Remote Sensing Tutorial - A tutorial approach to learning about the role of space science and technology in monitoring the Earth's
surface and atmosphere. As you work through the tutorial, you will come to understand how remote
sensing is applied to studying the land, sea, and air making up the environments of our planet. Not only
will you gain insight into past uses of aerial photography and space imagery as records of the Earth's
geography as well as the future plans for more advanced monitoring systems, but you should develop
skills in interpreting these visual displays and data sets both by direct inspection and by computer
processing.
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Spaceborne Ocean Color Instruments - Spaceborne instruments, designed to make precise measurements of ocean color, are the best method available to estimate ocean productivity on the global scale. In
1978, the Coastal Zone Color Scanner (CZCS) provided the first remote-sensing data from Earth orbit concerning worldwide phytoplankton distributions and
patterns of surface productivity, yet the CZCS was only an experimental mission that operated on a limited schedule. After the failure of the CZCS in 1986, there were
no other sources of ocean color data from spaceborne sensors until 1996, when several new ocean color instruments were placed into orbit. Even more orbiting ocean
color sensors are planned, and these instruments may finally provide the data necessary to accurately quantify the global distribution and seasonal variability of life in
the oceans.
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Studying the Earth's Environment from Space (SEES) - This site is organized in a modular style based
on Earth science topics studied by scientists
with environmental data collected by satellites.
Currently, four modules are being developed.
They are listed at the right. The Stratospheric
Ozone and Global Land Vegetation modules are
ready for use.
SEE)
http://See.gsfc.nasa.gov/
SEE focuses on enabling the use of NASA Earth science information and data for formal and informal
education. This program develops educational products for high school and undergraduate educators and
for students at these levels. It also works with organizations and individuals involved in informal education
throughout the U.S. to jointly produce useful educational and public awareness materials that utilize
NASA's Earth science knowledge and expertise.
Contacts: Blanche Meeson, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, Earth Sciences Directorate, Code 900,
Greenbelt, MD 20771; Email: bmeeson@see.gsfc.nasa.gov or Carla Evans, Goddard Space Flight Center,
Earth Sciences Directorate, Code 900, Greenbelt, MD 20771; Email: cevans@see.gsfc.nasa.gov
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The Dynamic Earth - Discovery Science Center is an interactive science center with over 100 hands-on exhibits augmented by
educational programming and materials providing learning opportunities for students, teachers, and family
audiences. Interested parties should contact the Education Department or Group Bookings at (714) 542-2823.
Contact: Janet Yamaguchi, Vice President, Education, Discovery Science Center, 2500 North Main Street,
Santa Ana, CA 92705; Phone: (714) 542-2823; Fax: (714) 542-2828; Email:
jyamaguchi@discoverycube.org
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The JASON Project - The JASON Foundation engages students in science and technology, and motivates and provides
professional development opportunities for teachers through the use of advanced interactive
telecommunications. JASON expeditions, targeted for grades 4-10, are supported by extensive teacher
training and award-winning curriculum and Internet program, and feature live, interactive broadcasts
through robotics, fiber optics, television production, computer science, and satellite communications.
JASON programs are broadcast to 36 Primary Interactive Network Sites (PINS) throughout the United
States and the world. JASON also provides live broadcasts of expeditions directly to classrooms and
through streaming video on the Internet. NASA PINS include Ames Research Center, Goddard Space
Flight Center, and Johnson Space Center. Programs focus on oceans, rainforests, extreme environments,
volcanoes and exploration of inner and outer space. All programs focus on connecting students and
teachers with researchers and scientists in the field. Contact: JASON Foundation for Education, 395 Totten Pond Road, Waltham, MA 02451; Phone: (781)
487-9995; Fax: (781) 487-9999; Email: info@jason.org
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Virtual Nebraska - Virtual Nebraska (gateway to Nebraska Satellite, Space Shuttle, and Aircraft Imagery) is an
on-line archive of satellite imagery and aerial photography that gives users the opportunity to
view the State's landscape from unique perspectives (e.g., at infrared or microwave
wavelengths). Additionally, this web site offers digital elevation data, learning activities,
image-processing tools, historical "looks" at over 600 cities, and examples of how remotely
sensed data can be used to solve problems. The remote sensing tutorial is impressive and very
thorough.
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Virtually Hawaii - A guided tour of the islands that includes many air and ground photographs. There are also
several tours of Kilauea Volcano that include remote sensing data and a multitude of interesting
local features. Virtually Hawaii is one of several Internet projects funded by NASA's
Information Infrastructure Technology and Applications (IITA) program, which is part of the
High Performance Computing and Communications (HPCC) initiative. Virtually Hawaii is run
through the Hawaii Space Grant Consortium, UH Manoa. a guided tour that includes many air
and ground photographs. There are also several tours of Kilauea Volcano that include remote
sensing data and a multitude of interesting local features.
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