Formation of Oceanic Features

This is a picture inquiry based lesson for students to explore four specific oceanic features (mid-ocean ridge, trench, seamount, and continental shelf). Groups of three students will observe and explain features found in pictures and share ideas with their peers.
Resource ID#: 29756 Type: Lesson Plan
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General Information

Subject(s): Science
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Document Camera, Computer for Presenter, Computers for Students, Internet Connection, LCD Projector, Overhead Projector, Microsoft Office, Java Plugin
Instructional Time: 50 Minute(s)
Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Freely Available: Yes
Keywords: Tectonic plates, convergent boundary, divergent boundary, mid-ocean ridge, trench, seamount, and continental shelf
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan
Resource Collection: CPALMS Lesson Plan Development Initiative

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