Plate Tectonics
Plate Tectonics
What has caused the Earth's surface to change over time?
Critical Thinking: Students analyze how different processes contribute to the Earth's constantly changing surface, understanding the complexity of these natural phenomena.
Adaptive Perseverance: Students research and discuss the slow, yet impactful, nature of geoscience processes, appreciating the patience required in scientific study.
Collaboration: Students work in groups to explore different aspects of Earth's changing surface, sharing insights and learning from each other's findings.
How do plate tectonics contribute to the changing landscapes?
In what ways do erosion and weathering alter the Earth's surface?
What role do volcanic eruptions play in shaping the Earth's topography?
Students will describe the processes of plate tectonics, erosion, weathering, and volcanic activity and their roles in changing Earth's surface.
Students will identify examples of each process and their impacts on specific regions or features on Earth.
Students will understand the dynamic nature of Earth's surface and its continuous shaping over time.
Skills Demonstrated:
Students will be able to:
Asking Questions
Developing and Using Models
Planning and Carrying Out Investigations
Analyzing and Interpreting Data
Using Mathematics and Computational Thinking
Constructing Explanations
Engaging in Argument from Evidence
Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information
MS-ESS2-2: Construct an explanation based on evidence for how geoscience processes have changed Earth's surface at varying time and spatial scales.
MS-ESS2-3: Analyze and interpret data on the distribution of fossils and rocks, continental shapes, and seafloor structures to provide evidence of past plate motions.
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