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- Level Foundation
- المدة 8 ساعات hours
- الطبع بواسطة American Museum of Natural History
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The AMNH course The Dynamic Earth: A Course for Educators provides students with an overview of the origin and evolution of the Earth. Informed by the recently released Next Generation Science Standards, this course examines geological time scales, radiometric dating, and how scientists “read the rocks.” We will explore dramatic changes in the Earth over the last 4 billion years, including how the evolution of life on Earth has affected its atmosphere. In addition to looking at geology on a global scale, participants will take to their own backyards to explore and share their local geologic history. Course participants will bring their understanding of the dynamic Earth - along with content resources, discussion questions, and assignments - into their own teaching.الوحدات
Overview
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- Course Overview
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- Syllabus
- Resources
Introduction
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- Introduction to the Course
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- About This Course
Reading Rocks
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- How Zircons Have Revolutionized Understanding of Early Earth
- The Rate of Decay
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- Using Radiometric Dating to Determine the Age of Rocks and Mineral
- "Reading" a Rock to Get Its Age
Quiz
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- Module One Quiz
Evolution of the Atmosphere
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- Evolution of Early Earth's Atmosphere
- Banded Iron Formation
- Stromatolites
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- Early Life
- Origin of Earth's Atmosphere
Teaching with the Next Generation Science Standards
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- Teaching with the Next Generation Science Standards: Part 1
- Teaching with the Next Generation Science Standards: Part 2
Quiz
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- Module Two Quiz
Peer Reviewed Assignment
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PeerReview
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- Peer Review: Analyze a Local Geologic Feature
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- Local Geology Assignment: Part 1
- Local Geology Assignment: Part 2
Plate Tectonics: Mountain Building
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- The Structure of Mountain Belts: The Swiss Alps
- Ductility of Rocks
- Marble Deformation
- Scientists at Work: Mountain Building
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- How Rocks Flow
- Mantle Convection and Plate Tectonics
Educator Video
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- Addressing Student Misconceptions When Teaching Plate Tectonics
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- Module Three Quiz
Plate Tectonics: Earthquakes
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- Earthquake Risk
Earthquake Risk in Bangladesh: Teaching Case
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- Learning & Teaching with the Teaching Case
- Part One: Background
- Part Two: Data Collection
- Part Three: Results
- Part Four: Beyond Tectonics
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- Earthquake Risk in Bangladesh
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- Module Four Quiz
Course Conclusion
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- Closing Thoughts
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- Resources
- Opportunities for Educators
- Support AMNH
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Explore the origins and evolution of our planet with "The Dynamic Earth: A Course for Educators" offered by Coursera. This foundational course, led by the American Museum of Natural History, delves into geological time scales, radiometric dating, and Earth's dramatic changes over 4 billion years. Tailored for educators, it aligns with Next Generation Science Standards and includes practical activities to uncover local geologic history. The comprehensive 480-hour content can be accessed through Starter or Professional subscriptions.
Edmond Mathez, Ph.D.
Ro Kinzler, Ph.D.