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Special Thanks to

The Board of the Oklahoma Geological Foundation Thomas Cronin (Chairman), Joel Alberts, Mark Lester, Lance Ruffel, Larry Davis, Jason Hamilton, Michael Bone, Lanny Holman, Larry Lunardi, Terry Hollrah, Frank Gagliardi and Devin Dennie

Dr. Molly Yunker, Oklahoma Geological Survey

Dr. Shannon Dulin, University of Oklahoma

OU Pick and Hammer Club

Mr. Larry Lunardi, Larry Lunardi Foundation

Mr. Dick Opalka, Edmond ISD

Dr. R. Douglas Elmore, University of Oklahoma

Dr. Matthew Grammar, Oklahoma State University

State of Oklahoma Department of Education

Mrs. Lisa Campbell, Piedmont ISD

and the many teachers and students Involved in EDE!

“EveryDay Earth”

An Interactive

Earth Science Adventure!

Teacher’s Guide and ReferenceGrade Levels 3 through 8

Program Structure

1 Mission (Module or Unit) contains 10 Lessons

Each Lesson contains several interactive- or non-interactive video investigations or demonstrations

Each Lesson consists of

A Teacher Brainstorming Discussion: (5 min)

An Interactive (or Static!) Video with optional Intermediate Teacher/Student Discussions: (30 min)

Optional In-Class Experiments: (Variable)

Teacher Lesson Summary: (5 min)

Each Mission provides access to over 60 minutes of video content plus additional linked or accessory expansion content that is accessible

from within the program. (Updated every Sunday)

Online Course Delivery via Learning Management System (Google Chrome required!)

Unique “Rock/Mineral/Fossil Explorer” feature requires PC, Mac or Mobile device with camera and web connectivity.

Program Summary

The EveryDay Earth program is designed to provide a choice-based (“non-linear”) interactive adventure in Earth Science. This format mimics how students naturally interact with, and learn about their World through common experiences in their everyday lives. Common activities like this might be doing science on a field trip, taking an outdoor hike, or even skipping rocks on a pond. Learning situations are introduced to the students in the form of 12 weekly missions. They are asked to join the adventures of the “EveryDay Earth Corps" of scientists, and as “rookie scientists” they are presented with two content challenges for each of the 5 days per mission (also known as a module, or Unit). Students are asked to participate (either in teacher-led discussions or self directed learning) via a unique interactive format that allows them interaction with videos onscreen. These serve to provide core concepts, linkages and a mini-investigations intended to be combined with teacher-led discussions and in-classroom participation (either with experiments or our rock/mineral kit interface).

During missions, students are asked to observe a scene, ask questions, gather data and evidence to support or refute their chosen explanations. Alternative choices are available with constructive feedback later on for incorrect choices - so failure is also a potential learning opportunity. Correct assessments yield challenge rewards and positive learning reinforcement (i.e., users receive special “Estemite” crystals which “power” their devices allowing them to proceed.)

Each Mission appears non-linear but is designed to be used in order with the last, in an overarching narrative, and to cover all key concepts regardless of choice. Teachers will ultimately be able to choose to select individual concept videos to discuss specific concepts in class as he or she chooses. This modular nature of the program is intended to provide the teacher some flexibility on use of the program.

When combined with companion rock/mineral/fossil kits QR scan codes, and in class experiments, the program becomes richer. Actual rock specimens linked to the program allow students to smell, taste and touch them where they appear! Each lesson also which contains an experiment or demonstration with online

instructions on how to duplicate the experiment in the classroom.

Mission 1 - Wayward Water!

Mission 1 is the first part of a 2-week exploration of the Hydrosphere and Hydrologic Cycle, and Water’s Role in Changing Earth (Surface Processes). It includes material which supports a variety of core content developed from grades 1 through 12, with focus on content levels of abstractness applicable to grades 5, 8 or above.

A separate content matrix is available to see what portion of the Ok Science Frameworks is covered.

A summary is provided at the end of each lesson which ties the mission to the overarching Earth Systems concepts (described in Grade 8 by Cycles and Energy Flow.

Lesson 1 — Introduction to EDE and “Earth System Training”Learning Goals

In this first lesson (1.1), students will be introduced to the EveryDay Earth program “World” and the overarching “Mission” narrative. Students will also be provided a brief introduction to water, its importance on Earth and for life, and its distribution as background for the later lessons. Additionally they will get facts on what makes up water, how we find it, and it’s special properties.

This module provides several non-interactive videos to begin the Mission. The teacher can play these and have discussions in-between on day 1. Beginning on Lesson 2, class or individual interaction with the program is expected. Lessons 2-5 contain interactive and non-interactive content.

The performance expectation is for students to master the understanding of the content provided above. Items in bold directly like to State and NGSS core concepts.

Carrying Out the Activity

Everyday Earth begins with Mission 1 - Wayward Water!, which focuses on a review of the hydrologic cycle. After an introduction to the Corps, we join the Rookie cadet scientists in the during the middle of “EDE Advanced Water Training”. Here, as with all new classes of agents, Dr. Dennie is directing a new class of recruits studying water’s role on Earth.

