Volcano Project
Presentations Start on April 14th 2008
100 Point Project
Students will work independently or in teams of 2, to research, build
and report on a volcano of the world.
The project requires:
A presentation which covers the following topics:
Name of Volcano
Location in the world by
Region
Country
Exact Latitude and Longitude
Students must be able to show where the volcano is located on a
globe or map of the Earth.
Elevation (above or below sea level)
Forces creating the volcano (usually one of the following)
Subduction, Hot Spot, or Sea Floor Spreading
History of Volcano
Last known eruption
Age (approximate)
Frequency of eruptions (if you can discover a pattern)
Type of volcano
Shield, Cinder Cone, or Composite
Myths and or legends associated with the volcano (if you
cannot fine a myth or legend you must make one up.)
AND/OR
Other interesting facts which make this volcano unique
Students will build a model of their volcano and be able to discuss the
parts of the volcano using standard volcanic terms.
Successful teams will have the opportunity to demonstrate the likely
type of eruption the volcano would have. (usually sputtering/gaseous,
flowing lava, or explosive). The eruption must match the type of
volcano being presented. The team will place the volcano on a large
world map (outside) near the correct location.
Teams will be judged as a team but grades will be recorded
individually. It is up to each team member to be sure the information
is present and all aspects of the project are completed.