NASA eClips: Our World: ICESat-2 Measures Ice Sheets

Kristen Erickson (NASA Official), Shannon Verstynen (Editor) , NASA eClips

A short video on the satellite ICESat-2 and what it measures (ice).

Video length is 4:40 min

This Video builds on the following concepts of Climate Literacy.

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This would fit well with a larger lesson the climate and/or uses of satellite technology.

The video covers the basics of how measuring earth's ice can allow scientists to understand the climate and climate changes.
It elaborates on the use of satellites, specifically ICESat-2, and how it is used to take measurements of the ice and map it.
The video was published in 2013, but the details within are still relevant and have not changed (though ICESat-2 launched in September 2018).
Passed initial science review - expert science review pending.

The list of vocabulary words used in the video are useful for both teachers and students.
The video itself shares a clear representation for students to understand what is happening to the ice in the Arctic as a result of climate change.
The video is engaging and a good resource for elementary level students, it offers expert interviews as well as incorporates male and female researchers.

A caption file can be downloaded and linked to a downloaded copy of the video. This may be challenging depending on one's familiarity with their particular media player.

Entered the Collection: August 2020 Last Reviewed: June 2020