The teacher will provide no up front introduction to the program - the idea is to get the students interest early and let this part stand on its own. We will put the students in “cold”.

Once the introduction is complete, the Teacher will introduce the Program to the students. They are simulating being rookie scientists on missions to learn about and help protect the Earth. Mission 1- Day 1 begins by selecting the first selection “EDE Advanced Water Training In Progress”, which takes students into a class about water.

Before beginning the program, discuss prior knowledge to assess understanding of water. This first lesson is intended to be somewhat review before using the knowledge in later lessons. Primary Learning Goal - Make sure all students have basic understanding of what water is, where we find it, why it is important to life, and why it has special properties on Earth before starting Lesson 2.

MISSION 1 - DAY 1 - CORE CONTENTS

Mission/Day/Lesson/Block

Content Description

1.1.0a EDE “Commercial” and Rookie Orientation

1.1.0b Please click to join the “advanced water training course” in progress.

1.1.1a Water ’s Importance to People

1.1.1a Water as a critical part of life

1.1.1a Water helps cycle regulate climate and cycle energy around the earth helping keep Earth habitable.

1.1.1a Water helps shape the Earth’s surface.

1.1.1b Importance of Water to Ancient Peoples

1.1.1b Hydrologic cycle is powered by the Sun and Gravity.

1.1.2a Water is very old, and is the same water that has been on Earth for billions of years.

1.1.2b Review of Major reservoirs of water in the hydrosphere

1.1.2b

Distribuition of Water ~97% oceans (saltwater), ~3% freshwater. Distribution of Water. Of the Surface Water… 73% in snow and ice, 20% in lakes, 3.5% in soil as moisture, and 2.5% in swamps, .5% in rivers, <.22% in atmosphere and in biological life forms. Of the 3% - 69% Glaciers and Ice. 30% Groundwater. 1% Surface water

1.1.2b Teacher Discussion and EDE Cup Exercise

1.1.3a What is water? Hydrogen and Oxygen

1.1.3b Water as a polar molecule and its ability to dissolve and interact with the environment.

1.2.3b Water uses the atmosphere as link between the oceans and the water stored in the continents. Helps regulates global climate.

1.1.3c Water can form in three phases - solid, liquid and gas.

1.1.3c Summary of Special properties- surface tension, heat capacity, etc.

1.1.3c Teacher Discussion and Preview of Lesson 2

Following Prior Knowledge discussion, students will then watch video 1.1.1 and 1.1.2. These videos cover content performance objectives and core ideas, on aspects of why water



Content Description

1.2.1a A Mystery To Pond-tificate: At the Pond

1.2.1a Evaporation & Experiment/Demonstration

1.2.1a Transpiration

1.2.1a Water Wells and Groundwater Extraction

1.2.1a Atmosphere and Hydrosphere Interactions (Wind and Water)

1.2.1a Teacher Discussion of Pond Investigation

1.2.1b Skyscraper Skies! Teacher Brainstorming

1.2.2a Cloud Formation and Types

1.2.2a Condensation

1.2.2a Precipitation & Experiment/Demonstration

1.2.2b Air Masses/Air Currents

1.2.2b Air Temperature Vs Altitude

1.2.2b Teacher Discussion of Condensation and Precipitation

1.2.2b Water Vapor: Water as a Gas, Liquid and Solid in the Atmosphere



Content Description

1.3.1a Subterranean Soaker

1.3.1a Teacher Brainstorming - Quarry (Water)

1.3.1a Precipitation (Applied Knowledge)

1.3.1a Surface Runoff

1.3.1a Infiltration

1.3.1a Water Moving through Rock

1.3.1a Evaporation (Applied Knowledge)

1.3.1b Teacher Discussion of Quarry Investigation

1.3.2a Aquifer - Teacher Brainstorming

1.3.2a Percolation

1.3.2a Porosity

1.3.2a Permeability

1.3.2b Aquifers and Aquicludes (Experiment/Demonstration)

1.3.2b Artesian Wells

1.3.2b Mineral Rock Interactions - Dissolving Minerals

1.3.2b Teacher Discussion of Groundwater and Aquifers

is important and special and why we care about understanding it.

A pause after 1.1.2 allows the teacher to engage the students in brainstorming. Connections: What impact does water have in their lives? Why is it so unique? Dispence Fact (see Fact list): Did you know most of the human body is made of water? etc.



Content Description

1.4.1a Spring Loaded Waters! Teacher Brainstorming

1.4.1a Springs and the Water Table

1.4.1a Overland Flow and Water Transport

1.4.1a Precipitating Minerals - When Water and Rock Interact

1.4.1a Teacher Discussion - Springs and Streams

1.4.2a Over the Falls! Teacher Brainstorming

1.4.2a Mineral Precipitation

1.4.2a Freshwater Limestones (Tufa and Travertine)

1.4.2a Atmosphere, Hydrosphere and Geosphere Interactions (ppCO2, Water and Rock Precipitation on Turner Falls)

1.4.2b Teacher Discussion on

1.4.2b Artesian Wells

1.4.2b Teacher Discussion of Groundwater and Aquifers

After 2-3 minutes of discussion, load 1.1.3, and watch “What is water?

