ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES

Semester course - 2 credits

Open to: 9- 12
Prerequisite: Two years of science or the approval of the instructor

This course offers students the opportunity to explore current environmental
problems. Activities include lectures, outside speakers, field trips, and student
presentations. Topics covered are in large part determined by current issues in
both local and regional newspapers. Most recently these topics have included
global warming, rainforest preservation, open space planning in Sudbury and local
protection of endangered species and habitats. Grades are a reflection of test
scores, quality of assigned papers and projects, participation in all class activities,
and class attendance.