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I have developed lessons designed primarily for middle and high school students in science. These labs have been classroom tested for many years. Awards 2007-2005 Professional Learning Grant from the Waltham Chamber of Commerce 2001, and my name is on Mars 2001 Mars Rover for my contributions to NASA educational system.

I have developed lessons designed primarily for middle and high school students in science. These labs have been classroom tested for many years. Awards 2007-2005 Professional Learning Grant from the Waltham Chamber of Commerce 2001, and my name is on Mars 2001 Mars Rover for my contributions to NASA educational system.
Geology Volcano Fun Web Quest Middle School Science Plate Tectonics
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Geology Volcano Fun Web Quest Middle School Science Plate Tectonics

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STEM Geology Volcanoes Web Quest Winner of Tom Synder Productions Scholastic as Monthly WebQuest. Excellent as a Sub Plan or in the classroom!!! Product includes Award winning lesson plan Teacher Page 2 Guided readings Graphic Organizer Additional ideas to teach Objectives Explain why volcanoes usually form near plate boundaries Classify types of volcanoes Describe the relationship between hot spots in the crust and volcanic island changes This is a fun lesson for students to learn the dynamic nature of our earth. They will be amazed to discover how many active volcanoes are present in the world today This challenge will help students to discover the relationship between volcanic eruptions and tectonic plate boundaries. Each student will research their own volcano and prepare a report and PowerPoint presentation. Your students will discover that volcanic activity occurs as a result of the building up of enormous pressure at plate boundaries.
Geology Earth's Layers Unit Middle School Science
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Geology Earth's Layers Unit Middle School Science

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Description Are you are looking for a lesson plan to teach your students about Earth’s layers, this product provides a variety of activities in a fully editable Microsoft Word format. The lab aims to help students understand how Rock Density influences the Earth’s crust. With this material, students will explore the inner core, outer core, mantle, and crust. You can customize the document to meet your students’ individual needs. Furthermore, a hands-on lab is included to demonstrate the significance of density in forming the Earth’s crust. Objective Students will learn about the Earth’s composition and how they affect changes on Earth’s surface
Oceanography The Coriolis Effect 2 Activities and Readings
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Oceanography The Coriolis Effect 2 Activities and Readings

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https://youtube.com/shorts/R-qHtCnwne8?si=dGRpvkWu7-tzlUhp ln oceanography, we are most interested in how the Coriolis Effect moves winds and ocean currents on the rotating Earth. The first page is hints to make it easier for you to teach this lesson. A primary focus lies in understanding how the Coriolis Effect influences the movement of winds and ocean currents on the Earth’s rotating surface. I have used this lesson with my history department when they are teaching the Trade Winds and the Doldrums This educationavity serves as a valuable resource in my middle school science curriculum, particularly as an introductory exercise before delving into the Oceanography unit. It is essential for students to have a grasp of the following skills and concepts before engaging in this activity. The activity is strategically incorporated into the course structure, typically lasting between 10 to 15 minutes during the lecture segment to reinforce the principles associated with the Coriolis Effect. The primary objective of this activity is to demystify the Coriolis Effect, a complex concept for students. By visually representing the movement of objects across the northern and southern hemispheres, students can better comprehend this phenomenon. This Earth Science lesson on surface currents and the Coriolis Effect aims to enhance students’ understanding of surface currents, emphasizing aspects such as the benefits of currents, cold and warm currents, the Coriolis effect, and gyres