Bridge - Lesson Plan Collections For lesson plans and activities on a particular subject, be sure to check indepth content for a variety of meteorology topics and includes a multimedia http://www.marine-ed.org/bridge/lesson.html
Extractions: This section links to sites with curriuclum units and large collections of lesson plans and/or classroom activities. For lesson plans and activities on a particular subject , be sure to check the appropriate ocean science topic page. K-12 Elementary Middle School High School K-12 Gulf of Maine Research Institute - A collection of over 100 webpages of information and classroom activities covering: oceans, human impact, weather, satellite imagery, remote sensing, Antarctica, global climate change, lobsters, turtles, freshwater issues and more. SEA K-12 Lesson Plans - From the people that brought you SEA Semester, here is a collection of 16 lesson plans covering marine biology, oceanography, nautical science, and marine ecology. Sustainable Seas Classroom Ideas - "This site is amazing! There is so much to do you'll have trouble getting through it in one sitting. I've had to keep going back into the site as I think of new topics that will come up in our curriculum this year. The lessons and graphics are great-and are printer friendly which makes it easier to copy for use in the classroom. It's really helpful to show students what "real" oceanographers and other scientists are up to. This is a really fun site!" Kimberly, Teacher Grades 9-12 EPA's Environmental Education Center - Find curricula and activities on water (including oceans, rivers and watersheds), air, ecosystems, recycling, conservation, and human health. In addition, you can also link to education grants, awards, scholarships, workshops and community service projects.
WI Weather Stories - Lesson Plans About the Project Severe Weather Stories Sayings/Beliefs Occupation/meteorology lesson plans Resources/Links http://cimss.ssec.wisc.edu/wi_weather_stories/lesson_plans/Dylan_weather.html
Extractions: Data Analysis for Heat Wave Project Dylan Mathieu Summer 2003 Introduction Although there is no exact scientific definition of a heat wave, meteorologists tend to agree that a heat wave constitutes several consecutive days of extremely high temperatures. Often, this heat is accompanied by high levels of humidity, which further the negative effects of the high temperatures upon the body, making the temperature intolerable. Heat waves are very dangerous to humans, in fact, along with frigid cold of winter, heat is considered to be the deadliest natural hazard in America. While a heat wave poses few visible threats, unlike a tornado or thunderstorm, it causes damage by taxing a human beyond his or her limits. Under normal conditions, the body produces perspiration, which evaporates, thereby cooling the body. There are several negative effects of a heat wave, and certain categories of people are more susceptible to these dangers than others. The first condition people often suffer from is heat cramps. While not dangerous, these are the first sign that the heat is affecting the body.
Lesson Plans - Why It's Essential Select lesson Plan. Why It s Essential, Big Island Pool Igneous Rocks and theAnatomy of a Volcano Geography, earth science, meteorology http://www.nationalgeographic.com/xpeditions/lessons/07/gk2/seasons.html
Extractions: Why It's Essential Big Island Pool: Igneous Rocks and the Anatomy of a Volcano El Niño: More Than Just Hot Air? How's the Weather Today? Introduction to Waves Introduction to the Grand Canyon Prepare Yourself! Splish, Splash: Water's Journey to My Glass Complete Index Why It's Essential Overview: Since the changing seasons are an integral part of students' lives, it's important that students understand the differences between the seasons in their region. They are probably already aware of the significant differences, such as temperature variations and seasonal household chores, but they may not have thought about the more subtle differences, such as changes in foods available at the market and the length of the days. This lesson will ask them to think about all of these aspects of the seasons. Connections to the Curriculum: Geography, earth science, meteorology Connections to the National Geography Standards: Standard 7: "The physical processes that shape the patterns of Earth's surface" Time: Three to four hours Materials Required: Objectives: Students will discuss their experiences with and knowledge of the four seasons;
A2 Meteorology meteorology can be seriously hard stuff to get your head round. Although there sless of a need to be able to lesson plans / IDEAS (29 and counting ) http://www.geographypages.co.uk/a2met.htm
Extractions: 'A2' METEOROLOGY Oh dear, this is where things start getting serious on your A2 course. Meteorology can be seriously hard stuff to get your head round. Although there's less of a need to be able to visualise the atmosphere in its myriad levels of detail now with the A2, it's still a challenging topic. The students still need to reconcile the local 'microclimate' scale with the globe-encircling Rossby Waves and the tri-cellular model. The fact that there are processes going on which cannot be seen tends to create problems. Despite this, the last few years have seen at least one of our students aiming for a career in this direction - it must be the inspirational teaching. Also a previous student recently won a prestigious prize for his work on aircraft contrails and global warming. Start by keeping an eye on the weather forecast, and try to see how the weather changes according to reasonably predictable patterns, depending on the pressure situation, and the relative position of High and Low pressure systems. Note that when fronts pass over the country it tends to rain on those days, whereas High pressure brings drier settled conditions. Unless you get anticyclonic gloom of course. Go HERE for information on the storms of October 2002, which could be a good case study of the effect of a low pressure system on human activity.
