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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. Virtual 3D model — a three-dimensional representation of a feature that can be explored on a computer. Not all geology trips are this challenging.

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Wonderful Online Museums and Sites for Virtual Field Trips to Use in Class

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With a working Internet connection and a computer you will be able to take your kids and students on virtual tours exploring far-off places, learning about ancient monuments, visiting world museums and discovering other cultures and ways of living. The Astronomy and Geology galleries include meteorites, comets and geology."

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Modelling mines: how can a new 3D modelling platform make mining more sustainable and be part of the solution to climate change?

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These data are collected from surveys of the surface geology and drill holes, which allow geologists to build a picture of the subsurface rock. Geology, maths, physics, chemistry and biology are all sciences that will be leading this research. What is Loop? How does Loop work? Drill holes can extend deep into the rock.

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Hour of Code: Minecraft Review

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Their science teacher wanted them to use it and let her know what they learned about minerals and geology. It goes on to say: Kids can learn creative thinking, geometry, and even a little geology as they build imaginative block structures in this refreshingly open-ended mining and construction game. Hobbies: building.

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5 Crystal Identification Apps You Need To TryCome across a pretty rock and don’t know much about it? Use an app!

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You can browse through a massive collection of over 6,000 rocks and learn all you want to know about geology. Geology ToolKit : You can browse through a database of over 200 rocks to use as a guide. The app is easy-to-use and a good beginner app if you’re just getting into geology as a hobbyist or as an enthusiast.

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Materials & Supplies a STEM Classroom Should Include

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Coding Platforms: Coding platforms provide a gateway for students to learn programming languages and develop computational thinking. CAD (Computer-Aided Design) Software: CAD software is essential for engineering and design projects, enabling students to create detailed 2D and 3D models.

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Can modern technology uncover the secrets of evolution?

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Micro-computed tomography (μCT) — a 3D imaging technique that uses X-rays to see inside objects. After re-assembling the broken rocks containing Elgin Reptile specimens, he scans them using micro-computed tomography (μCT). “A Research project : Using micro-computed tomography to uncover the secrets of the Elgin Reptiles.