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  • Climate Physics

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    Numerous connections exist between climate science and topics normally covered in physics and physical science courses. For instance, lessons on heat and light can be used to introduce basic climate science, and the…

  • Practical Research: Sound Practices in Climate Change Education

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    This column describes strategies for applying best research-based practices. This article provides three strategies for promoting effective climate change education.

  • A Record of Climate Change

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    The hydrologic cycle is a very basic scientific principle. In this article, background information is presented on how the hydrologic cycle provides scientists with clues to understanding the history of Earth’s climate…

  • Modeling Earth's Climate

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    This article describes an online climate change curriculum that incorporates dynamic computer models that enable students to visualize the complex interactions related to climate change science. Students learn how…

  • Cruising the Climate With Spreadsheets

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    Electronic spreadsheets and online weather databases are excellent tools for making real-world comparisons of local, national, and global climate trends. The activities described in this article incorporate these tools…

  • Career of the Month: Climate Scientist

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    This column shares interviews with professionals using science in the workplace. This month’s issue describes Melissa Allen's career path to becoming a climate scientist.

  • Science 2.0: Project Climate

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    For this issue’s “New Web Tools and Technology” theme, the authors thought it appropriate to showcase one innovative web project in depth. Ben Wildeboer, a science teacher in Connecticut, agreed to talk with them about…

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