PLATE TECTONICSA VISION OF EARTH'S FUTURE GRADE 8 SCIENCE MRS. FLETCHER
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Introduction In 1912, Alfred Wegener set forth the theory of Continental Drift. This very notion forever changed the way scientists view the ever evolving face of planet Earth. These changes can be abrupt and dramatic or subtle and barely discernible. Regardless, the processes of change are part of a continuous and never ending metamorphosis of our world.
For this unit of study you will be working as an individual as well as
with a group. You will be given a grade for the individual assignments
and a group grade for the group projects. Make sure you follow ALL
instructions. Refer to the rubric for the project frequently. Ask questions
if you have any. Have fun and BE
CREATIVE!!
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The Task
This project will be divided into three(3) distinct sections.
Section
1
Section 2
Section
3
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For
this web project, you will be assigned to groups before you begin.
Your groups will consist of 2 people. Once placed in your groups, decide
who will be :
Once you have organized your group, you can start your project. Each person in the group will have two jobs. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS before beginning. Due dates for each activity and project will be posted in class. Check these dates frequently!!
SECTION 1
While
reading the information in the web sites listed, answer the questions on
the handout provided. Also, define the vocabulary words for Lesson 1 and
Content Center.
Content Center- The Earth's Layers Lesson
1- Earth's
Structure
Once you have completed your questions and vocabulary, your group will create a detailed and labeled poster depicting the Earth's structure. Make sure you give the poster a title. Make sure all group member names are on the back of your work. ** If you need a need a new copy of the vocabulary words or the questions click on the following links:
SECTION 2 Begin this section by reading the information for Lesson 2 and the Content Center. You will answer the questions for these readings and define the vocabulary words. Remember, all persons in your group must have her/his own complete set of questions and defined vocabulary. Begin by going to the following web sites: Content Center-Pangaea To The Present Lesson 2- A History Of Earth's Plates Once you have completed your questions and vocabulary begin reading about the man named Alfred Wegener. Complete the handout for this activity. Each person in the group must have his/her own completed handout. To read about Alfred Wegener go to the following web site:
People & Discoveries-Alfred Wegener
Obtain
a worksheet from the classroom. Follow the instructions for writing your
letter to the Royal Geological Society. This will be your rough draft.
Each person in the group must write their own letter. This letter will
count as a quiz grade. Be sure to peer edit your work checking for spelling
and grammar errors.
** If you need a new copy of the Vocabulary Words, Questions or Alfred Wegener worksheet, click on the links below to make new copies.
SECTION
3
Content Center- Mountain Building Lesson 3- How Plates Move Once you have competed your worksheets, your group will create its final project. Your job is to accurately predict the position of the continents 150 million years into the future. You will need to research the direction of plate movement and the rate of speed each plate is moving. Create a poster depicting your prediction. as a group, you will present your ideas to the rest of your class. In your presentation you will need to be very clear in your reasons for placing your continents in their predicted positions. ** If you need a new copy of the section 3 vocabulary words or questions, click on the links below to obtain a new page.
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ON THE EARTH
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PLATE TECTONICS THE CAUSE OF EARTHQUAKES
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Credits & References VOLCANO WORLD MEDIA BUILDER'S- ANIMATION FACTORY
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