The Galapagos Islands can be a fantastic locale to teach an introductory level geology field course to a general audience of students, or you can build a specialized and advanced course in basaltic ocean island volcanology — or anywhere in between.
Dr. Dan has led hundreds of students in field courses of all shapes and sizes. We are ready to help you design the teaching and learning experience of your dreams!
Galapagos Geology Courses
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We will design an efficient itinerary that includes many sites of geologic interest, introduced in a thoughtful and intentional order.
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We will design an efficient itinerary that includes many sites of geologic interest, introduced in a thoughtful and intentional order.
A knowledgeable, guide who is licensed by the GNP will accompany your group to ensure a visit that is safe for your group and for the ecosystem.
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We can provide you with detailed background information content to accompany each site. This can include a full lesson plan for the day and the week, group activities, assessments, and even a text book and maps!
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Plate Tectonics
Effusive vs. Explosive Eruption
Basaltic Lava
Volcanic Landforms: Shield volcanoes, cinder cones, lava flows, hornitos, tuff cones, tumuli, kipukas
Collapse Craters
Lava Tunnels
Arches (above and below water!)
Perched Beaches
Green Sand Beach
