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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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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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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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Dual Enrollment for Future STEM Majors

Career in STEM

Some of the STEM courses offered are Biology, Math, Geology, Health, Kinesiology, Physics, and Chemistry. Some courses available are Engineering, Physics, and Statistics. Some of the STEM courses offered are Math, Chemistry, Biology, Health Professions, Geography, Physics and much more! The rate for enrollment is $75 per credit.

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Hey Mars, wait for us!

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We integrated the activities with objectives of English, Geography, Biology, Chemistry, Technology, IT and Art lessons. She is also a Geology engineer. We were glad to find out the students’ knowledge improved well. This project includes multidisciplinary STEAM activities. All teachers were glad to help students.

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From field to lab: the changing nature of archaeology

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Maryland is a state defined by its history and its geography. For more modern history, history and geography are important, while further towards prehistory, there may be more focus on anthropology and geology.”. This led me to studying chemical engineering, before specialising in environmental chemistry.

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8 Ways to Use Minecraft in Your Classroom (Now That it’s Free)

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Minecraft sounds like it’s about geology, but it’s much more. To build their world, players require geography, chemistry, math, and more. To be effective in Minecraft worlds requires science, technology, engineering, and math — or STEM.