We also offer this class for graduation credit only. The basic standards are covered although at a slower pace. I plan on modifying this project for that class but haven't decided exactly how yet. I need to simplify the number of parts to the entire project. The basic concepts of the physics and weather have been covered.
Students really do know more than they think they do.
This is a large undertaking, and the teacher can serve as the one who can keep the big picture in focus. This project is assessed by students and teacher. There are rubrics for both. Students assess themselves and each of their team members for the group skills, cooperation and participation. They also have a rubric for peer assessment of the presentations.