The following resource is a 4-part lesson about plate tectonics in the context of the Australian – Antarctic break up. The lessons feature voyage research conducted by geoscientists onboard RV Investigator.
Author |
Emily Fewster, Sydney Distance Education High School, New South Wales |
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Nature of the inquiry problem |
The theory of plate tectonics explains global patterns of geological activity and continental movement. |
Suitable year levels and subject areas |
Stage 5 Science NSW Syllabus |
Curriculum links |
A student:
Additional content covered:
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Learning Objectives |
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Student Learning Outcomes* |
At the end of the 4 lessons students will have an appreciation of:
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Format |
Work booklet, research (collaborative and individual tasks) |
Assessment outcomes |
Informal, formative assessmet is built into the lessons. |
Information and communications technology (ICT) |
Embedded videos and web links |
Acknowledgment
© Catch My Drift (created by Emily Fewster) (2019) Copyright owned by Department for Education, New South Wales. Except as otherwise noted, this work is licenced under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International Licence. To view a copy of this licence, visit http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/