Home → OER Materials

Browse: Keyword: Igneous

You must be logged in to perform this action.

You must be logged in to perform this action.

You must be logged in to perform this action.

You must be logged in to perform this action.

You must be logged in to perform this action.

You must be logged in to perform this action.

You must be logged in to perform this action.

You must be logged in to perform this action.

You must be logged in to perform this action.

You must be logged in to perform this action.

You must be logged in to perform this action.

You must be logged in to perform this action.

You must be logged in to perform this action.

You must be logged in to perform this action.

You must be logged in to perform this action.

You must be logged in to perform this action.

You must be logged in to perform this action.

You must be logged in to perform this action.

You must be logged in to perform this action.

You must be logged in to perform this action.

Read the Fine Print

Earth Rocks!

(Complete Item Description)

Abstract:: The purpose of this lesson is to introduce students to the basic elements of our Earth's crust: rocks, soils and minerals. They learn how we categorize rocks, soils and minerals and how they are literally the foundation for our civilization. Students also explore how engineers use rocks, soils and minerals to create the buildings, roads, vehicles, electronics, chemicals, and other objects we use to enhance our lives.

Subject:: Mathematics and Statistics, Science and Technology
Grade Level:: Primary
SubTopics:: Green
Collection:: TeachEngineering

Read the Fine Print

Making & Breaking: The Rock Cycle

(Complete Item Description)

Abstract:: Students learn the components of the rock cycle and how rocks can change over time under the influence of weathering, erosion, pressure and heat. They learn about geotechnical engineering and the role these engineers play in the development of an area of land, the design and placement of new structures, and detection of natural disasters.

Subject:: Mathematics and Statistics, Science and Technology
Grade Level:: Secondary
Collection:: TeachEngineering

Read the Fine Print

Rock Identification

(Complete Item Description)

Abstract:: This hands-on activity covers the basics of rock identification. After a brief discussion of the terms 'rock' and 'mineral', students will study the characteristics and classifications of the three major rock groups (igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary).

Subject:: Science and Technology
Grade Level:: Secondary, Post-secondary
SubTopics:: Green
Collection:: Environmental Science Activities for the 21st Century

Read the Fine Print

Rock Jeopardy!

(Complete Item Description)

Abstract:: Students reinforce their understanding of rocks, the rock cycle, and geotechnical engineering by playing a trivia game. They work in groups to prepare Jeopardy-type trivia questions (answers) and compete against each other to demonstrate their knowledge of rocks and engineering.

Subject:: Mathematics and Statistics, Science and Technology
Grade Level:: Secondary
Collection:: TeachEngineering

Top Keywords

See more

Conditions of Use

No Strings Attached
Remix and Share
Share Only
Read the Fine Print