Evaluating Plate Motion Concepts

The video tutorial covers lesson 3.1 of the plate motion unit, focusing on evaluating the movement of the South American and African plates. Students are instructed to assess two claims about plate movement and write a response using specific terms. The activity is to be completed as homework, and students are reminded to finish all related work before proceeding to the next lesson.

What is the main focus of the lesson on plate motion?

• The future predictions of plate movement

• The impact of plate movement on climate

• The rates of plate movement

• The history of plate tectonics

In the homework activity, what are students required to evaluate?

• The history of the South American plate

• The impact of plate movement on ocean currents

• The future movement of the African plate

• Two claims about the movement of the South American and African plates

What should students use to write their response in the homework activity?

• A textbook

• Terms from the word bank

• A map

• A calculator

What is the final step students must take before moving on from the lesson?

• Review the lesson notes

• Watch a supplementary video

• Discuss with a partner

• Complete all student work and amplify for the activity

What is emphasized as important to complete before progressing to the next lesson?

• Submitting a project

• Attending a group discussion

• Completing all student work and amplifying the activity

• Reading additional materials