Explain

** Explain ** Within the 'explain' stage of the learning process, teachers present the students with scientific explanations to assist with questions asked during the engage and explore stages. Teachers formally provide definitions, and provides time for the students to explain their responses. The students critically listen to others explanations, and provides feedback within this collaborative setting.

In groups of 3 or 4 students will research major floods in Australia's history. They will then use Gliffy to create a timeline of historic floods in Australia. Students can organise their information and present it in a flowchart or similar tool. The teacher is allowing students to direct their own learning and their ideas are supported with evidence obtained through internet channels.

Websites for researching this topic can include the following:

National Geographic

Flood Management Education

State Emergency Service

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