Digital Resources

Adapted from the MineralsEd Junior Geologist Workshop, this fun and interactive quiz will help students to better understand the three main rock types, the rock cycle, and minerals in our everyday life. This activity is a good supplement to any class that is learning about mining, earth science, or geology. 

To celebrate Mining Month 2020 MineralsEd, in collaboration with the Association for Mineral Exploration, created four videos on different topics related to mining in BC! You will find all four videos on this page, along with the MineralsEd developed student quizzes to supplement the videos.

Adapted from the MineralsEd Junior Geologist Workshop, this resource consists of a video and quiz that will help students to better understand the life cycle of a mine and how natural resources are made into the products we know. This activity is a good supplement to any class that is learning about mining, earth science, or geology. 

Patrick McAndless, aka Geodude, is a veteran industry geologist and valued MineralsEd "Rock Star". In his retirement, Mr. McAndless has devoted his energy and attention to the education of youth, from post-secondary to elementary, sharing his passion for Earth Science and mining and inspiring young people to be the best they can be. 

Mr. McAndless is a knowledgeable and engaging speaker who has a growing repertoire for classroom presentations. Mr. McAndless no longer offers classroom visits, however, he does currently offer two of his presentations Rocks to Rockets and It's About Time narrated and ready to present to your classroom.

Watch the recordings of the presentations at the Teachers' Pro-D Day or Secondary Student Career Exploration Day at AME Roundup 2022!

Explore five different mining communities across B.C. and learn all about B.C.’s mining heritage and legacy, the different minerals mined in B.C, and mining and the environment. At each stop, participants will be challenged to find information from a variety of interactive online sources and will be given a series of questions to answer.