Identifying the Key Changing Conditions of the Earth System (Grades 10-12)

In this unit, students investigate temperature cycles, tree rings, CO2 records, and the effects of CO2 on temperature, precipitation and cloud cover to determine the impacts of changing climate on forests. After gathering and analyzing local data,... (View More) (View Less)

Keywords: Climate change

Audience: High school, Informal education
Materials Cost: $1 - $5 per group of students

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The Earth as a System (Grades 10-12)

Students are introduced to the carbon cycle through discussion, modeling and a game. Students then complete activities and investigations on Greenhouse gasses, photosynthesis, cellular respiration and ecosystem services (functions and values of... (View More) (View Less)

Keywords: Carbon cycle; Photosynthesis; Greenhouse effect; Earth system science

Audience: High school, Informal education
Materials Cost: $1 - $5 per group of students

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Lunar Biospheres

Learners will build a biosphere that is a balanced, self-enclosed living system able to run efficiently over a long period of time. This activity is in Unit 3 of the Exploring the Moon teachers guide, which is designed for use especially, but not... (View More) (View Less)