Science for Southern Colorado is an initiative to teach science in the areas of geoscience and chemistry to science teachers in the Southern Colorado region.
The Science for Southern Colorado initiative is divided into a series of modules covering various aspects of science involving both geoscience and chemistry. These module have been completed over the last few months.
Geoscience Modules Note: Module Information is currently available online. |
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Chemistry Modules Note: Module Information is not currently available. |
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Module 1: The Big and Small Picture
Topics:
- Plate Tectonics & Continental Drift
- Minerals (stuff of the rocks around us)
- Igneous Rocks (rocks born of fire)
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Module 1: Using Discrepant Events to Help Teach Chemistry
Description: Review and learn some important concepts in chemistry through the use of discrepant events. Includes a discussion of the pedagogical use of discrepant events. |
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Module 2: Earth's Surface World
Topics:
- Surface Processes (formation of sedimentary rocks)
- The Earth's Surface (topography - reading maps and using compasses)
- Landforms (Sand Dunes)
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Module 2: Using Household Materials to Help Teach Chemistry
Description: See how common materials can be used safely to teach many important topics in chemistry. |
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Module 3: Deep Earth
Topics:
- Metamorphic Rocks
- Structural Geology and Mountains
- Geologic Time Scale
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Module 3: Hot Topics in Chemistry
Description: Learn about some of the most important topics in chemistry by examining cutting-edge issues. |
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Module 4: Comprehensive Field Trip
Information and topics covered are forthcoming. |
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