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Creating and Analyzing Graphs of Tropospheric Ozone
No full textThis lesson is designed to help students gain knowledge in using the MY NASA DATA Live Access Server (LAS) to specify and download a microset of data, then to use the data to compare the ozone levels of selected regions around the world. Students locate and identify geographical regions using latitude and longitude; then, in groups, students create and analyze graphs of ozone levels for the identified location. They identify any differences between the graphs then discuss possible causes. The lesson provides detailed procedure, related links and sample graphs, follow-up questions and extensions, and Teacher Notes. Educational levels: General public
MY NASA DATA: Rock Star Precipitation
No full textThis is a problem-based learning activity in which students pretend they are famous musicians planning a world tour. All performances will be in outdoor amphitheaters. The locations that have been booked so far are: Chile, Venezuela, Greenland and Maine (USA), but no dates have been secured. The students will have to predict the best times to perform in these areas. Detailed procedures, materials, vocabulary linked to an online glossary and teacher notes are provided. Educational levels: Intermediate elementary
MY NASA DATA: Using Radiosonde Data from a Weather Balloon Launch
No full textThis activity allows students to use radiosonde data from a weather balloon launch to distinguish the characteristics of the lower atmosphere. Educational levels: Middle school, High school
MESSENGER for Teachers
No full textMESSENGER is a scientific investigation - by spacecraft - of the planet Mercury. The name comes from "MErcury Surface, Space ENvironment, GEochemistry, and Ranging," highlighting the project's broad range of scientific goals. This website features resources for educators and students to understand the mission and scientific discoveries. Educational modules contain standards-based materials and lesson plans and are based around the three themes of the MESSENGER mission. Additionally, animations, podcasts and movies, interactive games, scientific illustrations and featured postcards of Mercury are developed to target key concepts. Educational levels: General public, High school, Middle school, Primary elementary, Intermediate elementary
Tactile Astronomy: Making the Universe Touchable
No full textThis section of Amazing Space features a library of selected Hubble images that can be printed in a tactile format. The new section features "Images of the Month" - a collection of the latest Hubble images that can be printed on a thermal paper expansion machine, thus allowing the visually impaired to feel what they cannot see. These specially prepared PDFs of Hubble images include text that describes the featured celestial object and what astronomers are learning about it. NOTE: Acrobat Reader can be used to read any of this section's PDFs aloud, including the image files. In the Reader's menu bar, go to "View/Read Out Loud" and choose "Activate Read Out Loud." Then go to "View/Read Out Loud" again, and choose the option to "Read This Page Only." Educational levels: Middle school, High school, Middle school, High school, Informal education
The Rock Cycle
No full textThis interactive simulation from The Layered Earth takes users on a guided tour of the rock cycle, and tests their knowledge as they progress. Educational levels: Middle school, High school
Teach It!
No full textDeep Earth Academy facilitates and develops programs and materials based on scientific ocean drilling expeditions and Earth Systems Science. This collection of curriculum and classroom activities is suitable for all students, K-16. Educational levels: Primary elementary, Intermediate elementary, Middle school, High school, Undergraduate lower division
MY NASA DATA: Hurricane Research
No full textIn this lesson, students use the Live Access Server to research possible trends present in atmospheric and oceanic conditions which may affect future hurricane frequency and or intensity. Students write a summary discussing what steps should be taken, if any, to mitigate the danger of future hurricanes in a selected area. Detailed Procedure and Materials, Vocabulary linked to an On-line glossary, and Teacher Notes are provided. Educational levels: High school
Microwaves in Space?
Get PDFThis fact card presents an overview of cosmic microwaves, and using microwave ovens as a reference point from everyday life. (4" x 6") Educational levels: Middle school, High school, Informal education
MY NASA DATA: Dry Season and 'Green' Season in Costa Rica
No full textIn this lesson, students will use the Live Access Server to access and use historical satellite data for the Costa Rican (Central American) region. Students will examine monthly precipitation averages over three years to look for seasonal patterns. Detailed Procedure and Materials, Vocabulary linked to an On-line glossary, and Teacher Notes are provided. Educational levels: Middle school