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This 2010 Guatemalan Sinkhole activity also includes:
Dig deep into a lesson studying volume. Learners view images of a Guatemalan sinkhole that seems too big to be true! Their task is to determine the amount of material needed to fill the hole using information from news articles and videos.
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Instructional Ideas
- Post the series of photos and videos for pupils to access as many times as needed to answer the question
- Research information on additional sinkholes
Classroom Considerations
- Requires proficiency in making volume calculations
- This content requires Adobe Flash to view
Pros
- Encourages higher order thinking by critiquing inaccurate projections
- Provides references and links to additional resources
Cons
- None