Students engage in hands-on, true-to-life research experiences on air quality topics chosen …
Students engage in hands-on, true-to-life research experiences on air quality topics chosen for personal interest through a unit composed of one lesson and five associated activities. Using a project-based learning approach suitable for secondary science classrooms and low-cost air quality monitors, students gain the background and skills needed to conduct their own air quality research projects. The curriculum provides: 1) an introduction to air quality science, 2) data collection practice, 3) data analysis practice, 4) help planning and conducting a research project and 5) guidance in interpreting data and presenting research in professional poster format. The comprehensive curriculum requires no pre-requisite knowledge of air quality science or engineering. This curriculum takes advantage of low-cost, next-generation, open-source air quality monitors called Pods. These monitors were developed in a mechanical engineering lab at the University of Colorado Boulder and are used for academic research as well as education and outreach. The monitors are made available for use with this curriculum through AQ-IQ Kits that may be rented from the university by teachers. Alternatively, nearly the entire unit, including the student-directed projects, could also be completed without an air quality monitor. For example, students can design research projects that utilize existing air quality data instead of collecting their own, which is highly feasible since much data is publically available. In addition, other low-cost monitors could be used instead of the Pods. Also, the curriculum is intentionally flexible, so that the lesson and its activities can be used individually. See the Other section for details about the Pods and ideas for alternative equipment, usage without air quality monitors, and adjustments to individually teach the lesson and activities.
Students are introduced to air masses, with an emphasis on the differences …
Students are introduced to air masses, with an emphasis on the differences between and characteristics of high- versus low-pressure air systems. Students also hear about weather forecasting instrumentation and how engineers work to improve these instruments for atmospheric measurements on Earth and in space.
This picture book is designed to introduce children to the Earth's atmosphere …
This picture book is designed to introduce children to the Earth's atmosphere and its importance to life on Earth. It also introduces how the addition of new gases (e.g., ozone) contributes to changing the quality of air we breathe. With an understanding of how our atmosphere works, we can begin to understand how our activities may be contributing to some of those changes in air quality.
Students learn what causes air pollution and how to investigate the different …
Students learn what causes air pollution and how to investigate the different pollutants that exist, such as toxic gases and particulate matter. They investigate the technologies developed by engineers to reduce air pollution.
NASA's Earth Observatory "Aircraft Contrails" webpage summarizes the key mechanism, measurements, and …
NASA's Earth Observatory "Aircraft Contrails" webpage summarizes the key mechanism, measurements, and predictions of how cirrus clouds produced by contrails contribute to global warming. The page also includes an image showing a large number of contrails produced over the southeastern U. S.
Science Background: An object in flight is constantly engaging in a tug …
Science Background: An object in flight is constantly engaging in a tug of war between the opposing forces of lift, weight (gravity), thrust and drag. Flight depends on these forces – whether the lift force is greater than the weight force and whether thrust is greater than drag (friction) forces. Lift and drag are considered aerodynamic forces because they exist due to the movement of an object (such as a plane) through the air. The weight pulls down on the plane opposing the lift created by air flowing over the wing. Thrust is generated by the propeller (engine) and opposes drag caused by air resistance. During take-off, thrust must counteract drag and lift must counteract the weight before the plane can become airborne. If a plane or bird flies straight at a constant speed: • lift force upwards = weight force downwards (so the plane/bird stays at a constant height) • thrust force forwards = opposing force of drag (so the plane/bird stays at a constant speed).
Akiak is the story of a dog that desires to win the …
Akiak is the story of a dog that desires to win the Iditarod with her owner, Mick. Akiak is injured and is disqualified from finishing the race, but she follows Mich and the team of dogs to the finish line. This lesson provides teachers with support for using text-dependent questions to help students derive big ideas and key understandings while developing vocabulary.
