How Does Weather Change the Earth?
Task I:
Read or Listen:
You are a scientist that is searching the web for proof that weather changes the Earth. You do a Twitter search using the search term "erosion" and "weathering". The results appear below. Which image or resource would you use to show that weather changes the Earth? Or, what image do you find most interesting and why? There is no one right answer. Use what you have learned to defend your decision.
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Task 2:
This is a timelapse of Jekyll Island over the past 30 years. What do you notice? Pay attention to the bottom of the island. Push the ‘play’ button to see the timelapse in action.
We will Skype with a local scientist. Look around your community for how weather changes the land: sand dunes, beaches, river banks, and your yard. Think of a question to ask the expert.
Task 3:
Photo: Cecily Healy
Create a presentation of what you have learned:
Think of our guiding question: How does weather change the Earth?
Respond to this question showing evidence of what you learned. You may use any tool. See the teacher or librarian if you have another idea or would like to use another tool:
Respond to this question showing evidence of what you learned. You may use any tool. See the teacher or librarian if you have another idea or would like to use another tool:
Self Assessment Rubric:
My Question
Acceptable: I asked a question related to my interests
Needs Improvement: I did not ask a question
My Presentation
Acceptable: My presentation shows at least three things I learned
Needs Improvement: My presentation shows two or less things I learned
My Question
Acceptable: I asked a question related to my interests
Needs Improvement: I did not ask a question
My Presentation
Acceptable: My presentation shows at least three things I learned
Needs Improvement: My presentation shows two or less things I learned