ES30-FO1
Examine the multi-disciplinary nature of earth science.

SI, DM

Indicators for this outcome
(a)

Construct a representation of the major fields of earth science and the major topics of study within each field. (S, STSE, A)

(b)

Differentiate between the characteristics of the four major Earth spheres (i.e., atmosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere and lithosphere). (K, STSE)

(c)

Discuss why earth scientists consider interactions between and within two or more of Earth's spheres when they study earth processes. (STSE)

(d)

Outline possible interactions between two or more of Earth's spheres within the context of a particular event and/or issue. (S)

(e)

Examine why earth scientists utilize a systems approach by considering boundaries, inputs, outputs and feedback loops when investigating an earth science issue. (STSE, S, A)

(f)

Provide examples of how earth scientists collect evidence using analytical, field, theoretical, experimental and/or modeling studies. (STSE)

(g)

Identify how earth scientists draw upon principles and processes from scientific fields such as biology, chemistry, computer science, geology, mathematics, and physics in order to address their questions. (STSE)

(h)

Identify issues and events in Saskatchewan that might be studied from an earth science perspective. (K, STSE)

(i)

Recognize how historical and contemporary observations, including those made by First Nations and Métis peoples, can contribute to a greater understanding of Earth's processes. (STSE, A)

(j)

Assess how earth science processes and principles are applicable to the study of other planets and celestial bodies. (STSE, S)

(k)

Identify the significance of contributions made by Canadians to the field of earth science. (K, STSE)

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Price : $256.95 USD
Record posted/updated: March 3, 2022
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Record posted/updated: January 4, 2019
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Price : $24.99 USD
Record posted/updated: March 2, 2022
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Media and Formats : Book
Price : $62.00
Record posted/updated: February 23, 2022
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Media and Formats : Book
Price : $35.19
Record posted/updated: February 23, 2022
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Record posted/updated: September 7, 2021
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Media and Formats : Book
Price : $80.00
Record posted/updated: October 30, 2019
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Media and Formats : Book
Price : $187.95
Record posted/updated: January 4, 2019
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Media and Formats : Book
Price : $119.95
Record posted/updated: January 4, 2019
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Media and Formats : Book
Price : $194.95 USD
Record posted/updated: March 3, 2022
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Media and Formats : Book
Price : $206.25
Record posted/updated: January 4, 2019
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Price : $206.65
Record posted/updated: March 7, 2022
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Media and Formats : Book
Price : $33.95
Record posted/updated: March 3, 2022