Title: Uncovering Earth's Transformations: Geologic Processes on Earth's Surface

Grade Level: Senior High School (Grade 11)

Duration: 50 minutes

Objectives: By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:

1. Describe the different processes of weathering that rocks undergo.

2. Explain how the products of weathering are carried away by erosion and deposited in various
environments.

Materials Needed:

1. Whiteboard and markers or a projector for visual aids.

2. Printed copies of the Earth Materials and Processes handout for students.
3. Samples of rocks or images of various rock types (optional).

Procedures:

I. Reviewing Previous Lesson (5 minutes)

 Begin the lesson by asking students to recall what they learned in the previous class about fossils
and their significance in understanding Earth's history.
 Connect the previous lesson to the current topic by emphasizing how the Earth has changed over
geological time.

II. Establishing Purpose for the Lesson (5 minutes)

 Display the lesson objectives on the board or screen.

 Explain that in this lesson, students will explore the processes of weathering, erosion, and
deposition that shape Earth's surface.

III. Presenting Illustrative Examples (10 minutes)

 Introduce the concept of weathering as the process of breaking down rocks into smaller sediments.
 Explain that there are three types of weathering: mechanical, chemical, and biological.
 Use visuals or real rock samples (if available) to illustrate these concepts.

IV. Discuss Concepts (5 minutes)

 Engage students in a discussion about the differences between mechanical, chemical, and
biological weathering.
 Provide examples of each type of weathering and encourage students to ask questions.

V. Developing Mastery (5 minutes)

 Discuss erosion as the transportation of weathered rocks by agents like water, wind, gravity,
groundwater, wave currents, and glaciers.
 Explain the types of erosion, including water, wind, glacial, and soil erosion, and their effects on the
landscape.

VI. Making Generalization and Abstraction (5 minutes)

 Lead a class discussion on how weathering and erosion work together to reshape the Earth's
surface.
 Encourage students to think critically about the impact of these processes on the environment.

VII. Finding Practical Applications of Concepts and Skills in Daily Living (5 minutes)

 Discuss practical applications of understanding weathering, erosion, and deposition, such as land
use planning, disaster preparedness, and soil conservation.
 Encourage students to brainstorm solutions to minimize soil erosion in their community.

VIII. Evaluation of Learning (5 minutes)

 Conduct a quiz based on the Key Questions provided.

 Allow students to work individually or in pairs to answer the questions.

IX. Additional Activities (5 minutes)

 Assign a hands-on activity where students can conduct a simple experiment related to weathering,
erosion, or deposition.
 Provide resources or references for further exploration.

X. Conclusion (4 minutes)

 Summarize the main points of the lesson, emphasizing the significance of understanding geologic
processes on Earth's surface.
 Highlight the relevance of these processes to our everyday lives.

XI. Homework Assignment (3 minutes)

 Assign a short essay or reflection where students analyze the effects of erosion and deposition in a
specific region or ecosystem.
 Encourage students to consider the role of humans in these processes.

XII. Closing Remarks (1 minute)

 Remind students to prepare for the next class and explore additional resources related to geologic
processes.
 Thank the class for their active participation and curiosity.

Note: Adjust the timing of each section as needed to fit the 50-minute lesson period. Ensure that
the Earth Materials and Processes handout is distributed to students for reference and assessment.
You may use visual aids or rock samples to enhance understanding if available.