Calibrated Peer Review: Introduction - Why Study Geology?

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Author:

Amanda Palmer-Julson, Elizabeth Heise

Subject:

Science and Technology

Institution Name:

SERC

Collection:

Starting Point (SERC)

Grade Level:

Secondary, Post-secondary

Abstract:

In this activity, students read an article entitled "Why Study Geology?", then write an essay addressing points listed in the Writing Prompt. After this, students are introduced to the process of Calibrated Peer Review and evaluate their papers. On this Starting Point page, users can access information about the exercise's learning goals, context for use, teaching notes and tips, teaching materials, assessment ideas, references and topics covered.

Course Type:

Learning Module

Languages:

English

Material Type:

Readings

Media Format:

Text/HTML

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