A hybrid model of class meetings and in-the-classroom implementation, reflection, and sharing.

30 Contact Hours or 3 Graduate Credit Hour Option [Ashland University] 

Course Instructors: 

Jodi Haney, Xcite Learning

Lynne Hehr, University of Arkansas

Course Title: Investigating Earth’s Atmosphere, Weather, & Climate via the Elementary GLOBE Program. 

Course Description: Join us for an exciting journey into Earth's atmosphere through the engaging Elementary GLOBE Program for K-5 Educators! In this interactive series, you'll explore fascinating topics such as clouds, precipitation, air and surface temperature, weather vs. climate, and guiding students in hands-on investigations. Each session will deepen your knowledge with engaging discussions, hands-on activities, and valuable peer-to-peer sharing of real-world classroom applications. You'll gain practical strategies and FREE instructional materials to implement immediately with your students. As a participant, you will earn your GLOBE Educator certification, empowering you to contribute student-collected atmospheric data to the global GLOBE database. Plus, you'll gain access to NASA resources and learn how to connect your classroom with NASA scientists and other GLOBE classrooms worldwide! Don’t miss this opportunity to inspire young scientists and bring real-world STEM opportunities into your classroom! See Course Agenda/Syllabus: https://tinyurl.com/eglobe25ATM

Tuesdays Beginning March 11, 2025; 7 - 8:30 pm Eastern Time.

March 11, 25; April 8, 22; May 6;

June 3 (this final date for Grad Credit students only). 

Presented online via Zoom [Link sent upon registration approval].

Learner Outcomes 

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

1. Understand Atmospheric Science Concepts

• Explain key atmospheric processes, including clouds, precipitation, air temperature, surface temperature, and the differences between weather and climate.

2. Implement Elementary GLOBE Lessons

• Utilize Elementary GLOBE instructional materials and hands-on activities to engage students in atmospheric investigations.

3. Facilitate Student-Led Research

• Guide students in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting atmospheric data to support scientific inquiry in the classroom.

4. Integrate NASA and GLOBE Resources

• Access and apply NASA educational resources and GLOBE scientific tools to enhance student learning.

5. Contribute to Global Scientific Research

• Submit student-collected atmosphere data to the GLOBE database and use it to support real-world environmental investigations.

6. Collaborate with the GLOBE Community

• Connect with NASA scientists and other GLOBE classrooms worldwide to foster global scientific discussions and collaborative learning experiences.

7. Apply Knowledge to Classroom Instruction

• Design and implement lessons incorporating atmospheric observations, hands-on experiments, and student-driven exploration.

Meet Your Instructors

Lynne Hehr is the retired Director of the University of Arkansas Center for Mathematics and Science Education and the Arkansas NASA Educator Resource Center in Fayetteville, Arkansas. At the University, she was a formal and informal education link between the Arkansas K-12 STEM education and research communities for over 25 years. Her main responsibilities included connecting K-12 students and educators to materials, resources, and personnel while providing professional development for K-20 pre- and in-service educators. Her educational background includes a BS Ed degree in English from Indiana University and a BS and MS research degree in Geology from the University of Arkansas. Before her university years, she taught kindergarten through high school in private and public schools. She has been the President of the Arkansas Science Teacher Association, Conference Chair for the annual state teacher Arkansas Curriculum Conference, and Director of the Northwest Arkansas Regional Science and Engineering Fair. She has served on local and national boards for the advancement of lifelong learners. She has presented hundreds of invited professional development presentations at international, national, state, regional, and local conventions, conferences, institutes, and workshops. Lynne joined GLOBE at its inception in 1995 and is a GLOBE Mentor Trainer, certifying both GLOBE Educators and GLOBE Trainers for nearly 30 years.

Jodi Haney, Professor Emerita (retired but still active) at Bowling Green State University, has a wealth of experience and expertise in teaching, learning, and environmental sustainability. Jodi has taught countless science education, curriculum, and environmental studies courses while at BGSU and as an Adjunct Faculty member at Ashland University. Jodi's educational journey began as a middle and high school science teacher, where she inspired her students with engaging, hands-on learning for over a decade. Her next 30 years were spent on the faculty at BGSU, where she focused on research and strategies to ignite student and teacher motivation, engagement, and deep learning. As the creator, owner, and operator of Xcite Learning, Jodi has worked with over 100 schools, helping educators transform their classrooms with innovative teaching approaches and resources. She is known for her ability to connect with teachers, share practical strategies, and inspire confidence in creating meaningful and engaging learning experiences. Whether you're looking to enhance student engagement, bring sustainability into the classroom, or explore new teaching strategies, Jodi's expertise and approachable style make her a valuable mentor and partner in your professional growth. Jodi joined the GLOBE Program in 1998 and serves as a Mentor Trainer. She also works as a consultant for GLOBE’s U.S. Country Coordination Office.