2017 Conference
The Maury Project: Ocean Tides Activity on the Internet
presented by Julie Broughton, Science Teacher, St. Bonaventure High School
Grade Level: 6-12
Standards: NGSS, Earth Science (including geology, space/astronomy, and environmental sciences), Technology, and Math
Presentation Type: Hands-On
Standards: NGSS, Earth Science (including geology, space/astronomy, and environmental sciences), Technology, and Math
Presentation Type: Hands-On
Ocean tides are the periodic rise and fall of sea level observed along coasts. Although tides are most often viewed from their local impact, their origins are literally astronomical. They are a result of the complex interaction of the gravitational attraction of the moon and sun on the Earth’s water surface. You will be shown an activity that investigates the tides by generating and comparing tidal predictions and observations of changes in sea level over time. The objective is to build an understanding of the factors that influence the water levels in bays, harbors, and along beaches, and are used to predict tides. You will be provided with a lesson plan and activity booklet to take back for use in your classroom.
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