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ISSUE 11 NOVEMBER 2024
Welcome to Earthrise
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Apollo 8, the first crewed mission to the Moon, entered lunar orbit Christmas Eve, Dec. 24, 1968. That evening, the astronauts - Commander Frank Borman, Command Module Pilot Jim Lovell, and Lunar Module Pilot William Anders - held a live broadcast from lunar orbit in which they showed pictures of Earth and the Moon as seen from their spacecraft. Credits: NASA | |
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Earthrise is an initiative launched by NASA in cooperation with federal and nonfederal partners to elevate Earth and climate science in the classroom. Each monthly edition focuses on a new theme, such as air quality, oceans, and agriculture.
November 2024 Issue:
Agriculture and Climate
This month’s Earthrise issue is all about the intersection of climate and agriculture. Did you know that Earth observations are essential to strengthening food security, supporting market stability, and protecting human livelihoods? Communities around the globe leverage Earth science data to improve agricultural resilience, bolster food security, and reduce price volatility for vulnerable groups. Explore the resources below to share these applications with your students.
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NASA and Agriculture
(Grades 5-12)
Learn how farmers use Earth science data to manage their crops, water their fields, and make decisions in a changing climate.
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Agriculture: A River Runs Through It (Grades 5-12)
U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) scientists involved in the National Water Quality Assessment Study of Agricultural Chemical Transport outline agricultural effects on water quality in the Mississippi Delta region.
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The GLOBE Program's Agriculture Bundle
(All Grade Levels)
Agriculture is the backbone of communities and countries around the world. Use this bundle of Global Learning and Observations to Benefit the Environment (GLOBE) Program protocols with your students to explore sustainable practices in agriculture and the significance of Earth science data.
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Where Is the Water: Agriculture (Grades K-8)
This educational poster illustrates agricultural water use, how water moves, and different ways water is used both naturally and through human interaction.
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Computing Vegetation Health With MyNASAData (Grades 6-12)
Explore the density of green vegetation by exploring the Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI) in your area, a way to monitor the health of vegetation and monitor ecosystems for disturbances.
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GLOBE Connections: Plant Growth Patterns (Grades 6-12)
Explore plant growth patterns through GLOBE protocols, including the Green-Down Protocol, which helps students monitor change at the end of the plant growing season, and the Green-Up Protocol, which helps students monitor budburst and leaf growth in the spring.
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Where Is the Water: Lesson Plan (Grades 6-8)
Students will investigate and compare where water is stored and how it moves in six different environments: deserts, forests, urban areas, suburban areas, coastlines, and agricultural regions.
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Pumpkin Patch Paradox (Grades 9-12)
Pumpkins are a staple of the autumn season, and pumpkin-picking is a tradition enjoyed by many across the U.S. Learn more about pumpkin production, including climate change impacts on pumpkin production, and how farmers are adapting their practices to produce pumpkins in a changing climate.
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How Does Land-Based Pollution Threaten Coral Reefs? (All Grade Levels)
Many serious coral reef ecosystem stressors originate from land-based sources, most notably toxicants, sediments, and nutrients. Learn more about land-based sources of pollution that impact coral growth and how you can take action to protect the reefs.
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NOAA Teacher at Sea (Full-time Educators)
NOAA’s Teacher at Sea Program offers educators a unique opportunity to join NOAA scientists aboard an ocean research vessel as a member of the science team. This opportunity is open to all full-time educators, formal or informal, of any age level and subject. All application materials are due Monday, Dec. 2.
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SMART Scholarship: Elevating Future Leaders in STEM (High School Seniors)
The Science, Mathematics, and Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship-for-Service Program, funded by the Department of Defense, is a combined educational and workforce development opportunity for STEM students. The Dellums SMART Scholarship for high school seniors is accepting applications through Friday, Dec. 6.
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