Description: This Resource Unit is written with a thematic approach to mining, mineral resources, and Earth Science, designed for (but not limited to) the grade 5 curriculum and integrating learning across the curriculum subjects (Science, Math, Social Studies, Art, English). Topics include rocks and minerals, the rock cycle, mining (past, present, and future), mining and the environment, mining careers, mineral exploration, uses of geological natural resources, and more!
The workshop consists of two parts:
- Part 1: The MineralsEd’s “Rock Star 101” presentation will introduce participants to mining and geology in B.C., rocks and minerals, and the rock cycle. Teachers will have the opportunity to get hands-on by exploring their own MineralsEd Rocks and Minerals Kit and practicing rock and mineral identification.
- Part 2: Participants will review and discuss lesson plans and classroom activities from the resource unit binder.
This workshop will be in-person. Registrants will have the option of purchasing a MineralsEd resource package ($50) at the workshop (https://Intermediate-Catalyst-2024.eventbrite.ca). The resource package includes a binder with background information for teachers and classroom activities, a MineralsEd Rock and Mineral kit, MineralsEd Mining Kit, MineralsEd Reclamation Experiment Kit, USB, classroom posters, maps, bookmarks, and more!
Complete description of the resource unit and kit content.
Registration: https://bcscta.com/bcscta-catalyst-conference/
Date: Friday, October 25, 2024
Time: 12:30 - 3:15 pm
Meeting Location: Howe Sound Secondary School, 38430 Buckley Avenue, Squamish, BC
MineralsEd Presenters: MineralsEd Partner-Teacher Andi Eisler and Sarah Jackson-Brown.
***This workshop is intended for intermediate (grade 4-6) teachers in B.C.***