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Where’s That Mine of Mine?
Through discussion and an assignment requiring research and analytical thinking, students will gain an understanding of modern mining, society’s reliance on the industry, and some of the challenges faced by modern mining professionals. Students will also be exposed to examples of the many professional disciplines on which the industry relies.
The assignment in this lesson challenges students to consider factors affecting where new mines might be developed.
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I. Overview
II. Intro Activity
III. Main Activity
The Rock Cycle
The Geological Society of London’s Online interactive resource The Rock Cycle, with the Rock Cycle Animation, shows how surface and deep Earth processes produce the rocks we stand on and use to build our homes. Also find a glossary, demonstrations/experiments and extensive background information about the rock cycle.
The Life Cycle of a Mineral Deposit – A Teacher’s Guide for Hands-on Mineral Education Activities
Information, a glossary, and activities on finding, identifying, and extracting mineral resources used in our everyday lives.
Diamonds Educator Guide
Students will gain a greater understanding of diamond mineralogy, geology, discovery, mining and processing through these materials from Mining Matters (Canada) developed in collaboration with Science North for a temporary exhibition.
Ground Rules: Mining Right for a Sustainable Future Lesson Plans
75 lesson plans, appropriate for grades 6-12, exploring mining, ore processing, geology, and minerals in everyday life, available in English and Spanish, enhance the video.
Television Minerals Mini-Lesson Answer Key
Answer key for Television Minerals Mini-Lesson. Contains answers and teacher tips.
Soccer Minerals Mini-Lesson Answer Key
Answer key for Soccer Minerals Mini-Lesson. Contains answers and teacher tips.
Cell Phone Minerals Mini-Lesson Answer Key
Answer key for Cell Phone Minerals Mini-Lesson. Contains answers and teacher tips.
Bicycle Minerals Mini-Lesson Answer Key
Answer key for Bicycle Minerals Mini-Lesson. Contains answers and teacher tips.