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A rocky revolution: Can virtual 3D models transform the teaching of geology?

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A rocky revolution: Can virtual 3D models transform the teaching of geology? Published: Fieldwork has long been a mainstay of geology education, but it is not everyone’s cup of tea. Not all geology trips are this challenging. TALK LIKE A GEOLOGIST. Contour — a line on a map joining points of equal elevation. not in a classroom).

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Top 5 Science Kits for Budding Scientists

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This kit includes over 15 experiments, covering topics such as chemistry, biology, and geology. It includes 24 experiments that cover a wide range of scientific concepts, including physics, chemistry, and biology. It’s a great way to introduce children to the world of geology and spark their interest in earth sciences.

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How does the Southern Ocean help protect our planet?

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Changes in ocean dynamics have direct implications for carbon uptake and storage, which in turn influences the chemistry and productivity of ocean waters and, consequently, the entire climate system. Chemistry, biology, physics, geology and statistics could all prove very useful.

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HEALTHY AND CLEAN SEAS WITHOUT PLASTICS

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– Physics teacher, IB Diploma physics teacher, Alytus Jotvingiai gymnasium, Lithuania PROJECT TEAM: ANTONIETTA AMORE -Mathematics and Physics teacher, Liceo linguistico “Ilaria Alpi”- Cesena, Italy EFTYCHIA KONSTANTINIDOU-Geology, Chemistry, Biology teacher, gymnasium of Anthousa, Greece LINA PETRAŠKIEN?

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How Minecraft Teaches Reading, Writing and Problem Solving

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This might include geology, geography, chemistry, or another topic. I have online efriends whose students use Minecraft to build molecules for a chemistry class, designs for 3D printing, and bridges for an 8th grade science project. I want to see their creativity, critical thinking, and problem solving in action.

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Understanding eruptions: how can we determine which volcanoes pose the greatest threat?

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FIELDS OF RESEARCH: Geology, Geochronology. ABOUT GEOLOGY. Geology is the study of the physical structures and substances that make up the Earth, as well as the processes which have shaped these. As it encapsulates such a range of topics, geology is often sectioned into smaller, more specified disciplines. ABOUT GEOLOGY.

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Ward’s Science–So Many STEM Resources

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Even after 144 years, Ward’s Science continues to be a leading provider of a full range of science products, kits, and resources for AP Science, Biology, Chemistry, Digital Science, Earth Science, Physics, and more for elementary-age students through High School (and beyond)–including Makerspace environments.

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