Kinesthetic Modeling & Interpreting GPS Data Maps
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In this activity, learners explore ground deformation at and near plate boundaries using hand and body motions, data from GPS and maps. In the 5-minute activity, learners explore the concept of vectors by kinesthetically enacting ground movement using their body and hand movements. In the 20-minute activity, learners model GPS ground motion in different regions and connect deformation to earthquake hazards. In the 45-minute activity learners distinguish between different boundary types by measuring the vectors within tectonic plates and identify regions with higher earthquake hazards, comparing their findings to earthquake shaking potential maps.
Kinesthetic Modeling & Interpreting GPS Data Maps Novice Resource Files Activity - Kinesthetic Modeling & Interpreting GPS Data Maps Activity One pager - Kinesthetic Modeling & Interpreting GPS Data Maps Appendix C - Printable Vector Components for Kinesthetic Activity Appendix D - GPS Vector Maps Appendix E - Human-scale modeling of ground deformation with Generic GPS Station Signs Appendix F (PDF) GPS Station Information Placards for Kinesthetic Modeling Appendix F (Powerpoint) GPS Station Information Placards for Kinesthetic Modeling Appendix F Video Instructions for Making GPS Placards Appendix G – 20-Min and 45-min Activity Handouts Appendix H – 45-minute Activity Learner Outline Appendix I – Instructor Answer Keys for 20-Min Activity Summary Handout and 45-min Learner Outline Appendix J and K - Full GPS Vector Maps and Earthquake Shaking Potential Maps Download All 190MB Demonstrating Tectonic Motions in Earthquake Hazard Regions In this activity, learners explore ground deformation at and near plate boundaries using hand and body motions, data from GPS and maps. In the 5-minute activity, learners explore the concept of vectors by kinesthetically enacting ground movement using their body and hand movements. In the 20-minute activity, learners model GPS ground motion in different regions and connect deformation to earthquake hazards. In the 45-minute activity learners distinguish between different boundary types by measuring the vectors within tectonic plates and identify regions with higher earthquake hazards, comparing their findings to earthquake shaking potential maps. Objectives: Learners will be able to: Explain that velocity has two components, the speed and direction of ground movement. Illustrate or describe two types of tectonic plate boundary motion using velocity vectors. Identify regions more likely to have higher earthquake hazards using relevant GPS evidence.