Activity Description

Weather data collection has improved throughout recent history due to technology now at scientists' fingertips. The activity will allow learners to explain the elements of weather and analyze weather conditions from data visualizations. At the end of the activity, learners will link how weather data collection equipment connected to the Internet has improved climate research by simplifying data collection.

Activity Information:

  • Grade Level: High School
  • Primary Subject Area*: Geography
  • Mindset: Design Thinking
  • Skillset: Data Science
  • Expected Duration: 120 Minutes

*The starter pack activity can be used in more than one subject area.

Hardware Requirements:

  • Arduino UNO R3 with USB cable
  • Arduino weather sensor kit
  • Laptop/Desktop/ Chromebook

*For hardware specifications, please refer to application requirements.

Software Requirements:

  • Arduino for Windows
  • Codebender for Chromebook
  • ThingSpeak
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