WV State Standards: Math: M.O.A1.2.4,  M.O.A2.2.8,  M.O.A2.2.14 Science: SC.9.1.3,  SC. 9.1.4,  SC.9.2.1, SC.9.2.3, SC.9.2.7, SC.9.2.8, SC.9.3.1, SC.9.3.2, SC.9.3.3, SC.9.3.4, SC.9.4.32, SC.9.4.36, SC.9.4.37, SC.9.5.3, SC.9.5.4 National Standards:  Math: 2,  6,  8,  9 Science: 2, 8, 9, 10 Technology: 1, 2, 3, 4, 6 Blooms Taxonomy: Knowledge, Synthesis 21st Century Skills: Creativity and Intellectual Curiosity, Critical Thinking and Systems Thinking, Problem Identification, Formulation, and Solution, Thinking and Problem-Solving, Communication, Information and Media Literacy, Interpersonal and Collaborative, Social Responsibility, Self-Direction, Accountability and Adaptability

Objective(s)

• Students will describe the magnitude of the Richter scale and illustrate comprehension with common comparisons of intensity.
• Students will identify a variety of damages related to earthquake.

Time Required

Two 45 minute class periods

Pre-Requisite Skills

Basic technology skills, and familiarity with exponents

computer with Internet access

computer, Damage Worksheet

1. Students will use the Internet Richter Scale to find information and examples of other events that may feel similar.
2. Students will research the damage associated with earthquakes and create a summary of topics addressing those listed in the Damage Worksheet.
3. Students will present their findings during a class discussion.

The teacher can assist students who need help locating information.  To address various learning styles and levels, the number of topics to research could be reduced.

This lesson could be used with social studies teachers who are discussing the impact of disasters on society.

21st Century Assessment/Evaluation

Students knowledge will be assessed during class discussion.