However, prior to this experience the teacher should create a class email address for all students to be able to use. This could be done using a free Email service like 'Hotmail'. Students formulate their own questions after being taught about the water cycle. Students email their questions to the expert. The experts provide answers to the students' questions.
Students can then compile their information into a report format, including drawings or diagrams.
The information found for this report can contribute to the Weather Measuring Instruments activity. Thanks to Lynelle Rampton and Tina Stewart for the use of their ideas on this page. There are many web sites, including Project Atmosphere, that provide links that offer the opportunity for students to talk directly to weather experts or meteorologists. They could investigate the topic using the Internet and provided web sites. Through looking at the information they collect, they are to develop questions for the guest about their topic area.