Quantitative Classroom Exercises
Summary
The four exercises give students an opportunity to use their knowledge of graphs, algebra, and maps to solve simple geological problems.
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Learning Goals
The goals are to promote reinforcement of algebra, graphing, and mapping skills while engaged in solving traditional earth science problems. The exercises require higher-order thinking skills, such as quantitative analysis and multi-step problem solving.
Context for Use
These exercises can be used as class worksheets or homework. Depending on the ability and understanding of the students, each can take 10-30 minutes. They are suitable for junior or senior high school earth science or college freshman geology.
Description and Teaching Materials
Each document is a separate class exercise. The titles are descriptive of the content.
Radiometric Dating Exercise (Microsoft Word 166kB Jun26 06)
Stream Flooding Exercise (Microsoft Word 35kB Jun26 06)
Water Contamination Exercise (Microsoft Word 372kB Jun26 06)
Soil Erosion Exercise (Microsoft Word 36kB Jun26 06)
Teaching Notes and Tips
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