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Learning Journey
Discover
NM.2.c
S.1.b
RI.7.10
Self Directed Learning
Academic Mindset
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Effective Communication
Students will explore geological hazards and soil degradation by engaging with local farmers and geoscientists, reflecting on their own community's challenges, and setting goals to understand and address these real-world issues.
Days 1 - 3
Deliverables
Geological Hazards Map
Due: Week 1, Day 2
Students will create a map that identifies local geological hazards and areas of soil degradation. This map will i... more
Examine
IM.8.b
7.MS-ETS3-1(MA)
S.1.b
RI.7.10
Self Directed Learning
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Content Expertise
Students will conduct investigations and research to analyze soil samples and drought patterns, collaborate with local farmers to understand land management challenges, and develop informed questions that guide their next steps in designing solutions to address soil degradation.
Days 4 - 7
Deliverables
Collaborative Drought Impact Analysis
Due: Week 2, Day 1
In small groups, students will create a visual and data-driven presentation analyzing drought impacts on soil heal... more
Interactive Farmer Interview Presentation
Due: Week 2, Day 1
Students will present insights gleaned from interviews with local farmers, focusing on land management challenges ... more
Engineer
IM.8.b
7.MS-ETS3-1(MA)
S.1.b
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Content Expertise
Effective Communication
Students will collaborate with local farmers and geoscience experts to design and construct drought-resistant land management solutions on a designated plot, applying their understanding from previous phases to address soil degradation challenges.
Days 8 - 12
Deliverables
Collaborative Land Management Blueprint
Due: Week 2, Day 4
Students will create a detailed blueprint for a drought-resistant land management solution, synthesizing input fro... more
Do
Self Directed Learning
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Effective Communication
Students will implement small-scale land management projects on local farms, collaborating with farmers to apply drought-resilient practices and gather data on soil health improvements and the effectiveness of their solutions.
Days 13 - 17
Deliverables
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Self Directed Learning
Academic Mindset
Effective Communication
Students will present their land management projects to local farmers and university partners, reflecting on their learning journey and the real-world impact of their innovative solutions on soil health and drought resilience.
Days 18 - 20
Deliverables
No deliverables have been added to this phase yet.