GEE 4 - Environmental Science Course Outline PDF

COURSE OUTLINE **[GEE 4-ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE]** **Vision** WPU: the leading university for holistic human development in Western Philippines and beyond. **Mission** WPU commits to undertake quality instruction, research, and extension services. **Goals of the College.** The College of Educati...

COURSE OUTLINE **[GEE 4-ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE]** **Vision** WPU: the leading university for holistic human development in Western Philippines and beyond. **Mission** WPU commits to undertake quality instruction, research, and extension services. **Goals of the College.** The College of Education aims: 1. To produce highly competent teachers and administrators to lead the education sectors of Palawan and beyond, and 2. To generate and disseminate educational innovations for an effective delivery of quality education. **Objectives of the Program.** The Bachelor of Elementary Education (BEED) Program aims to produce graduates who: 1. Manifest technical and professional competence in teaching in the elementary grades; 2. Conduct research and deliver relevant extension activities. 3. Demonstrate professionalism, and personal integrity and possess desirable values and attitudes. 4. Communicate effectively and exercise higher-order thinking skills, and 5. Exhibit concern for the environment, and appreciation of culture and aesthetics. **Program Outcomes.** The Bachelor of Elementary Education aims to produce graduates who: 1. Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the diversity of learners in various learning areas 2. Manifest meaningful and comprehensive pedagogical content knowledge (PCK) of the different subject areas 3. Utilize appropriate assessment and evaluation tools to measure learning outcomes 4. Manifest skills in communication, higher-order thinking and use of tools and technology to accelerate learning and teaching 5. Demonstrate a positive attributes of a model teacher, both as an individual and as a professional 6. Manifest a desire to continuously pursue personal and professional development A. **Course Information** Course Code: GEE 4 -- 3 units -- 3 hours lecture -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Course Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE Course Description: Environmental Science is a general education subject intended for first-year students taking up Bachelor of Secondary Education. The course takes a multidisciplinary approach by drawing on a wide variety of science disciplines to understand how these cyclic processes work and to demonstrate the relevance of its knowledge in daily life. It, likewise, encourages students to be curious about the world around them and apply scientific principles to develop an understanding of their earth and environment. Knowledge of the course is critical for finding solutions to environmental challenges and making informed decisions about managing the earth and environment in a sustainable and responsible way. B. **Learning Outcomes** At the end of the semester, the students must have: 1. To define general concepts and principles pertaining to complex patterns of interaction between the physical environment and biological communities on earth. 2. Emphasis is also given on the current environmental issues and concerns as well as disaster risk management techniques. 3. Discuss and promote advocacies about environment issues and its relevance to sustainable development goals. 4. Appreciate and value environmental science in daily activities. C. **Topics:** **Unit 1. Introduction: Environmental Science** 1.2 What is Environmental Science? 2.1 Seven Principles of Environmental Science **Unit 2: Basic Ecological Concepts** 2.1. Levels of organization 2.2 Population 2.3 Community 2.4 Laws of Energy 2.5 Laws of Thermodynamics 2.6 Limiting Factors and the Law of Tolerance 2.7 Species Interaction **Unit 3. Bioenergetics** 1. Food Chain and Food web 2. Krebs Cycle 3. Glycolysis 4. Oxidative Phosphorylation **Unit 4. Biogeochemical Cycles** 1. Water Cycle 2. Carbon Cycle 3. Nitrogen Cycle 4. Phosphorus Cycle 5. Sulfur Cycle **Chapter 5: Major Types of Ecosystems** 5.1 Terrestrial Ecosystem 5.2 Fresh Water Ecosystem 5.3 Marine Ecosystem **Chapter 6: Environmental Crises** 6.1 Anthropogenic Impact 6.2 Problem of Waste (Generation, Management and Disposal) 6.3 Pollution 6.4 Global Climate Change and Related Phenomena 6.5 Ecosystem Degradation 6.6 Biodiversity Loss **Chapter 7: Environmental Management** 7.1 Strategies of Governments to Manage the Environmental Issues 7.2 Corporate Management Strategies 7.3 Philippine Environmental Laws **Chapter 8: Ethics and Education** 1. Ethics in Environmental Science 2. Environmental Science Education **G. Grading System** Lecture (70%) Written Works 20% **F. Course Requirements** 1. Research paper out of class project 2. Poster (research advocacy) 3. Critical Analysis Write-up 4. Reflection and Activity Output 5. Class Project (Environmental Advocacy) 6. Written Examinations **G. Course Policies** 1. The following policies will be observed and implemented inside the classroom by the Professor and Students. 2. Student must wear complete University uniform except on Wednesday which is a free day but he/she must wear ID or else he/she will be marked absent. 3. In three (3) consecutive absences, the student must present an excuse letter stating the reason/s of the absence signed by the parent or guardian with the contact number, the guidance counselor, and the class adviser before admitting to class. In cases of health reasons, the student shall present a Medical certificate signed by the government physician. 4. Assignments are equivalent to quizzes 5. Each student must have their own assignment and quiz notebook to monitor their performance 6. Late beyond 30 minutes is considered absent. **H. Consultation Hours** TTH 7:30-9:00AM Prepared by: Josephine M. Salmo Mailyn B. Recla Faculty, BSED Dept, CED Faculty, BSED Dept, CED Noted: Dr. Carolyn M. Illescas Chair, BEED Program Approved: Dr. Arlyn B. Celestial Dean, CED