From Outside Looking In

This column changes direction this month with a look at the Earth from orbiting satellites that are looking inward toward Earth to gain a better understanding of the global geographic perspe... See More

This column changes direction this month with a look at the Earth from orbiting satellites that are looking inward toward Earth to gain a better understanding of the global geographic perspective of Earth. Scientists are using data and imagery from these satellites and students can do this as well. The reader learns how one might be able to use this data to help students view changes in the Earth’s surface during different seasons. The resources from NASA and the websites listed help accomplish this task and combine modern real-time technology applications to classroom learning.

Exploring the Earth

This article gives an easy way for students to study the seasons "in person". The article gives many websites where students can observe the earth via satellite. They can see what places a... See More

This article gives an easy way for students to study the seasons "in person". The article gives many websites where students can observe the earth via satellite. They can see what places around the earth look like and what season they are experiencing. What a great way for students to understand and explore the earth!