How do interactions between Earth's surface and internal processes shape our planet's complex system over time?
Critical Thinking: Encourage students to explore complex interactions within Earth's systems.
Global Citizenship: Discuss the global impact of geological changes and their implications for human societies.
Learner’s Mindset: Foster curiosity about Earth's dynamic nature and ongoing changes.
How can one change on Earth's surface trigger a cascade of effects in other Earth systems?
In what ways does thermal convection cycle matter within the Earth, and what evidence supports this model?
How do the movements of continental and oceanic crust inform our understanding of the age and formation of crustal rocks?
Acquiring Information - Using a variety of pieces of lab equipment to receive the most accurate readings. Developing good techniques to become precise when using lab equipment.
Analyzing Information - Analysis of measurements that devices give, then determining if that device is accurate enough for the given task. Analysis of a situation and providing the safest environment for themselves and others within the lab.
Connecting Information - Discovering similarities and differences between the types of equipment and the results they provide.
HS-ESS2-1: Develop a model to illustrate how Earth's internal and surface processes operate at different spatial and temporal scales to form continental and oceanic crust.
HS-ESS2-3: Develop a model based on evidence of Earth’s interior to describe the cycling of matter by thermal convection.
HS-ESS3-1: Construct an explanation based on evidence for how the availability of natural resources, occurrence of natural hazards, and changes in climate have influenced human activity.
[Our Hidden Google Drive Resource link]