Republic of the Philippines
BOHOL ISLAND STATE UNIVERSITY
COURSE CODE Sci 1
COURSE NAME Earth Science
VISION: A premier Science and Technology university for the formation of a world class and virtuous human resource for sustainable development in Bohol and the country.
BISU is committed to provide quality higher education in the arts and sciences, as well as in the professional and technological fields; undertake research and development, and
MISSION:
extension services for sustainable development of Bohol and the country.
1. Pursue faculty and education excellence and strengthen the current viable curricular programs and develop curricular programs that are responsive to the demands of the
times both in the industry and the environment.
2. Promote quality research outputs that respond to the needs of the local and national communities.
GOALS: 3. Develop communities through responsive extension programs.
4. Adopt efficient and profitable income generating projects/enterprise for self-sustainability.
5. Provide adequate, state-of-the-art and accessible infrastructure support facilities for quality equation.
6. Promote efficient and effective good governance supportive of high quality education.
1. Search for Excellence
2. Responsiveness to Challenges
CORE VALUES: 3. Student Access
4. Public Engagement
5. Good Governance
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES:
BSEd 1. promote higher literacy, critical thinking, upgraded competencies and skills on basic education through innovative trainings;
2. develop students’ research capabilities through relevant researches;
3. establish a research-based extension program to promote economic, social and cultural development;
4. provide the necessary facilities and effective services;
5. produce academically, emotionally, socially, morally equipped and humane educators in a progressive and student-friendly learning environment.
COURSE SYLLABUS
Course Component Major Course
Course Code Sci 1
Course Name Earth Science
Pre-requisite None
Course Credits 3 units
Contact Hours/week 3 hours
Course & Year BSEd-Science 2
This 3-unit course deals with the fundamental and historical geology; Geologic processes such as rock formation, minerals and soil,
Course Description weathering, erosion and mass movement, seismology, volcanism and plate tectonics will be emphasized. Issues concerning the
importance, exploration, utilization, and conservation of mineral resources will also be dealt with.
Program Outcomes for BSED-Science 2 Performance Indicators
a. Demonstrate deep understanding of Display basic and comprehensive understanding of knowledge, principles of the subject matter in the sciences
scientific concepts and principles.
b. Apply scientific inquiry in teaching and Apply the scientific principles in solving current problems.
learning. Uses scientific inquiry in understanding and explaining natural phenomena.
c. Utilize effective science teaching and Design and utilizes appropriate instructional materials in science.
assessment methods. Employ effective teaching techniques for diverse types of learners in varied learning conditions.
Design and utilizes a variety of appropriate assessment techniques to monitor and evaluate learning.
Provide regular feedback to students.
d. Manifest meaningful and comprehensive Utilize appropriate pedagogy and use of technology for the different science content areas.
pedagogical content knowledge (PCK) of the Demonstrate skills in various methods of teaching-learning in the sciences to include conducting science investigations, making models
sciences. and prototype, and doing science research.
Create and utilize learning experiences in the classrooms to develop learner’s skills in discovery learning, problem learning and critical
thinking.
COURSE OBJECTIVES IN RELATION TO PROGRAM OUTCOMES
Course Objectives Program Outcomes
At the end of the course, the students must have: A B C D
1. Gained knowledge and understanding of the fundamental concepts and principles of earth I P P P
sciences.
2. Identified the different processes involved in the changes and formation of terrestrial P P D D
landscape.
3. Discussed the significant concepts in understanding different geological process above and P D D D
below the earth’s crust.
4. Applied the knowledge, skills, and attitudes developed in the course in coping with different D D D D
situations in life particularly as students and generally as members of the society.
5. Valued the importance of earth science ideas in our daily living. D D D D
Legend: I – Introduced Concepts/ Principle
P – Practiced with Supervision
D - Demonstrated across different clinical setting with minimal supervision
Subject Code : Sci 1 Course Credits (Units) : Total: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab.: 0
Course Name : EARTH SCIENCE Contact Hours/week : Total: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab.: 0
Prerequisite : None Course & Year : BSEd Science 2
Component : Major Course Academic Year : 2020-2021
Class Schedule : MWF (1:00 PM -2:00 PM)
LEARNING PLAN LEARNING LOG
Time Frame Teaching and Remarks Monitored
(Term/Week Learning Assessment Task Resource (accomplished/ by
Desired Learning Outcomes (DLO) Course Content/Subject matter
/ Activities (ATs) Materials not
hrs) (TLAs) accomplished)
At the end of the semester, Orientation (Course Syllabus, VMGO, 1 hr
students are able to: Classroom Policies) Levelling Off
Prelim
Distinguished the earth’s I: The Earth Systems 10 hrs Computer- Assignment Earth Science
four spheres and their Assisted Book
relationships The Earth’s Four Spheres Instruction Accomplished Data (Thmompson &
Conceptualized how Earth Systems Sheet Turk, 2012)
humans affect earth Time and rates of Change in Earth
systems Science
Humans and Earth Systems
Describe minerals, its 8 hrs Lecture/ Seat work Laptop
chemical composition and II. Earth’s Minerals and Time Discussion LCD Projector
physical properties Activity Quizzes
Minerals
Explain the rock cycle and Rocks
other process of rock Geologic Time
formation Geologic Resources
human intellect
Understand a deeper 9 hrs Computer- Worksheets
Midterm Assisted Activities Book by Ditan,
analysis earth’s internal III. Internal Processes
process Instruction Chapter Exam Carolina (2012)
The Active Earth: Plate Tectonics
Widen knowledge on Earthquakes and the Earth’s
earthquakes & volcanism Structure
Volcanoes and Plutons
Mountains 12 hrs Summative Test Books
Explain different Discussion Seat Work Laptop
processes on earth’s Oral Recitation Projector
surface IV. Surface Processes
Apply the knowledge on Weathering, Soil and Erosion
the importance of water Freshwater: Streams, Lakes, Ground
resources in different Water, and Wetlands
forms Water Resources
Glaciers and Ice Ages
Deserts and Wind 4 hrs Essay Writing LCD Projector
Computer- Short Quiz Laptop
Assisted Internet
Semi-Final Instruction
Understand ocean’s layers V. The Hydrosphere: Oceans
and framework Ocean Basins
Oceans and Coastlines
10 hrs Concept Mapping Posters
Lecture Summative Exam Books
Finals Discussion Internet
Trace different particles VI. The Atmosphere: Evolution and
and processes in the Composition
atmosphere The Atmosphere
Make ways in resolving Energy Balance in the Atmosphere
the changes in climate Moisture, Clouds and Weather
Climate
Climate Change
Suggested Readings,
References and
Learning Resources
Other References
Course requirements Midterm Major examinations, Individual/Group Outcomes-based projects, collaborative
s activities/tasks, quizzes, outdoor experiences, individual oral report,
Finals: major exams, individual portfolio, constructed assessment tools,quizzes, individual oral and written report, performance-based activities/demonstration
Grading system 1. 60% passing mark/transmutation of raw scores or cumulative related scores
2. Major Written Examinations 30 %
Major Outcome-Based Projects (product or performance) 30 %
Class Standing – quizzes, class participation/ assignments/other outputs/performances) 40 %
100 %
Classroom Policies 1. Implementaion of classroom policies stated in the student handbook
2. 60% passing percentage in written and performanced-based assessment
3. Attendance and Active Participation in Professional and Experiential Sharing
