Why this course works
A better fit for real student schedules.
This course is built for students who want flexibility without losing structure. Work at your own pace while staying organized, supported, and on track from start to finish. Blueprint Independent Study is here to help every step of the way making it simple to start strong, stay consistent, and successfully complete your course.
A great fit for
- Independent study
- Schedule flexibility
- Summer school
- Early graduation paths
What students get
- - Immediate access after enrollment
- - Self-paced coursework
- - Transferable high school credits
- - Transcript delivery to home school
Course description
What you'll learn
How much do we really know about our home, planet Earth? The Earth Science course will explore the dynamic systems of Earth and Space to help students understand how Earth’s systems have developed through time, how they are interrelated, and how humans impact them. In the first semester, students will investigate the universe and its stars, the planets of the Solar System, and the systems that make up Earth. Students will examine the role of water on our planet and sun-driven interactions affecting climate and weather. They will also model biogeochemical cycles and energy flow through Earth’s systems. Students will use critical thinking and problem-solving skills to learn through videos, readings, interactive activities, mini-projects, labs, and simulations based on real-world data. These course assignments are designed to explicitly engage students’ Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) Performance Expectations (PEs). Also, students will apply Science and Engineering Practices (SEPs) to construct an understanding of Disciplinary Core Ideas (DCIs) through the lens of Crosscutting Concepts (CCs) to explain a phenomenon. The discussion assignments focus on enabling students to use their science knowledge to make informed decisions about personal and societal issues. Students will be assessed through lesson quizzes and semester exams.
Flexible pacing
Start when ready
Purchase at any time and work through the course on your own schedule.
Built for transfer
Credits that move with you
Designed for students needing recovery, replacement, flexibility, or acceleration.
Simple process
From purchase to transcript
Finish the course, complete the exam, and we send the transcript to the home school.
Course outline
What you'll work through
Outline subject to change.
Resources
Module 1: The Nature of Science
Module 2: The Universe and Its Stars
Module 3: Earth's Place in the Universe
Module 4: Earth's Atmosphere
Module 5: Water on Earth
Module 6: Biogeology
Semester Exam
How it works
From enrollment to transcript in 5 steps.
Buy Earth Science A
Purchase the course whenever you're ready. No waiting for a term start date.
Start learning
Access the course right away and move at your own pace.
Study and complete coursework
Work through the material on your own time. If needed, extensions are available for an additional fee.
Schedule and take the exam
Exams are proctored and may be taken virtually or in person at an approved testing center. Retest and no-show fees may apply.
Transcript sent to home school
Once the course is passed, Blueprint sends the transcript to the student's home school.
Need more time?
Students have 56 days to complete this course. Extensions are available for an additional fee when needed.
Exam details
Final exams are proctored. Plan ahead and schedule at least 3 days before the end date to avoid additional fees.
