Instructional Video

The Climate Wild Card

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If Earth didn't have clouds, the global temperature would be at least 22 degrees Fahrenheit warmer. Viewers examine the importance of clouds on temperature, climate, and global warming. The video describes the current impact of clouds and their role as the climate changes.

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CCSS: Adaptable
NGSS: Designed
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Instructional Ideas
  • Create a map changing any land areas less than six feet above sea level to water and discuss the impact on humans
  • Graph the global temperature change over the last few centuries
Classroom Considerations
  • Relies on prior knowledge of greenhouse gases
Pros
  • Includes English and Spanish versions for English learners
  • Video is available for streaming or downloading to share later
Cons
  • None