The AMNH course The Dynamic Earth: A Course for Educators provides students with an overview of the origin and evolution of the Earth. Informed by the recently released Next Generation Science Standards, this course examines geological time scales, radiometric dating, and how scientists “read the rocks.” We will explore dramatic changes in the Earth over the last 4 billion years, including how the evolution of life on Earth has affected its atmosphere. In addition to looking at geology on a global scale, participants will take to their own backyards to explore and share their local geologic history. Course participants will bring their understanding of the dynamic Earth - along with content resources, discussion questions, and assignments - into their own teaching.
Stromatolites
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Reviews
AK
Sep 06, 2019
it's an amazing course easy to understand and as science teacher it really helped me developing new ways in teaching science and how can i engage student
DF
Sep 01, 2016
Excellent course. Required some corollary reading, but basically supplied all materials required to meet course outline requirements.
From the lesson
Evolution of the Atmosphere
You will learn how the evolution of photosynthetic life changed the concentration of oxygen in the oceans and atmosphere, and how this is reflected in the rock record. You will also become familiar with how the Next Generation Science Standards connect to this week’s content. Finally, you will complete a written assignment: an analysis of a local geologic feature.
Taught By
Edmond Mathez, Ph.D.
Curator and Professor
Ro Kinzler, Ph.D.
Senior Director