$90
for 5 classesThe Quaking Earth! Earth Science - Investigating Earthquakes
Completed by 2 learners
Ages 7-9
Live Group Class
Live video meetings
1x per week, 5 weeks
2-8 learners per class
45 min
What's included
5 live meetings
3 hrs 45 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 2 - 3
This multi-day class is a great introduction to earth sciences and covers several key geographical concepts in relation to plate tectonics and how earthquakes are formed. Each class is supported by on-screen resources, printables and the opportunity to complete hands-on activities. Students are given the opportunity to investigate: • The structure of the Earth • How and why earthquakes happen • How to stay safe during an earthquake The following topics will be covered each week and build a good understanding of the key aspects of the physical geography of earthquakes and their impact on the environment and individuals. Week 1: Beneath our feet – Take a journey through the layers of the Earth! Hands-on activity - making a modelling clay representation of the layers of the Earth Week 2: Moving Earth! Exploring Plate Tectonics and the Ring of Fire! Hands-on activity – How do tectonic plates move? Week 3: Shaking Earth! What are earthquakes and where and why do they happen? Hands-on Activity: Making Observations – Using the Mercalli Scale Week 4: Earthquake Proof! Construction in earthquake zones Hands-on activity: Design an Earthquake Proof Building Week 5: Evacuate! How to prepare for an earthquake Hands on activity: Design a Survival Evacuation Kit All worksheets needed to complete each session will be posted in the classroom the day before class. It is not essential that students use these, but they are designed to increase student participation and engagement in the sessions.
Learning Goals
> To understand what happens at plate boundaries and why tectonic plates are moving
> To explain what causes earthquakes and how they are measured
> To examine ways to mimimise the risks from earthquakes
Other Details
Parental Guidance
For safety, parents are advised to support students when completing the hands on activities, particulary when the use of scissors is involved.
This lesson uses private link, onscreen clickable resources (content created by the teacher) via the Genial.ly web app (https://genial.ly/). Learners and parents do not require a log in to access the resource. The Privacy policy for the web app can be viewed at https://genial.ly/privacy/
Links will be shared to Google Earth locations.
Supply List
Session 1: Modelling dough (red, yellow, orange, pink, brown, green and blue) - enough to make approximately 3-4” ball in layers. Session 2: Sheet (A4 size) of thin card. * Other sessions: Colored pencils/felt pens, ruler, scissors, eraser and pen * Access to a printer - for weekly handouts and supporting resources
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Meet the teacher
Teacher expertise and credentials
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Secondary Education
Bachelor's Degree from University of Surrey
I have taught, as a qualified teacher, in mainstream schools for 20 plus years, and hold a Post Graduate Certificate in Education and a degree in Environmental Science and History. I have extensive experience in delivering classroom-based lessons and online sessions in a range of subjects to students aged 5-16. I currently teach several UK based home educated students who are studying for their GCSE in a range of subjects.
Reviews
257 total ratings, 163 with reviews
Review summary for this teacher
The reviews indicate that Captain Matt is an excellent and engaging teacher who makes the classes informative and enjoyable. Students appreciate his knowledge, organization, and the way he welcomes questions. The classes cover a wide range of aviation topics in-depth, allowing students to learn a lot. Many students express enthusiasm to take more classes from Captain Matt.
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