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Learn more about innovation in copper mining in the Copper Connects Us Video Topic Series
EDUCATOR GUIDE
With Dig into Mining’s resources, students will explore a range of subjects ranging from elements, minerals, properties of matter and chemical reactions, to natural resources, sustainability, biodiversity, and environmental impacts.
Educator Guide Copper Connects Us
Copper, an element in the periodic table, connects our modern world! Get a look at how Freeport-McMoRan mining sources the copper that runs the world in this introduction to the Copper Connects Us Video Topic Series.
Copper and Energy
Copper is used in electrical systems and makes a more sustainable world possible! Dive into some of the history of copper and how it now helps power our daily lives.
Copper and Innovation
Managing a copper mine requires a huge focus on safety and efficiency! The team at Freeport-McMoRan uses data to maximize both safety and efficiency in their mines.
Copper and Sustainability
Copper is an important resource, and the process of mining copper requires the use of other resources. Explore the natural resources used and affected by the hard rock mining process, as well as the steps the industry is taking to minimize impacts and replenish these resources.
Copper and Community
Copper mines can have impacts on their surrounding communities, Learn about how all kinds of community members are considered in mining operations and are critical to the industry and improving communities.
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CLASSROOM ACTIVITIES
Choose from one of the two activities that best meets your classroom needs. View the Educator Guide above to learn more.
Cooper Connects Us | Student Activity
Grades 6-8
Throughout Copper Connects Us, students will explore how copper is a natural resource essential for helping the world meet its future environmental, economic, and societal needs. This activity will explore the many ways copper is used and then create an infographic to visually represent how copper unites and connects us.
Student Activity
Cooper Connects Us | Ready-to-Use Activity
Grades 6-8
Learn about innovations that rely on copper and explain how copper connects us.
Copper and Energy | Student Activity
Grades 6-8
In this Copper Connects Us activity, students will create simple circuits to investigate copper’s conductivity in real life. It will also extend learning as students perform research to better understand exactly how copper and its conductive properties are used in sustainable innovations.
Copper and Energy | Ready-to-Use Activity
Grades 6-8
Learn about the copper's conductive power.
Copper and Innovation | Student Activity
Grades 6-8
In this Copper Connects Us activity, students will deepen their understanding of Copper Leaching through a hands-on activity and discussion. Students will also extend learning by exploring copper innovations that improve sustainability, increase safety and efficiency, and advance technology.
Copper and Innovation | Ready-to-Use Activity
Grades 6-8
Learn about innovations within the copper industry and examine the importance of innovation across all industries.
Copper and Sustainability | Student Activity
Grades 6-8
In this Copper Connects Us activity, students will create a comic that educates others about sustainable mining practices to inspire them to make sustainable choices at home and school!
Copper and Sustainability | Ready-to-Use Activity
Grades 6-8
Learn about sustainable actions made by the copper mining industry.
Copper and Community | Student Activity
Grades 6-8
In this Copper Connects Us activity, students will participate in a hands-on activity that challenges them to think more deeply about the impact companies and industries can have on communities and the people who live in them.
Copper and Community | Ready-to-Use Activity
Grades 6-8
Learn about the role companies can play in community success.