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A rocky revolution: Can virtual 3D models transform the teaching of geology?

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A rocky revolution: Can virtual 3D models transform the teaching of geology? Published: Fieldwork has long been a mainstay of geology education, but it is not everyone’s cup of tea. Not all geology trips are this challenging. TALK LIKE A GEOLOGIST. Contour — a line on a map joining points of equal elevation. not in a classroom).

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How does the Southern Ocean help protect our planet?

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Associate Professor Julie Trotter and Professor Malcolm McCulloch from The University of Western Australia , and Dr Paolo Montagna from the Institute of Polar Sciences in Bologna, Italy, are working to understand the complex interactions between the Southern Ocean and global climate.

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How Minecraft Teaches Reading, Writing and Problem Solving

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This might include geology, geography, chemistry, or another topic. I have online efriends whose students use Minecraft to build molecules for a chemistry class, designs for 3D printing, and bridges for an 8th grade science project. I want to see their creativity, critical thinking, and problem solving in action.

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Ward’s Science–So Many STEM Resources

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Even after 144 years, Ward’s Science continues to be a leading provider of a full range of science products, kits, and resources for AP Science, Biology, Chemistry, Digital Science, Earth Science, Physics, and more for elementary-age students through High School (and beyond)–including Makerspace environments.

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Deducing how Antarctica will respond to climate change

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Dr Denise Kulhanek , at the Christian-Albrechts-University of Kiel in Germany, Dr Brian Romans , at Virginia Tech in the US, and Dr Molly Patterson , from Binghamton University in the US, are collaborating to make these predictions by delving deep into Antarctica’s geological past.

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Winds of change: using dust in Antarctic ice to understand past climates

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Bess is an Assistant Professor of Geology at Colby College, Waterville, Maine, in the US. DR BESS KOFFMAN Assistant Professor of Geology Colby College, Waterville, Maine, USA. Paleoclimate Science, Geology. ABOUT GEOLOGY. This in turn helps us better understand how wind patterns may change in the future.”.

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Classroom resources for the new school year

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Students can discover how Professor Anotida Madzvamuse applies maths to address real-world challenges. Professor Dan Romik is uncovering the mathematical surprises hidden in this brain teaser. Poetry – Professor Will May helped establish the Poetry Ambassadors scheme, allowing aspiring young poets to be mentored by experienced poets.