Information-Rich Problem Solving Activities Using Integrated Technology
Developed by the Network Montana Project at Montana State University
Information-Rich Problem Solving Activities Using Integrated Technology
Developed by the Network Montana Project at Montana State University
In these interactive hands-on/minds-on activities, students working in collaborative groups work as a team of scientists to analyize current seismic and volcanic data to recognize patterns and to predict geoscience phenomena. Using Internet-resources, computer technology, and image analysis techniques, students view earthquake damage, locate volcanoes, analyze seismograms, measure mantle plume migrations, and determine caldera diameters. Using a variety of avenues to success, all students demonstrate their knowledge by systematically recording current data, sharing information electronically with peers, and conducting long-term investigations involving plate tectonics.
Students determine world-wide patterns in earthquake activity.
Students monitor current earthquake activity in the US.
Students create seismographs and seismograms to measure the magnitude of earthquakes.
Student analyize seismograms to determine epicenter locations.
Students analzye sea-floor and bathymetric maps to determine mantle plume and sea-floor spreading rates.
Students measure caldera diameters, perimeters, and areas using image analysis techniques.