The Science of Digging Up Dinosaurs

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The Science of Digging Up Dinosaurs

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Students need to know not only about scientific facts and discoveries but also about the processes by which scientists conduct their investigations. This lesson has students trace the steps of a paleontologist from determining where to look for dinosaur fossils to studying the completed dinosaur skeleton for clues about the dinosaur's behavior, diet, and anatomy.

Education Levels:

6, 7, 8

Subject:

Paleontology, Writing (composition)

Resource Type:

Lesson plan

Medium:

Text/HTML

Fee Status:

Free

Beneficiary:

Students

Online provider:

National Geographic Society

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Keywords:

Dinosaurs, Fossils, Sereno, Paul , Excavations

Mediator:

Middle school teachers

Publisher:

National Geographic Xpeditions

Is Part Of:

http://www.nationalgeographic.com/xpeditions/lessons/

Language:

English

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Essential Resources:

Computer with Internet access; Writing and drawing materials

Learning Time:

3-4 hours

Subjects/Topics

P21 Subject:

Science, Language Arts

Learning Outcomes:

Broad Correlation

National Science Education Standards (1995)

Content Standard C: Life Science

Diversity and Adaptations of Organisms

Biological evolution accounts for the diversity of species developed through gradual processes over many generations. Species acquire many of their unique characteristics through biological adaptation, which involves the selection of naturally occurring variations in populations. Biological adaptations include changes in structures, behaviors, or physiology that enhance survival and reproductive success in a particular environment.

Broad Correlation

Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects (2010)

Writing Standards

Text Types and Purposes

2. Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas, concepts, and information through the selection, organization, and analysis of relevant content

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