Why should students build Geoblox models?
Because geologic features are three dimensional. Textbook pictures help students visualize concepts, but they cannot provide a three dimensional view. Also, many need to be able to feel an object to really understand it. Geoblox models provide visual and tactile learners with a way to fully participate in the learning process. Geoblox models also provide opportunities for developing higher order thinking skills. The structural geology models in Geology Block Models can be used to introduce ordering geologic events. Students then draw their own ‘ordering events’ diagram on the blank model in this book. Their diagrams must make sense on all sides. If I cannot figure out what geologic events occurred in what order within 60 seconds, the student gets a 100 for the six weeks. I use this activity as a test grade. Each model in the Topographic Landform Models includes two higher order thinking questions. You could also have them draw and build the maps adjacent to their model. They will defin
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