As a teacher with a classroom full of students we appreciate the inconvenience this can cause. Therefore, when plans do change we will try to help you turn these events into teachable moments. Research ideas, problem solving models and other alternatives and suggestions will be provided on-line. At the very least we will keep you abreast of developments by posting updates according the schedule. While changes in plans cause familiar disadvantages, there are also advantages.
Unexpected events can generate much enthusiasm in the classroom.
Also, students are sure to gain an appreciation for the challenges scientists face in doing their work a scientist can lose an entire year s research in many instances. In fact, that is the best part of Journey North. The students are learning about things that are happening right now in their world. This is inherently motivating, just as the content of migratory animals is.