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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. Geological features — physical features of the Earth (e.g., Geological features — physical features of the Earth (e.g., not in a classroom).

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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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All these metals are used in the manufacturing of batteries for EVs – for example, copper is essential to conduct the electric power to electric engines. Loop enables mine engineers and geologists to model and map the characteristics of an orebody accurately. How does Loop work? Drill holes can extend deep into the rock.

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Ward’s Science–So Many STEM Resources

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Basically, it’s because there aren’t enough education opportunities that require that sort of skill and those there are, usually rhyme with ‘math’ or ‘science’ which to many kids are “just too complicated” Enter STEM–Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. “I

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How STEM Education Improves Student Learning

STEM Education Guide

STEM stands for “Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math.” The ‘Science’ realm includes fields such as chemistry, biology, and physics. The ‘Technology’ section includes computer science and medical technology. A STEM education is an interdisciplinary education.

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Farming on permafrost

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Pathway from school to northern high latitude research • Permafrost science is a branch of Earth science that requires knowledge of geology, glaciology, geomorphology and climatology. • If you are interested in geomorphology , consider studying physical geography, geology or Earth science at university.

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Ways of knowing: how can traditional knowledge enrich geoscience education?

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It may be shared through language, art, dance, music, names, medicines, stories and songs STEM — an umbrella term used to group western science into distinct technical disciplines of science, technology, engineering and mathematics Many years ago, a young man wandered alone through a frozen forest.