Curriculum Map content for this unit are: ScienceT09) describe and demonstrate the Theory of Plate Tectonics(T09) give examples of physical evidence that supports the Theory ofPlate Tectonics(T09) describe the movement of Earth’s crustal plates: convergent,divergent, transform (T09) describe how various geological events occur: earthquakes,volcanoes, and creates mountains and ocean basins(T09) compare and contrast slow and rapid changes to the Earth’ssurface(T03) investigate Plate Tectonics using models(T03) identify an instance from history of science in which scientificknowledge has changed when new evidence or new interpretations are

CCSS.Math.Content.7.G.B.6 Solve real-world and mathematical problems involving area, volume and surface area of two- and three-dimensional objects composed of triangles, quadrilaterals, polygons, cubes, and right prisms.

CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RST.6-8.2 Determine the central ideas or conclusions of a text; provide an accurate summary of the text distinct from prior knowledge or opinions.

CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RST.6-8.3 Follow precisely a multistep procedure when carrying out experiments, taking measurements, or performing technical tasks.

• Student Assignment (this link helps you set the background purpose for the module and can be printed)

• Data for students to use (this is real time data and can help the students collect evidence)

• Additional data websites:• seismic monitor • world map• convert to UTC time• earthquake research

Videos and research What is causing the

earthquakes? Where are earthquakes

occurring and if they are more likely to occur in certain locations?

Is there a way to determine what parts of the world are most prone to them?

Is a relationship between earthquakes and volcanoes?

You tube videos on Earthquakes:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sn4t13uxJFQ

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Y-62Ti5_6s

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V0WuSCaTYI0

Use the world map to plot data of Earthquakes and use the website links to complete.

Your research questions should be answered at the end of this.

activity for real time data collection The activity ask for students to work on this for 2

weeks. (Use at your discretion)

Using your completed map look for any patterns in where the Earthquakes have occurred.

Answer questions in worksheet with your team Share and discuss group answers to the following:

Is there a pattern with where Earthquakes are occurring and plate boundaries?

data analysis (for teacher use, link to discussion questions also in student worksheet).

TEAM CHALLENGE: 1. You will create a building that is sturdy

and can withstand a Earthquake of 5.0.2. The team will test box structure with

home made shake table. shake table directionsl

students make model Students will create a prototype to test

on the shake table. Students will make model given the

following supplies: spaghetti noodles Various recycled food boxes that students

bring in Adhesive materials (glue, tape, etc)

2. Rough Draft Design

3. List all of the materials and cost to build your rough draft design.

1. Identify design requirements and limitations

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