The Teacher's Corner - Teacher Resources - Lesson Plans lesson plans! Thematic Units! Seasonal/Subject Activities! They can alsoanalyze a weather map and learn more about careers in meteorology. http://www.theteacherscorner.net/thematicunits/weather.htm
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Resources 3http//www.met.fsu.edu/explores/skillmenu.html Basic meteorology w/ greatactivities Many well-organized links to weather resources and lesson plans http://k12science.ati.stevens-tech.edu/k12partner98/meteorology/resources.html
Extractions: Meteorology Resources http://k12science.stevens-tech.edu/weather/ - Ihor's well-developed workshop page http://iwin.nws.noaa.gov/iwin/graphicsversion/bigmain.html - National Weather Service IWIN Homepage http://climate.rutgers.edu/stateclim - Current NJ weather and more; climate too http://www.onesky.umich.edu http://www.epa.gov/airnow/ - EPA AIR NOW - ozone monitoring http://adds.awc-kc.noaa.gov/ http://www.met.fsu.edu/explores/skillmenu.html - Basic meteorology w/ great activities http://www.ametsoc.org/AMS/ http://www.usatoday.com/weather/wteach.htm - USAToday: lots of resources http://www.whnt19.com/kidwx/ http://groundhog.sprl.umich.edu/curriculum/ - Weather underground http://athena.wednet.edu/curric/weather/index.html - Extensive lessons http://www.stemnet.nf.ca/CITE/themes.html - Gander Academy resources http://ww2010.atmos.uiuc.edu/(Gh)/guides/crclm/act/home.rxml http://storm.atmos.uiuc.edu/covis2/visualizer/surface.html - Allows you to draw weather maps with a variety of options http://weather.unisys.com/surface/index.html - Source of current weather http://twister.sbs.ohio-state.edu/text/wximages/us/natmap.gif
General Science Samples For Self Assessment lesson plans ( including student work ) from a broad range of topics that pertainto the Attend NHSTA meteorology Workshop. Take Data Streme Course http://www.ed.state.nh.us/education/doe/organization/instruction/HQT/generalscie
Extractions: In the area of fundamental knowledge, the candidate shall have the ability to: (1.a) Explain concepts, solve problems, and perform laboratory techniques at an introductory level, equivalent to at least a year of study in each of the following areas: (1.a.1) Life Science; * College Courses Biology At least two college courses (with labs) with a minimum of three (3) credits each. * Life Experiences Present evidence of Learning Experiences that would provide knowledge of : Biology: Classification, Evolution, Life Span, Growth and Development Genetics: Basic genetics, DNA, mitosis Botany: Plant parts and functions, Identification, Classification Environmental Science: food chains/webs/pyramids, habitats, energy transfer, pollution, sustainability, succession, ecosystems, symbiosis Cells: structures and function; carbohydrates, fats, and proteins Body Systems: Nervous, Endocrine, Digestive, Reproductive, Skeletal, Muscular, Circulatory, Excretory
Science lesson plans, games, and projects (K12). meteorology/Weather Physical Sciencelesson plans, Discovery School lesson plans for physical science http://its.leesummit.k12.mo.us/science.htm
Extractions: Universe This page contains links to outside sources. The Lee's Summit R-7 School District is not responsible for any content housed/published on those sites. Active Science Interactive modules that demonstrate various science topics (K-8) Biology/ Planetary Science Label Download diagrams which can be labeled; definitions/ descriptions are provided (K-12) DIG STATS Resources, activities, and lessons on descriptive and inferential statistics and graphical analysis (7-12) Electric Teacher Resources for 26 science topics (K-8) First Gov for Kids Annotated lists of links to Environment, Health, Plants and Animals, Science and Math, Space (K-6) Games for the Science Curriculum Several fun templates that make creating science games easy (K-12) How Everyday Things are Made If you've ever wondered how things are made - products like candy, cars, airplanes, or bottles, this sites for you (K-12) Hunkin's Experiments Experiments with food, light, sound, clothes, science, and more (K-8)
Science Web Sites For Teachers meteorology. Weather lesson plans for Elementary Teachers lesson plans andlinks to weather web sites. The University of Michigan Weather Underground http://www.sldirectory.com/teachf/scied.html
Extractions: Resources for Teachers and Parents Go Back: Virtual Middle School Library Home Resources for Teachers and Parents Menu / Science Science Education Menu: General Science Resources Astronomy and Space Exploration Biology Chemistry, Physics and Technology ... Oceanography The National Science Education Standards - Prepared by the National Research Council. The text includes standards for teaching, content, assessment, and professional development. Benchmarks for Science Literacy - What students should know about science, math, and technology by the time they graduate from high school. This guide to instruction and the writing of a curriculum has been developed by the American Association for the Advancement of Science. The Eisenhower National Clearinghouse for the improvement of Math and Science Teaching - Lesson plans, links to science web sites, and professional development. SciCentral - A directory of over 50,000 science sites on the internet, and a special section for K-12 sites. This is a good place to keep up with science in the news. The Science Spot - This site is written by a middle school science teacher and contains lots of science lesson plans, links to science web sites, and projects for a science club or class.
