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Science Update: The Dynamic Atmosphere: Extreme Weather, June 26, 2025
Web Seminar |
Extreme atmospheric events, also known as extreme weather, are unusually severe occurrences that can cause significant damage and disruption. These events can range from heat waves and cold snaps to heavy precipitation…
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Active Learning in the Atmospheric Science Classroom and Beyond Through High-Altitude Ballooning
Journal Article |
This article describes the implementation of high-altitude balloon research into a variety of undergraduate atmospheric science classes as a means of increasing active student engagement in real-world, problem-solving…
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Journal Article |
Explore Earth's atmosphere with an air-pressure activity. The lessons in the unit described in this article meet content objectives from both science and mathematics.
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Science 101: Does the Earth Have Any Natural Ways to Adjust the CO<sub>2</sub> in the Atmosphere?
Journal Article |
This column contains exercises to challenge content knowledge. This month's issue discusses ways to remove CO2 from the atmosphere.
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Blog Post |
I recently took a teaching position, after several years in a different job. I thought I could create a calm, focused atmosphere in my middle school science classes, but some of my students have really annoying and off-…