Learning Journey
Empathize
HS-ESS3-5
Students will collaborate with local meteorologists and environmental NGOs to gather insights on the physical properties of fluids affecting local weather, empathize with community needs regarding climate challenges, and document their findings and reflections in their digital portfolios.
Days 1 - 3
Deliverables
Interactive Climate Data Story Map
Due: Week 1, Day 2
Students will design a digital story map using geoscience data, merging community interviews and visualizations to... more
Define
HS-ESS3-5
Students will analyze their empathy work to clearly define the specific local weather-related problem affected by climate change, synthesizing their findings into a clear problem statement to guide the next phase of ideation.
Days 4 - 7
Deliverables
Weather Impact Storyboard
Due: Week 2, Day 3
Students create a storyboard that visually outlines the local weather-related problem they are defining. This tool... more
Collaborative Research Presentation
Due: Week 2, Day 2
In small groups, students present their findings on local weather-related problems affected by climate change. Thi... more
Ideate
HS-ESS3-5
Students will brainstorm and generate diverse ideas for weather prediction models and community presentations, using research insights from past weather events and climate impacts, setting the stage for prototypes that integrate fluid dynamics and local data.
Days 8 - 11
Deliverables
Interactive Climate Change Impact Poster
Due: Week 3, Day 3
Students will design an interactive poster that illustrates the impact of a specific weather event, incorporating ... more
Prototype
HS-ESS3-5
Students will create low-fidelity prototypes of their weather prediction models using real-time data, incorporating feedback from peers and community partners, and refine their digital portfolios with reflections on the design process to prepare for the upcoming testing phase.
Days 12 - 14
Deliverables
Weather Prediction Prototype Presentation
Due: Week 5, Day 1
Students will present their low-fidelity weather prediction models to peers and community partners, explaining how... more
Test
HS-ESS3-5
Students will present their interactive digital maps and weather prediction models to community partners and peers, gather feedback through surveys and Q&A sessions, and refine their projects based on the input received, culminating in polished presentations for the 'SuperWeather Event TV Announcement' exhibition.
Days 15 - 18
Deliverables
SuperWeather Event TV Announcement
Due: Week 6, Day 1
Students will create and deliver a TV announcement-style presentation, incorporating skits or short films that ill... more