Instructional Video

Tsunami Propagation

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Could an earthquake in Japan cause flooding in Hawaii or even Chile? Real-time earthquake data from 2011 helped create a computer simulation for future tsunami warnings. Watching the anticipated areas of flooding and the actual tsunami impact across the entire Pacific over a short 36-hour period creates a level of respect for nature. The video exists as one piece in a larger series from PBS 6-8 Story of Earth.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Point out where the video shows the elapsed time
  • Debate where and how many sensors should be installed in the oceans
Classroom Considerations
  • Video does not include sound
Pros
  • Requires very little class time
  • Links to many related lessons for extended learning
Cons
  • None