Author Description

Product Description This historical geology laboratory book is based on twenty years of experience in geology (teaching physical and historical geology). The author utilized different methods and recent techniques in order to facilitate student learning and make learning sciences easy and fun. This laboratory book utilizes hands-on samples, geologic maps, Google Earth, geographic information systems (GIS), remote sensing, aerial photographs, and virtual field trips in every laboratory. About the Author Dr. Sulaiman Abushagur currently teaches Physical Geology and Historical Geology courses at El Paso Community College. He graduated from The University of Texas with a Ph.D. in Geological Sciences in 1992. He has earned the following awards: *Bruce Davidson Award in recognition of scholarly activity and leadership, UTEP, 1988-89 * Outstanding Achievement Award, EPCC, 2002 * Faculty Achievement Award, EPCC, 2006 * NAISOD Excellence Award Recipient, EPCC, 2006 * NAISOD Excellence Award Medallion, University of Texas at Austin, 2006