Today we’re going to take a step back from programming and discuss …
Today we’re going to take a step back from programming and discuss the person who formulated many of the theoretical concepts that underlie modern computation - the father of computer science himself: Alan Turing. Now normally we try to avoid “Great Man" history in Crash Course because truthfully all milestones in humanity are much more complex than just an individual or through a single lens - but for Turing we are going to make an exception. From his theoretical Turing Machine and work on the Bombe to break Nazi Enigma codes during World War II, to his contributions in the field of Artificial Intelligence (before it was even called that), Alan Turing helped inspire the first generation of computer scientists - despite a life tragically cut short.
This is a database of lessons and units searchable by content and …
This is a database of lessons and units searchable by content and cultural standards, cultural region and grade level.
Included are lessons and units on: Whouy Sze Kuinalth - "Teaching Our Many Grandchildren" Tauhna Cauyalitahtug - (To Make a Drum) Math Story Problems St. Lawrence Island Rain Parka Winds and Weather Willow Driftwood Snowshoes Moose Plants of the Tundra Animal Classification for Yup'ik Region Rabbit Snaring The Right Tool for the Job - Fishing Tools and Technology Blackfish Family Tree Medicinal Plants of the Kodiak Alutiiq Archipelago Beaver in Interior Alaska Digging and Preparing Spruce Roots Moose in Interior Alaska Birds Around the Village Dog Salmon
This site also has the "Handbook for Culturally Responsive Science Curriculum".
Resources for compiling and exchanging information related to Alaska Native knowledge systems …
Resources for compiling and exchanging information related to Alaska Native knowledge systems and ways of knowing. Includes: publications, curriculum resources, Native Educators Associations, cultural atlases and talking maps, cultural resources.
As the environmental, economic, and political consequences of climate change are felt …
As the environmental, economic, and political consequences of climate change are felt in Alaska, the Arctic, and throughout the world, we have much to learn from both the traditional knowledge of Native peoples and ongoing scientific research. These two methods of observing nature and solving the challenges of survival can provide complementary perspectives on these issues. This collection looks at Alaska’s unique geology and the impact of development and climate change using both of these tools, and features Alaska Native scientists who are working toward solutions.
Collections to explore: - Traditional Way of Knowing (spirit, air, fire, water, earth) - Earth as a System (atmosphere, biosphere, cryosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere)
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Tradition and technology come together in this lesson in which students learn …
Tradition and technology come together in this lesson in which students learn about Alaskan animals through Native American tales and their own online research.
As reduced sea ice conditions bring increased shipping and development opportunities to …
As reduced sea ice conditions bring increased shipping and development opportunities to the Arctic, Alaska Native Village Corporations are at the table with resource developers, representing the interests of their people and land.
Tribal communities in southeastern Alaska are partnering with federal and state agencies …
Tribal communities in southeastern Alaska are partnering with federal and state agencies to investigate increasing harmful algal bloomsevents that pose human health risks to subsistence harvesters.
Although this free resource was developed with the state of Alaska in …
Although this free resource was developed with the state of Alaska in mind, it includes a tremendous amount of great information and strategies that apply to the teaching of reading universally. A definite must-have for your toolkit!
This playbook combines decades of nationwide research with examples and resources developed by educators in the state of Alaska. You’ll find an introduction to phonological awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension. You will also find links to valuable resources where you can continue to deepen your knowledge.
First Nations and Métis - Alberta Perspective Included is information on: Aboriginal …
First Nations and Métis - Alberta Perspective
Included is information on: Aboriginal Peoples Treaties Biographies of prominent First Nations chiefs Aboriginal Place Names First Nations and Métis Images Resources and Links Glossary
"Alberta Native News has been an outstanding source of Aboriginal news and …
"Alberta Native News has been an outstanding source of Aboriginal news and viewpoints since 1984 distributing 12,000 copies monthly to all First Nation and Inuit communities, Metis settlements and Friendship Centres throughout Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Northern BC, the Yukon, Nunavut and Northwest Territories.
Alberta Native News is a monthly, independent tabloid newspaper that features national and regional news and focuses on issues that are important to the Aboriginal communities across the country."
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