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Cloud Observations using GLOBE Protocols Lesson PlanCloud Observations using GLOBE Protocols Lesson Plan
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Cloud Observations using GLOBE Protocols

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Students observe which of ten types of clouds are visible and how much of the sky is cloud covered. They see that by observing clouds, we can get information about temperature, moisture, and wind conditions in different places in the atmosphere.

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clouds

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clouds, science
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Grade
4th - 12th
Subjects
Science
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Instructional Strategy
Inquiry-Based Learning

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