Extractions: While studying weather in their science class, one way to help students understand the scientific terms and processes involved in the study of weather is to have the students assume the role of meteorologists and make reports to the class as if they were a television weather reporter. Having students work in a project-based learning structure, in cooperative learning groups, on real world tasks, helps them to engage in the learning process of a subject with increased motivation as they become the directors of their own learning. While studying weather in the science class the teacher should divide the students into teams of 3. The teacher will bring in video samples of TV weather reports, and discuss with the class the broadcast techniques and meteorology elements of these weather reports. Each team's responsibility will be to research the various terms and processes involved in the basic weather cycle by using print, multimedia, and Internet resources along with possibly interviewing a local TV meteorologist or weather reporter. The students will then storyboard a 2-3 minute simulated weather forecast for their region. Once the storyboard is created the students will then tape, edit and author their weather report using Ulead VideoStudio, and then present their report to the class.
Extractions: If trudging through your textbook to study and complete homework assignments has become a frustrating grind, then get ready for a smooth ride to higher test scores and outstanding grades with The Princeton Review's High School Earth Science Review. The book's text tells it to you straight, thoroughly explaining the important topics you'll need to understand to prepare for quizzes and tests, complete homework assignments effectively and earn higher grades. The guide covers: The Exosphere; The Earth, Moon and Sun; The Atmosphere; The Hydrosphere; The Cryosphere; The Earth's Crust: Plate Tectonics; Rocks and Minerals; Weathering and Erosion; The Earth's History. Also included are two practice exams that feature the types of questions and problems that appear on in-class tests. 2. High School Earth Science Tutor (High School Tutors) by M. Fogiel, Paperback: 360 pages, Research and Education Association
Science And Technology Lesson Plans Investigation Wind Energy Handson lesson plans from The Franklin Institute Science Students learn about the science of meteorology by taking weather http://www.linktolearning.com/sciences_plans.htm
Science Lesson Plans And Resources meteorology About 30 lesson plans from The Educator s Reference Desk. Weather EyeWeather lesson plans for elementary and secondary levels. The Weather Unit http://www.cloudnet.com/~edrbsass/edsci.htm
Extractions: Science Lesson Plans and Resources This page provides links to lesson plans and resources for all grade levels and all science areas typically taught in K-12 schools. Click on a topic from the list below. If you need lesson plans for health or nutrition, click here. If you need science homework help, click here. All links on this page were checked and updated October 30, 2004. Multi-Subject Science Pages;
For Geography Teachers Educational Outreach for Teachers science of meteorology lessons and data The Five Themes of Geography - with lesson plans for teaching the 5 themes http://members.aol.com/bowermanb/teach.html
ACES Outreach standpoint, the lesson plans will focus on meteorology, weather, The lessonplans will be designed to teach meteorology and forecasting concepts. http://aces.msfc.nasa.gov/outreach.html
Earth Science Resources Science curriculum lesson plans that use remotesensing data, quicktime movies Great site devoted to correcting misconceptions in meteorology education. http://www.mrflint.com/resources/earth/
Extractions: Andrew Cohen's Page A great site with many general geoscience links. Earth Science Lesson Plans (AskERIC) Great site featuring lesson plans from the ERIC project. (Kathy Schrock) Excellent site for curricular enhancement and professional growth. Project Athena Science curriculum lesson plans that use remote-sensing data, quicktime movies, and data sets containing current scientific information relating to oceans, the atmosphere, and astronomy for teaching students of all ages. Space Science Lesson Plans (AskERIC) Great site featuring lesson plans from the ERIC project. United States Geologic Survey (USGS) Geology Busy Teachers' Geology WebSite Excellent lesson plan site including ideas for all disciplines and ages Canada's SchoolNet - Geology Great site with good geology education sites from our friends north of the border. Earthquakes A site which gives data for world wide earthquakes for the past few days. Mineralogy Database An online database of minerals (listed by IMA approved mineral names and variety names). Very comprehensive and easily searchable. National Mining Association National Geophysical Data Center Gopher VolcanoWorld Resource site for learning about volcanoes. Contains real-time volcano information including an interactive clickable map of active volcanoes worldwide and remote sensing satellite images. Includes HyperStudio lesson plans on volcanoes for teaching all grade levels.
