ERIC Number: EJ722773
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2005
Pages: 3
Abstractor: ERIC
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ISSN: ISSN-0887-2376
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How Reliable is the Temperature Forecast?
Christmann, Edwin P.
Science Scope, v28 n7 p62-64 Apr-May 2005
Project 2061 suggests "technology provides the eyes and ears of science--and some of the muscle too. The electronic computer, for example, has led to substantial progress in the study of weather systems...." Obviously, now that teachers have access to a kaleidoscope of technological advancements, middle school science teachers can engage students in classroom activities that are inquiry-based and technology-rich. The activity discussed in this article is designed to let students assess the accuracy of Internet-based weather forecasts through technology-based inquiry. (Contains 5 figures.)
Descriptors: Learning Activities, Class Activities, Science Teachers, Middle Schools, Weather, Climate, Middle School Students, Data Collection, Computer Uses in Education, Science Instruction
National Science Teachers Association, 1840 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22201-3000. Tel: 800-722-6782 (Toll Free); Web site: http://www.nsta.org.
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Middle Schools
Audience: Teachers
Language: English
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