For written communication, students will be able to describe geologic phenomena and/or environmental systems.
Students will be able to evaluate and interpret geologic and environmental problems, and communicate their analysis effectively to others.
research a current event in science, will write a brief (250-750 word) paper, in which they (1) give a brief summary of the research and findings, and (2) discuss the implications these findings will have for society, based on their reading, their own experiences