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Real World: Earth Systems

Launchpad: Clouds and Earth's Radiation Budget
Levels
  • Introductory (K-5)
  • Intermediate (6-8)
  • Advanced (9-12+)
Material Type
  • Activity/Hands-on
  • Film/Documentary/Show
Heliophysics Big Ideas
  • Big Idea 1.3 – The Sun’s energy drives Earth’s climate…
  • Big Idea 3.2 – Energy from the Sun is created in the core…
NGSS
  • ESS2 - Earth's Systems
Heliophysics Topics
  • Energy
  • Ecosystem
  • Atmosphere
Related Missions
  • Landsat (Earth)
  • PACE (Earth)
Material Cost per Learner Free
Language English

Multimedia | Grades K-12+ | This educational video resource helps students explore Earth systems and STEM careers through engaging interviews with real NASA scientists. Educators can integrate this tool into science lessons to illustrate real-world applications of the Next Generation Science Standards, focusing on Earth's energy budget, ecosystems, and climate dynamics. By watching student-led discussions, learners gain direct insight into how scientific concepts are applied in the field, making it an excellent kickoff for classroom debates, research projects, or career exploration modules.

Credit: NASA eClips

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