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Erosion in the Outer Banks

In North Carolina maps, page 3.2

In this lesson, students gain an understanding of the different perspectives on erosion in the Outer Banks over the past century by implementing research and map comparisons between Google Earth and early 20th century Coastal Maps.

Format: lesson plan (grade 9–12 Science)

By Jennifer Job.

How are we changing North Carolina?

In North Carolina maps, page 2.2

In this lesson, students look at soil survey maps to draw conclusions about the impact North Carolinians have had on the land. This lesson is meant to accompany instruction on soil type, use, and erosion

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North Carolina maps

A collection of lesson plans for grades K-12 centered on historic maps of North Carolina

Format: lesson plan (multiple pages)

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Erosion in the Outer Banks

In this environmental science lesson, students examine different perspectives on erosion in the Outer Banks over the past century by implementing research and map comparisons between Google Earth and early 20th-century coastal maps. This lesson assumes a basic... (Learn more)

Format: lesson plan (grade 9–12 Science)

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