Science Educator's Toolbox The focus is on teacher resources, lesson plans and projects students can meteorology Guide the online guides The Online meteorology Guide is a http://www.kpbsd.k12.ak.us/sciencesites.htm
Extractions: Learning adventures in Earth and Space science from a NASA-sponsored partnership of museums, researchers and educators. Recycling Lesson Plans The following lesson plans were prepared Carl Hursh by the Bureau of Land Recycling and Waste Management to illustrate a variety of recycling concepts for grades Kindergarten through 12. Each lesson plan is marked for its intended grade level. Science Activities Manual: K-8 The Science Activities Manual: K - 8 has been written to aid in the adaptation of the Tennessee Science Curriculum
Napa County Office Of Education Calendar, lesson plans, BTSA, Websites Location, Contact Info, Staff, Board, To improve meteorology instruction in K12 classrooms, the National http://www.ncoe.k12.ca.us/teachers/
Extractions: Aside from the desire and need to assist with relief, Hurricane Katrina presents an opportunity to deliver our mandated curriculum standards via a vehicle that is relevant, real-life, meaningful, motivational, and that incorporates many 21st century skills. You will find ample information, ideas and resources here to design and deliver a powerful interdisciplinary, project-based unit, and you can be assured that you will be able to teach your required content standards within this incredibly relevant and timely theme. Hurricane Katrina PowerPoint > -brainstorming ideas for this unit. I have started using PowerPoint to outline and brainstorm my unit themes. Here is a PowerPoint I have just started on Hurricane Katrina. It is going to become much more developed within the next few days, but it should give you some good ideas, anyway. I hope you'll keep checking back to see how it develops. Sample Concept Map/Brainstorming > ideas for this unit. - Inspiration and Kidspiration are excellent tools for educators and their students. Here is a concept map I have begun to develop as I brainstorm all the possible connections for a unit on Hurricane Katrina and its Aftermath. As you can see, it has a long way to go, but it can serve as an example of how you can map a theme. Please go to this page to read my recommendations on webbing a theme, and why and how you should do it! This map will be updated shortly.
Some K-12 Educational Resources Not much meteorology here but still perhaps useful. lesson plans Worksheets -Teacher s lesson plans - WebQuests - Primary Teacher Resources - Math lesson http://www.atmos.albany.edu/deas/k12.html
Extractions: Interactive weather laboratory aimed at the middle school level, but useful to other groups as well. SciJinks "Weather Laboratory" introduces the fundamentals of weather phenomena and the agencies' efforts to monitor earth's environment, atmosphere and climate. SciJinks will eventually add other topics related to technology, space and Earth sciences. Information about the American Meterological Society (AMS) DataStreme Project for K-12 teachers. Also see the AMS Project ATMOSPHERE . Here is the Brockport mirror site , the NSF mirror site , and the AMS mirror for the DataStreme Project. GLOBE: Global Learning and Observations to Benefit the Environment. Daily environmental measurements shared among schools worldwide. Visualizations of this data, and some educational materials based on it, are available. LEARN: Laboratory Experience in Atmospheric Research at NCAR. Uses the "cycle" theme to introduce the atmosphere as a whole, climate, the greenhouse effect, global climate change, and ozone. Mostly aimed at middle school level.
Nearctica - Education - Teaching Resources - Weather A large collection of lesson plans and other resources on meteorology and theweather in general. Postix SingleConcept Digital Posters. http://www.nearctica.com/educate/lesson/weather.htm
Extractions: Teaching Resources - Weather Special Segments Butterflies of North America Conifers of North America Eastern Birds List of N.A. Insects Home Eastern Wildflowers General Topics Natural History Ecology Family Environment Evolution Home Education Home Conservation Geophysics Paleontology Commercial Organizations Don't be too Flaky . Center for Astrophysics Research in Antarctica. An experiment comparing the volume of snow compared to the liquid water that results when the snow melts. Education Index . The Weather Channel. A tremendous educational resource with lesson plans, activities, materials, and curricula related to the weather. The Forecast Factory . NASA Goddard Institute for Space Studies. The principles of weather forecasting are taught through the medium of staging a four act play. Irving Elementary School's Weather Science Projects 1997 . A series of projects developed at this school. Kids' Snow Page . The Teel Family. A very nice page with a series of activities for kids to learn about snow and snow crystals. Learn how to observe snow crystals and make your own snow flakes from paper. There are other experiments and activities. Live from Earth and Mars . University of Washington. A number of weather related educational resources may be found at this site. National Weather Report Module . Skymath. A project where students learn to produce a national weather report and in the process make direct observations and record and interpret raw data.
