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DECEMBER 8, 2022

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. And taking students to unfamiliar outdoor settings is not always a productive way of teaching.

Geology 76

Geology Teaching Geography Physics 76

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JANUARY 28, 2022

I want to see their creativity, critical thinking, and problem solving in action. This might include geology, geography, chemistry, or another topic. This is great motivation for critical thinking and problem solving. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

Problem Solving 390

Problem Solving Teaching Critical Thinking Chemistry 390

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NOVEMBER 18, 2015

Topic: Problem-solving, critical thinking, building. Their science teacher wanted them to use it and let her know what they learned about minerals and geology. Where was the critical thinking and building? Science: geology, rocks and minerals. How Minecraft Teaches Reading, Writing and Problem Solving.

Geology 201

Geology Problem Solving Critical Thinking Creativity 201

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JANUARY 16, 2017

But watch how quickly the fourteen resources below morph geography from dusty to dynamic: 2-minute Geology. 2-minute Geology is a collection of two-minute videos that address the geology of locations around the world. Geography Games is a wonderful collection of varied games that teach about world geography. Statetris.

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Geography Geology Critical Thinking Research 162

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MAY 10, 2023

Practical activities to help geoscience students develop the skills they need to succeed Published: Traditional teaching methods that focus on the memorization and regurgitation of facts rarely lead to genuine learning. Traditional teaching methods that focus on the memorisation and regurgitation of facts have bored students for centuries.

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Geology Critical Thinking Research Research 52

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NOVEMBER 7, 2019

One of the most difficult skills to teach in school is problem solving. ” My answer: “By thinking,” which oddly confuses them. We talk about what that means–problem solving, critical analysis, logical thinking–but often, that sounds hard to them–too hard. How do you use it.

Science 210

Science Sciences STEM Robotics 210

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JULY 13, 2023

For thousands of years, the Dunne-Za have used stories like this to teach their children. What are the problems with current geoscience teaching and research methods? Indigenous people are underrepresented in geoscience departments at all levels, from students to professors to administrators.

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Education Education Research Research 98