It's a Puzzle: Engaging Students in Plate Tectonics

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George Nelson
William Thornburgh

Abstract

Plate tectonics is a topic where students are often not actively engaged and it can feel painfully slow as you are working through this unit.  Through more opportunities for active engagement and a redesigned approach, make plate tectonics more engaging in your classroom and help your students build greater conceptual understanding.

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Lessons - Demonstrations - Instructional Insights
Author Biography

George Nelson, Wilmette Junior High

George Nelson teachers science at Wilmette Junior High, outside of Chicago, Illinois.  In addition to teaching and coaching at his school, George is a professional development workshop leader for the American Modeling Teachers Association.