The Changing Earth, Grade 8 - Stem Road Map for Middle School

"The idea that Earth is shaped by dynamic and ongoing geologic processes is a powerful one for a scientifically literate society to understand. This module focuses on helping students understand more about this idea: Knowing that flooding, earthquakes, and volcanoes can alter the landscape in a short amount of time will help students recognize the inherent risks of living in specific locations around the globe. Understanding the impact that the geology of an area plays on the establishment of a community will help students better appreciate the challenges communities face and the diversity in culture that arises as a result of the geology. And recognizing that some short-term events (e.g., earthquakes and volcanoes) have underlying causes that are modifying Earth on a much longer time scale is critical for students to better understand our place on this planet"--

About the author

Dr. Carla C. Johnson is the associate dean for research, engagement, and global partnerships and a professor of science education at Purdue University's College of Education in West Lafayette, Indiana. Dr. Johnson serves as the director of research and evaluation for the Department of Defense-funded Army Educational Outreach Program (AEOP), a global portfolio of STEM education programs, competitions, and apprenticeships. She has been a leader in STEM education for the past decade, serving as the director of STEM Centers, editor of the School Science and Mathematics journal, and lead researcher,

Summary

Outlines a journey that will steer your students toward authentic problem solving while grounding them in integrated STEM disciplines. Like the other volumes in the STEM Road Map Curriculum Series, this book is designed to meet the growing need to infuse real-world learning into K–12 classrooms.

Product details

• Authors: Carla Johnson, Carla C Johnson, Erin Peters-Burton, Janet B Walton
• Assisted by: Carla C. Johnson (Editor), Erin Peters-Burton (Editor), Janet B. Walton (Editor)
• Publisher: Nsta - National Science Teaching Association
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.12.2020
• EAN: 9781681404684
• ISBN: 978-1-68140-468-4
• No. of pages: 260
• Dimensions: 211 mm x 274 mm x 18 mm
• Weight: 930 g
• Series: The STEM Road Map Curriculum; STEM Road Map for Middle School; Stem Road Map for Middle Schoo
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Geosciences > Geology; Non-fiction book > Nature, technology > Nature and society: general, reference works