It uses emerging digital satellite technology to distribute satellite imagery data from NASA and NOAA directly into schools. The idea is to encourage educator to use NASA datasets in science, environmental, technology, geography, etc. This project will provide master teachers with experience in integrating the use of NASA datasets into the K-12 curriculum. It involves technology linked to current SOLs. This puts CMS ahead with respect to academic partnerships related to teachers and learning.
Schools receive raw, real time satellite data that they turn into images on their PCs.
Involved Students receive raw, realtime satellite data that they turn into images on their PCs. They can enhance the data any way they wish and compare the products they make to those they find on the Internet. They have the same data the Air Weather Services use and a roomful of equipment built-into their desktop computers. Outcomes to Expect Students are exposed to an entirely new way of learning - one that focuses on their questions, and provides answers at an appropriate, individual pace. Because the students actually have fun using the computers and satellite imagery, they don't even realize that learning is taking place.