World Wind - A global wind overview

By examining a model of current wind patterns in the atmosphere at different levels, students will connect the convection cycles of the atmosphere and the Coriolis effect with land and oceanic temperature differences to better understand how Florida's weather develops.
Resource ID#: 128866 Type: Lesson Plan
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Subject(s): Science
Grade Level(s): 6, 7, 8
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Internet Connection, Interactive Whiteboard
Instructional Time: 50 Minute(s)
Keywords: convection, radiation, global winds
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Virtual Manipulative,  3D Modeling
Resource Collection: FCR-STEMLearn Physical Sciences

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