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Direct linkBodzin, Alec M.; Fu, Qiong; Bressler, Denise; Vallera, Farah L. – Computers in the Schools, 2015
Geospatially enabled learning technologies may enhance Earth science learning by placing emphasis on geographic space, visualization, scale, representation, and geospatial thinking and reasoning (GTR) skills. This study examined if and how a series of Web geographic information system investigations that the researchers developed improved urban…
Descriptors: Geographic Information Systems, Middle School Students, Spatial Ability, Logical Thinking
Peer reviewedBorrello, Murray C. – Science Teacher, 1994
Provides easy to teach and understand laboratory exercises for three fundamental concepts (plate movement, rock mechanics, and geologic time) that are often left out of the geology and Earth science curriculum. (ZWH)
Descriptors: Earth Science, Geology, High Schools, Learning Activities
Peer reviewedBoone, William John – Science Scope, 1993
Describes three activities to help students understand plate tectonics. (PR)
Descriptors: Earth Science, Junior High Schools, Learning Activities, Plate Tectonics
Download full textNational Science Teachers Association, Arlington, VA. – 2000
This teacher guide features five hands-on science units designed for elementary school students using an interdisciplinary approach. The first four units are presented at three different grade levels: K-2, 3-4, and 5-6. Units include: (1) "Defining an Earthquake"; (2) "Why and Where Earthquakes Occur"; (3) "Physical Results of Earthquakes"; (4)…
Descriptors: Earthquakes, Elementary Education, Hands on Science, Integrated Curriculum
PDF pending restorationRubin, Penni; Robbins, Eleanora I. – 1992
This profusely illustrated activity book helps students understand systems and cycles, how years change the look of the Earth, and how students can protect resources. The sections (and activities) in this book are: (1) The Earth (Introduction--View, Soil & Dirt); (2) Forces (Plate Tectonics, Earthquakes, Mountain Building, Erosion, Volcanoes,…
Descriptors: Cartography, Conservation (Environment), Dinosaurs, Earth Science
