Environmental Science

Presenter – Marian DeWane

 

Marian DeWane – Bio

Marian DeWane was recognized in 2009 with the Presidential Award in Science Teaching by President Obama, the highest honor for a science teacher in the United States.  She has also been a Teacher of the Year, a Presidential Scholar Teacher in 2001, 2004, and 2009, and recognized by the College Board as the Western Region Distinguished Teacher in 2008. She has also earned her National Board Certification in Chemistry. She has been a teacher for over thirty years at both high school and college levels. At the high school level, she has taught a variety of courses including AP Environmental Science, AP Chemistry, and AP Physics.

 

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AP* ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE

Hello and welcome to AP* Environmental Science (APES).  This is an exciting course and I feel it should be a requirement of all high school students!  One hope for our own students is that they become global citizens who will guide us in the future to sustainability,  A big goal I know!

No matter where you live, there are opportunities for your students to get involved in environmental projects.  I attribute service learning as an important reason for the success of my students.  Students not only learn but are very engaged in these activities and will be able to discuss issues on the AP* exam.  My focus is not on memorizing facts but on creating students who are critical thinkers and problem solvers.

During the course, you will have opportunities to discuss strategies to help your students be successful and be able to research opportunities in your area in which to involve your students.

I look forward to working together to create a dynamic learning community!

Marian, DeWane. ED

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CLASS SYLLABUS

 MONDAY AM:  Overview of Setting up a Course: Curricular Requirements

  • What is AP*ES?
  • Pacing and where to get help
  • The AP* Test

MONDAY PM: 

  • History of the Environmental Movement
  • Content to cover and labs

TUESDAY AM:  Earth Systems, Global Change. and Resources

  • Content to cover and labs

TUESDAY PM:  Field Trip (to be decided)

WEDNESDAY AM:  Land, Water Use, Energy Resources and Consumption

  • Content to cover and labs

WEDNESDAY PM:  Guest Speaker (To be Announced)

THURSDAY AM:  Pollution

  • Content to cover and labs

THURSDAY PM:  Course Wrap Up, Evaluations