Option here to conduct an in-class demonstration/experiment/activity - the“EDE Mug”. This mug can be made with materials online and a plain glass or mug. has percentages on the side, demonstrating the relative percentage of water in oceans, fresh water etc. This



Content Description

1.5.1a Rivers and Lakes - Teacher Brainstorming

1.5.1a Streams, Creeks and Rivers

1.5.1a Storage and Liquid Water Transport

1.5.1a Texoma Follies! Investigation

1.5.1a Lakes

1.5.1a Dams and Hydroelectric Power

1.5.1a Benefits from Lakes - Flood Control, Natural Resources

1.5.2a Mission 1 Cliffhanger -

1.5.2a Mission 1 Summary

1.5.3 Tying It all Together

1.5.3 The Spheres: Atmosphere, Geosphere, Hydrosphere and Biosphere

1.5.3 Cycles of Energy and Matter: The Hydrologic Cycle

1.5.3 Continued in Mission 2: Weathering and Erosion, Glaciers, Ice and Water Landform Creation;The Oceans

can be reproducible for all class member using dixie cups and markers. See “DIXIE CUP DEMO” file.

Following this demonstration, continue through final videos on What is Water? What are waters special properties?

Teacher discussion on what they have learned. Optional follow up discussion on the Spheres. See Activity 1.2 “The Spheres”

Optional: Daily Online Quiz - for group or individual progression assessment.

When complete, students may move to Mission 1 - Lesson 2.

On the LMS

Mission 1 - Lesson 1Block 1.1.0 – Introduction to EveryDay Earth

Block 1.1.1a&b – Non-Interactive Video - “Water and Us”

Block 1.1.c - Bullet Points/Pictures/Clips Guiding for Teacher-Led discussion (click through to Part 2)

Block 1.1.2a&b – Non-Interactive Video - Magic of Water

Block 1.1.2c - Bullet Points/Pictures/Clips for Teacher-Led discussion

Teacher Wrap Up

Conclusions Main goals of this lesson are 1) Provide a basic understanding of - What water is, Where we find it, Why it is important to life, and Why it has special properties on Earth.

2) Introduce the EveryDay Earth program narrative “world” and cast of characters and

3) Instruct students about the interactive nature of the following lessons in the program*.

*Teachers will have to decide prior to Lesson 2 if they wish to utilize the program as a class together, or on individual logins if available (this may require additional purchase). Grants are available.

Assessment ideas

1) Daily Quiz and End Lesson Quiz

2) Dixie cup Activity Sheet

3) Ask Students to describe a way they interact with water in their everyday lives.

4) Use LMS Usage statistics.

5) Have kids print screen the Estemite Crystal Map at the end of each Lesson. This serves as a “mile marker” of completion of the interactive segments.

6) Ask students to illustrate three ways water has special properties.

Part/Day 2

Block A - Teacher Introduction

Block B – Interactive Video Lesson - Evaporation and Condensation

Block C - Bullet Points/Pictures/Clips for Teacher-Led discussion

Block D – Interactive Video Lesson - Precipitation

Block E - Bullet Points/Pictures/Clips for Teacher-Led discussion

Part/Day 3


Block B – Interactive Video Lesson - Surface Runoff and Infiltration


Block D – Interactive Video Lesson - Aquifers and Groundwater


Part/Day 4


Block B – Interactive Video Lesson - Springs, Wells and Streams


Block D – Interactive Video Lesson - Turner Falls Mystery!


Part/Day 5


Block B – Interactive Video Lesson - Water Transport and Storage


Block D – Interactive Video Lesson - Rivers and Deltas


Future Missions

2: Water, Wind and Ice: Modifying Earth

3: The Geosphere: Matter and Minerals

4. The Rock Cycle: Igneous and Metamorphic Rocks

4: The Rock Cycle: Sedimentary Rocks and Earth's Strata

5: Ancient Life and Environments

6: Plate Tectonics and Mountain Building

7: Dynamic Earth - Earthquakes, Volcanoes and Natural Hazards

8: Humans, Life and Earth - Exploring the Relationship between Geosphere and Biosphere

9: Earth’s Place in Space

10: Earth’s Dynamic Systems: Mission Complete

Geographic Content and Detailed Alignment to Standards

This version of the EveryDay Earth program (V.NASP_1.1) was designed to focus on geographies of the “North American Southern Plains region (including all of Oklahoma, parts of North Texas & Texas Panhandle, eastern Colorado, Kansas, western Arkansas, and western Missouri). Future versions may provide additional customized content for other geographic localities or countries.

This initial Mission (or Module, Unit) is “Mission 1: Wayward Water.” The unit is designed to map or align with to the following State or US National Academic Standards. The content map below illustrates which content block is delivering what disciplinary core ideas.

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