Modeling Earth Science
How do we learn about Earth's interior? By using a model of a volcano, we can observe the movement of magma as it exits the Earth's interior and pours out across the surface. Incorporating a model into the lesson allows for the students to create a replica of a land form that is created by forces and magma found deep within the Earth.
As students erupt their volcanoes, they observe the movement of lava as it spews from the volcano. The lava changes the surface of the Earth and the lives of anyone living in a volcanic region.
Models allow students to observe occurrences and formations. Students have the opportunity to manipulate models to answers questions and explore curiosities.
Ginger,
ReplyDeleteThat is a very realistic model!! Do the students make the models themselves? What do they use? I have not required my students to actually build a volcano model, but would like to do so in the future. I was wondering how students could model the magma chamber that is located underneath the surface. That maybe a challenge that my more advanced students could tackle.
Denise Cheek