Plate Tectonics

This short informational text, diagrams, a video, and guided questions from the CK-12 Foundation discusses plate motions and the role of convection.
Resource ID#: 50231 Type: Video/Audio/Animation
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Direct Link: http://www.ck12.org/earth-science/Tectonic-Plate-Motions/lesson/Tectonic-Plate-Motions/

General Information

Subject(s): Science
Grade Level(s): 9, 10
Intended Audience: Educators educators, Students
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Internet Connection, LCD Projector, Speakers/Headphones
Instructional Time: 30 Minute(s)
Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Freely Available: Yes
Keywords: Plate tectonics
Instructional Component Type(s): Video/Audio/Animation,  Image/Photograph,  Text Resource
Resource Collection: General Collection

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Formative Assessment

Analyzing the theory of plate tectonics performance task assessment:

This is a performance task assessment that allows for assessment of student knowledge of the plate tectonic theory. This task requires students to write a RAFT.

Type: Formative Assessment