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Geography Rocks Learning Path

By Aidan Liston

Use this learning path to revise and test yourself on your geology knowledge.
5 resources in this Learning Path

1

Geography - Keywords

https://www.scoilnet.ieuploads/resources/31721/31463.pdf Added: 28 Feb 2020 Contributor: PDST Resource type: Guide/notes / Reference

Professional Development Service for Teachers (PDST) Junior Certificate School Programme produced geography vocabulary cards for JC Geography. The purpose of this publication is to enhance teaching and learning within the Junior Certificate School Programme.

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How it maps to the curriculum

JC
Geography

Strand: 1. Exploring the Physical World

Strand unit: 1. Structure of the Earth (Volcanoes, etc..)


Strand: 1. Exploring the Physical World

Strand unit: 2. Rock Types


Strand: 1. Exploring the Physical World

Strand unit: 3. Weathering & Mass Movement


Strand: 1. Exploring the Physical World

Strand unit: 5. Erosion, Deposition & Transportation

5-6
SESE Geography

Strand: Natural Environments

Strand unit: Land, Rivers, Seas of My County


Strand: Natural Environments

Strand unit: Physical Features

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Language: English
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Rock Types - Information Cards

https://www.geolsoc.org.uk/~/media/...k%20set%20general%20cards.pdf?la=en Added: 24 Jan 2019 Contributor: Scoilnet Resource type: Guide/notes / Reference

These Geological Society information cards on the different types of rocks are a great way to introduce rock types to students. The information cards cover the different types of rocks within categories sedimentary, igneous and metamorphic. The cards also detail how each rock was formed and what it consists of.

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How it maps to the curriculum

JC
Geography

Strand: 1. Exploring the Physical World

Strand unit: 2. Rock Types

Asset type: Document
Language: English
Rights: All rights reserved
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3

Rock Properties - Worksheet

https://www.geolsoc.org.uk/~/media/...%20activity%20sheet%20KS2.pdf?la=en Added: 24 Jan 2019 Contributor: Scoilnet Resource type:

This Geological Society worksheet encourages teachers and students to explore the properties of rocks by conducting simple experiments in the classroom or at home. The worksheet provides space for students to record their observations and extend their knowledge on the properties of rocks.

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How it maps to the curriculum

JC
Geography

Strand: 1. Exploring the Physical World

Strand unit: 2. Rock Types

Suggestions for use: Answers to the worksheet are available here >
https://www.geolsoc.org.uk/~/media/shared/documents/education%20and%20careers/Resources/Presentations%20and%20activity%20sheets/Rock%20Cycle/Rock%20properties%20activity%20sheet%20KS2%20answer%20sheet.pdf?la=en

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Language: English
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4

The Rock Cycle - Factsheet

https://www.geolsoc.org.uk/~/media/...cycle%20factsheet%20FINAL.pdf?la=en Added: 24 Jan 2019 Contributor: Scoilnet Resource type: Guide/notes

The Geological Society website has a factsheet for students to learn about rocks, the rock cycle and the different types of rocks such as sedimentary rocks, igneous rocks and metamorphic rocks.

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How it maps to the curriculum

JC
Geography

Strand: 1. Exploring the Physical World

Strand unit: 2. Rock Types

Suggestions for use: Use the information sheet as a starting point for students to begin their research on rocks.

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Language: English
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5

First Year Geography Midterm Exam

https://www.scoilnet.ieuploads/resources/28652/28388.docx Added: 16 Oct 2018 Contributor: Tara Fitzharris Resource type: Assessment

A simple midterm test that can be photocopied based on Learning Outcome 1.1 and 1.2 of the new Junior Cycle Geography Specification. This resource includes a marking scheme. There is also a place for students to write their predicted grade allowing them to self-evaluate their own work.

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How it maps to the curriculum

JC
Geography

Strand: 1. Exploring the Physical World

Strand unit: 1. Structure of the Earth (Volcanoes, etc..)

Suggestions for use: This can be photocopied and used for a class exam for first year geography students or it can be used as a revision test with classes. Students are encouraged as part of the exam to reflect on their learning.

Key Skills: Being Creative Communicating Managing Information and Thinking Literacy Numeracy


Strand: 1. Exploring the Physical World

Strand unit: 2. Rock Types

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Language: English
Rights: Attribution Creative Commons
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