6-12 Science, Writing, and PBL Teacher
In this lesson, students use geometry to investigate how the melting of all the ice in Antarctica would impact sea level rise.
Step 1 - Inquire: Students speculate how one could use geometry to calculate the water level produced by a melting block of ice placed on a classroom table.
Step 2 - Investigate: Students follow mathematical steps to answer the question "How much would sea levels rise if Antarctica melted?"
Step 3 - Inspire: Students explore the effects of sea level rise on coastal communities and the measures being taken to build resilience.