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This video provides entertaining animations about the similarities and differences between weather and climate. It is very simple and fast. References are provided at the end of the video.

Video length is 1:14 min

Learn more about Teaching Climate Literacy and Energy Awareness»


Grade Level

Online Readiness

Topics

Climate Literacy

This Video builds on the following concepts of Climate Literacy.

Click a topic below for supporting information, teaching ideas, and sample activities.

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Teaching Tips | Science | Pedagogy | Technical Details

Teaching Tips

  • Unpacking this short video could easily take a full class period. Comparing the weather and climate in multiple places instead of just two would help better establish these concepts with students. Consider having students research two places in pairs and then discuss findings in small groups or as a class.

About the Content

  • Students learn that weather is what's happening now, and that climate is based on a longer trend of weather patterns.
  • While short, this video includes many complex topics. The science is accurate, but many concepts may need more explanation.
  • Passed initial science review - expert science review pending.

About the Pedagogy

  • This one-minute video contains a lot of information. Using the teaching tips, background essay, and supportive materials will help teachers work through this content with students. The video compares Utah to Thailand very quickly (in about 20 seconds). Unpacking this comparison through a deeper discussion of comparative weather and climate may be helpful.
  • The animations represent the learning outcomes well.

Technical Details/Ease of Use

  • Teachers need to have an account with PBS to access the additional materials associated with the video.
Entered the Collection: September 2023 Last Reviewed: June 2023

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