ESS.SCI.12.A
Evaluate the impact on humans of natural changes in Earth's systems such as earthquakes, tsunamis, and volcanic eruptions.
Earth Systems Science · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2022
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impacthumansnatural changesEarth's systemsearthquakestsunamisvolcanic eruptions
Skills
- evaluate (impacts of natural changes in Earth's systems on humans) #dok3
- analyze (how earthquakes affect humans) #dok3
- analyze (how tsunamis affect humans) #dok3
- analyze (how volcanic eruptions affect humans) #dok3
- identify (natural changes in Earth's systems) #dok1
Learning Targets
- I can identify natural changes in Earth's systems such as earthquakes, tsunamis, and volcanic eruptions. #dok1
- I can describe how earthquakes, tsunamis, and volcanic eruptions can impact humans. #dok2
- I can analyze the effects of different natural changes in Earth's systems on human populations and infrastructure. #dok3
- I can evaluate case studies to determine the specific impacts of natural events on communities. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Natural changes in Earth's systems, like earthquakes, tsunamis, and volcanic eruptions, can have significant consequences for human societies.
- Understanding how natural processes impact humans allows for better risk assessment, preparedness, and resilience.
Essential Questions
- What are some examples of natural changes in Earth's systems, and how do they impact humans?
- In what ways do earthquakes, tsunamis, and volcanic eruptions affect human societies, infrastructure, and economies?
- How can humans prepare for or mitigate the impacts of natural changes in Earth's systems?
- Why is it important to evaluate the impacts of natural changes on humans?
- How do different communities respond differently to natural disasters?