Study • I.EARTH SYSTEMS AND RESOURCES (10-15%) • A. Earth Science Concepts • B. The Atmosphere • C. Global Water Resources and Use • D. Soil and Soil Dynamics

  12. Topics We Study • II. THE LIVING WORLD (10-15%) • A. Ecosystem Structure • B. Energy Flow • C. Ecosystem Diversity • D. Natural Ecosystem Change • E. Natural Biogeochemical Cycles

  13. Topics We Study • III. POPULATION (10-15%) • A. Population Biology Concepts • B. Human Population • Human Population Dynamics • Human Population Size

  14. Topics We Study • IV. LAND AND WATER USE (10-15%) • A. Agriculture • B. Forestry • C. Rangelands • D. Other Land Use • E. Mining • F. Fishing • G. Global Economics

  15. Topics We Study • V. ENERGY RESOURCES AND CONSUMPTION (10-15%) • A. Energy Concepts • B. Energy Consumption • C. Fossil Fuel Resources and Use • D. Nuclear Energy • E. Hydroelectric Power • F. Energy Conservation • G. Renewable Energy

  16. Topics We Study • VI. POLLUTION (25-30%) • A. Pollution Types  • Air Pollution • Noise Pollution • Water Pollution  • Solid Waste  • B. Impacts on the Environment and Human Health • C. Economic Impacts

  17. Topics We Study • VII. GLOBAL CHANGE (10-15%) • A. Stratospheric Zone • B. Global Warming • C. Loss of Biodiversity

  18. Topics We Study • In addition we will also be incorporating the following concepts throughout the year: • Scientific Analysis • Environment and Society: Trade-Offs and Decision Making • Conservation • Preservation • Remediation • Sustainability

  19. Misc. • We will be covering one chapter per week of school. • We will have exams about once a month. • Keep up with the reading. • Always hand in your homework and current events. • Textbook is Miller Living in the Environment 14th Edition.

  20. My Web Page and email • http://www.bethpage.ws/bhs/hclark/ • hclark@bethpage.ws

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