Become an Anti-Earthquake Designer!

• Introduction
• Learners
• Standards
• Process
• Resources


• Student Page

by Jeremy Dusza, Monmouth Regional High School
Robin Evensen, Roxbury High School

Design and build a three-story "earthquake-resistant" structure

Teacher Introduction

This WebQuest was a collaborative effort between Jeremy Dusza and Robin Evensen.  The project was designed as part of the NJCU Using the Internet in Education class.  This WebQuest accommodates all learners and teaches across the curriculum.  

Jeremy Dusza teaches Multimedia Presentation, Engineering Graphics and Basic Art at Monmouth Regional High School. He graduated from the University of Maryland with a BA in Art Studio. Jeremy is currently pursuing an MA in Educational Technology through NJCU.

Robin Evensen teaches Honors and B-level Geo-Physical Science as well as AP Environmental Science at Roxbury High School.  She graduated from Cook College/Rutgers with a BS in Geology and received an MS in Geology from the University of Maine.  Robin is currently pursuing an MA in Educational Technology throughNJCU. 

Objectives:

• SWBAT describe the ways earthquakes destroy structures;
• SWBAT  apply earthquake knowledge to construction of earthquake-resistant homes;
• SWBAT design an earthquake resistant structure, using only specified materials and specific building guidelines; and
• SWBAT observe the effect differences in architectural design have on building strength.