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Exploring Erosion, Deposition, and Their Impact on Earth's Surface
This activity leads students to a rich understanding of both the erosion and deposition processes and how they change the Earth’s surface. Students will: 1) relate erosion and deposition to how Earth is changed by the building up and tearing down of its surface, and 2) identify unique landforms that are created as a result of erosion and deposition.
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| Duration 90 Minutes |
Setting Classroom |
Grouping Whole Classroom and Groups of 3-4 Students |
PTI Inquiry 1.3, 3.1, 3.7, 4.2, 5.2, 5.8, 7.2, 7.5 |
| Lesson Components | Time | Inquiry Skills | Tech. Used | Engage Level | Brief Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engage | 5-10 min | 1.3, 3.7, 5.2, 6.1 | none | 3 | Students will tear up pieces of paper, then blow and record observations in science notebook. Observations will be revisited after lab. Alternative assignment is a scenario where students will discuss what they think caused the sand to be on the beach. |
| Explore | 40 min | 1.3, 5.8 , 3.1, 3.7 | none | 3 | Students will use sand or sediment mixed with rocks to investigate agents of erosion (ice, wind, water, and waves) and their impact on the land. |
| Explain | 15 min | 4.2, 5.8, 7.2 | none | 2 | Students will collect data and reflect on their experiences with erosion and deposition during their investigations. |
| Expand | 20 min | 7.2, 7.5 | Computers, Personal Electronic Devices | 3 | Students will research how erosion and deposition cause different landforms and agents that cause them to change. |
| Evaluate | 5 min | 7.2 | none (Computer optional) | 1 | Exit slip will check for student understanding. |
| Level of Student Engagement | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Low | Listen to lecture, observe the teacher, individual reading, teacher demonstration, teacher-centered instruction | ||
| 2 | Medium | Raise questions, lecture with discussion, record data, make predictions, technology interaction with assistance | ||
| 3 | High | Hands-on activity or inquiry; critique others, draw conclusions, make connections, problem-solve, student-centered | ||
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