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There is more to the water cycle than simply rain and evaporation! The first installment in a four-part series explores the solar heating of the ocean through three satellite animations. The animations offer different views of the earth while showing the infrared temperatures.
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Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
- Create a guided notes document with questions for pupils to answer as they view the videos
- Pause after each video to discuss observations as a class
Classroom Considerations
- It's best if learners are able to view the animations independently to pause and rewind as needed
Pros
- Uses actual satellite data, which adds validity to the information
- Includes a summary of the important learning
Cons
- None