The
Minerals Council of Australia is acknowledged as
the provider of this resource. This is an interactive resource
through which students can expand their knowledge of
Australia’s rich mineral deposits. Organised into seven
sections, it provides an overview of mineral sources with
information on mineral formation, mineral exploration,
different types of mining, the extraction of minerals from ore
and the processes involved in transforming minerals into
everyday products. This interactive resource for Middle School
students uses the minerals industry as a context for enhancing
students’ literacy skills. It contains links to additional
websites and provides a Teacher Guide with student activities.
Educational Value
Statement
- Provides information on Australia’s minerals and the
mining processes.
- Provides opportunities to enhance students’ literacy
skills.
- Identifies rock categories and explains how they are
formed.
- Shows the types and locations of minerals mined in
Australia.
- Explains the stages and processes involved in mineral
exploration.
- Explains different types of mining.
- Emphasises the mechanical and chemical processes involved
in transforming minerals into metals.
- Outlines environmental management practices in the
minerals industry.
Key Learning
Objectives
- Students understand how minerals are formed.
- Students understand the variety of minerals found in
Australia.
- Students acquire knowledge about mining and processing
methods.
- Students increase their understanding of the impact of
mining on the environment.
- Students learn about the current environmental management
practices of the minerals industry.
- Students appreciate the importance of the mining
industry.
Learning
Area Science/Science Understanding/Science as a
Human Endeavour English/Language/Literacy
