Sink your teeth into learning about how sinkholes form. In the video clip, three students investigate sinkholes to determine their cause, and then construct a functioning model. Directions for replicating this model, text and student activities are included.
General Information
Subject(s): Science
Grade Level(s): 6
Suggested Technology:
Computers for Students, Internet Connection, Overhead Projector, Computer Media Player
Instructional Time:
30 Minute(s)
Keywords: sink holes, caverns, caves , stalagmites, stalactites
Instructional Design Framework(s):
Direct Instruction, Demonstration, Predict-Explain-Observe-Explain, Confirmation Inquiry (Level 1)
Resource Collection:
NSDL