Primary school

Magma UNESCO Global Geopark is an area with world-class geology. The mineral resources in the bedrock here have been important to the region and have provided the basis for a rich mining history. Learn more about the link between geology, mining and how the characteristic lunar landscape was created through the “Geology and Mining” educational programme.

Geology and Mining

“Geology and Mining” is a new and exciting teaching programme for grades 5 and 8, where pupils get a theoretical and practical introduction to geology and mining history. The teaching is adapted to the learning objectives for each level.

Where: Jøssingfjord Science Museum
Duration: 4-5 hours (can be customised)
Offer: Free full-day programme, offered two weeks every spring and autumn

The programme includes:

• Geology and nature - The geological cycle, with experiments in the laboratory, exhibitions in the museum and excursion opportunities.
• Mining - Mining and mining history, with exhibitions and interactive mining game.
• Rebus race - Repetition of the day's learning outside in majestic surroundings.
• Possibility of bouldering - Teachers must have a climbing licence to use the climbing wall. 

To sign up, please contact Ann Michelle (geologist/facilitator) at
ann@dalanefolkemuseum.no.