Continental Drift Theory - Student Choice Projects - MS

Continental Drift Theory Student Choice Projects

This resource invites middle school students to demonstrate their understanding of continental drift through a project that matches their preferred style of expression. The project menu outlines six student-directed options plus a “design your own” option. A flexible rubric supports evaluation by teachers, classmates, or the students themselves. Note: This product is also part of the Earth Science Complete Lesson Bundle.

Why Student Choice Projects?
These projects are adaptable and engaging, giving learners multiple ways to communicate their knowledge. The rubric can be customized to match different grading preferences, while multimodal options encourage creativity and ownership in the learning process.

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• Earth Science Bundle (Grades 6–8): Includes 14 comprehensive topics.
• MEGA Student Choice Project Bundle (Grades 6–8): Features 93 diverse topics.

What’s Inside:

• Nine project board options plus a “design your own” opportunity
• Teacher guide with directions, tips, and support
• Editable rubrics that measure vocabulary, key concepts, clarity, accuracy, and presentation

Built for Differentiation
Two versions of the project page are provided. The modified version highlights three scaffolded choices for students who benefit from extra support. For advanced learners, teachers can assign multiple projects using the same rubric to encourage deeper exploration.

Materials Needed
No special supplies are required—these projects are designed to work with standard classroom materials like paper, markers, and scissors. Many tasks can also be completed digitally, while optional crafting items can be used for model-building.