AZventure Expeditionary Learning Series

“Reading” Geology Across the Centuries
October 20, 2007
Departs from Flagstaff

Central Arizona boasts some of the nation’s most magnificent geology. How do we “read” geology? What resources help us better understand those earth forces that created the formations and structures used by humans for millennia? Our tour begins in Flagstaff and follows an amazing geological tale down to Montezuma’s Well and the local area. Explore the fascinating evidence left by nature and us as we unlock the mysteries of geological time.

Focus
Geology, water, earth processes, literacy (expository text), careers

Learning Outcomes and Indicators
By participating in this study tour, learners will:

• Investigate the geology of central Arizona by observing geological features, interpreting their history, and identifying factors that led to their use by humans.
• Understand various applications of expository text in the classroom by comparing and contrasting diverse informational texts related to the subject of geology and earth science.
• Identify the role of water to both natural and human history by analyzing its impact upon the geology and human settlements in central Arizona over the past 1000 years.
• Explore diverse career opportunities in geology and in literacy by participating in cooperative learning activities.

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