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Being P-Waves and S-Waves
http://serc.carleton.edu/introgeo/roleplaying/examples/seismic.html
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In this role-playing activity, students physically act out the motions of P-waves and S-waves in class to help them develop an understanding of how these waves work in the Earth. On this Starting Point page, users can access information about the exercise's learning goals, context for use, teaching notes and tips, teaching materials, assessment ideas, references and topics covered.
Intended for grade levels:
  • Middle (6-8)
  • High (9-12)
  • College (13-14)
Type of resource:
  • For the classroom:
    • Classroom activity
    • Assessment / Evaluation
    • Guide for instructor
Subject:
  • Geological Sciences:
    • Geology
    • Geophysics
Technical requirements:
No specific technical requirements, just a browser required
Cost / Copyright:
No cost
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DLESE Catalog ID: SERC-STARTINGPOINT-000-000-000-496
Resource contact / Creator / Publisher:
Author: Michelle Hall-Wallace
Science Education Solutions, Inc.

Author: Randall Richardson
University of Arizona, Tucson