L2R

ورش برنامج جلوب

2021-04-12T10:55:59Z

ورشة دليل الطالب الى براءة الاختراع قدمها مختصين من مكتب الامانة العامة تبراءة الاختراع في دول مجلس التعاون

Save environment painting competition – the summer program 2020

2020-09-15T09:08:34Z

The aim of this competition was to spread the importance of protecting the environment and raising awareness of the causes of environmental pollution. Participants had a good idea of the contribution that is provided by the Globe program, students were give some online workshops that explain the methods of collecting environmental data in a fun scientific way.

More then 70 students participated in this competition during the summer break. The winners were rewarded with medals and participation certificates

Lunar Learning Expeditions VR

2021-01-09T17:31:16Z

I am pleased to announce that the Institute for Earth Observation’s at Palmyra Cove’s Innovation Lab is developing a virtual reality experience called Lunar Learning Expeditions that will allow visitors to explore the lunar surface. The first release models the Apollo 11 moon landing site where visitors can perform some of the early experiments as part of the Early Apollo Scientific Experiments Package (EASEP). Within virtual reality, visitors will experience a view from inside a space suit as they perform mission tasks. In-game spectator cameras will allow visitors who are waiting in line to see multiple views of the lunar surface from the perspective of original on board exterior and surface cameras. These multiple views will be rendered on high definition displays located around the Innovation Lab for all to see. Planned for a future release is GLOBE on the Moon. Users will use modified GLOBE protocols using virtual instruments to collect soil and measure surface temperature.

Lunar Learning Expeditions from Peter Dorofy on Vimeo.

I am currently using the Oculus Rift as the VR platform for development. I plan to release the app at our visitor center about mid-June.

HoloGLOBE affected by partial government shutdown

2018-12-27T14:19:27Z

NOTICE: REAL-TIME data on HoloGLOBE is unavailable at this time due to a lapse in appropriation as a result of the U.S. government shutdown.

More info at :https://governmentshutdown.noaa.gov/

HoloGLOBE update v1.0.2

2018-08-29T14:51:32Z

I just updated HoloGLOBE to v1.0.2. For those of you new to this app, HoloGLOBE brings NASA and NOAA visualizations of the Earth to the palm of your hand through augmented reality (AR). You can read more about the app here: http://www.palmyracove.org/InstituteforEarthObservations/HoloGLOBE.aspx

In this latest release, I have added play/pause functionality to the MyNASAData module. The MyNASAData is essentially an augmented reality version of GLOBE's Earth System Poster. In addition the new ICESat-2 module has been added. The ICESat-2 module was built by Emme Wiederhold, a student at Washington University, during her Summer 2018 internship at NASA Goddard. Finally, I disabled VR Mode for iOS devices only. This is the result of a bug in the foundation software of which the app is built upon. If the demand is high enough I will rebuild the app on the newest software and re-enable VR Mode. Disabling VR Mode simply means that you are not able to use a headset with an iPhone; however, you will still enjoy the AR experience.

HoloGLOBE iOS Release

2018-08-27T14:23:03Z

HoloGLOBE is now available on the Apple App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/hologlobe/id1411588929?ls=1&mt=8 Please send me comments and suggestions. And of course SPREAD THE WORD!!!

I will use this Blog to announce issues, changes, and upcoming features to the app.

Participation in the GLOBE Regional Annual Meeting & Training

2018-06-14T17:29:02Z

On June 4-7, 2018, I participated in the Annual Country Representative meeting and Strategic Planning for Sustainability and Participation workshop in Lome, Togo. The meeting was followed by Teacher training in the GLOBE Observer Apps and a Mosquito/Zika training workshop. The Training was rewarding and the need for Liberia to begin immediate action is now.

The Liberia office will be conducting 6 GLOBE Observers Apps and Mosquito/Zika Virus training Workshop soon. Participants will be selected from Public Health Workers, Scientists, teachers and Community Leaders in 6 communities in eight (8) counties in Liberia. A Total of 150 persons is expected to be trained during the period of the six (6) workshops.

At the end of these workshops, we expect data collection from Liberia to be reported in the 8 counties. We will also encourage communities and public health action to be taken from the report.

We look forward to greater participation.

Alumnus Returns!!

2015-09-17T17:11:31Z

A former middle school student, Payeng, is now a university student and is planning to work with my students this year!! She is now in the process of being approved both by her professor and our district. She chose to do an experiential learning experience instead of a formal class. We are both very excited to have her return to Roswell Kent Middle School!!!

L2R student project

2013-04-27T18:23:34Z

My second student project can be viewed at http://youtu.be/MWELr4fr35U

First L2R project

2013-04-27T17:19:40Z

The first of my students' L2R project videos can be found at http://youtu.be/RNdr7LT6Ask

Project Status: Monocacy Creek - Bethlehem, PA

2013-04-14T17:43:05Z

Our sampling site

Monocacy Creek - flows through Colonial, Moravian village and empties into the Lehigh River by the repurposed Bethlehem Steel Mill (entertainment center), then into the Delaware River which joins the Atlantic Ocean.

Background

Bridge traverses the creek at South end of village
Runoff washes road salts from brine treatment into creek
Every Spring the creek is stocked with fish

Original Scope of GLOBE project – Summer, 2012

Determine water quality of the creek flowing through the village impacted by the bridge and adjacent road treatment runoffs
Determine water quality of the creek at the point of entry into the Lehigh River near the repurposed Bethlehem Steel Mill
Seek assistance from local scientists
Partner with two other Buxmont (GLOBE) schools and share Delaware River data ¡Relate data to climate change

Revised Scope – Fall, 2012 w/status

(Note: We have completed sampling and test from November 26th through March 22nd. Originally, the students wanted to monitor the Monocacy Creek as it flows from the Monocacy Creek (near our school) to the Delaware River. Since the other two Buxmont schools have dropped out of the project, we have revised our scope to concentrate on the Monocacy Creek, locally.)

Determine local water quality of the creek flowing through the village impacted by Bridge/adjacent road treatment runoff -Current status - Collected data for December and February
Compare local water quality of the creek after stocking -Current status – Stocking schedule: March and April
Seek assistance from local scientists -Current status – Partnered with the regional Waterways Conservation Officer to share data and visit school as a speaker on his career and job duties along with environmental concerns
Single school involvement -Current status – Due to personnel changes, only one school remains involved

Original Probing Questions

What is the current water quality of the Monocacy Creek: upstream, downstream, and where it flows into the Lehigh River and the Delaware River?
Can a trend be identified using historical data and current data?
What is the cause of any disparity?
Can our results be related to local climate changes?

Revised Probing Questions

Current

What is the current water quality of the Monocacy Creek where it flows through the uninhabited, historic village under a bridge?

Future

Can a trend be identified using historical data and current data?
What effect does stocking have on water quality?
What is the cause of any disparity?
How does our data compare to Waterways Conservation Officer’s data?
Can our results be related to local climate changes?

Conclusions:

To date, based upon our testing data, there is no significant change in water quality that is caused by the bridge or adjacent runoff - ¨This is probably due to the swiftness of the creek
Comparison with the Waterways Conservation Officer’s data were unremarkable

New Beginning

2012-09-03T17:50:06Z

I am off to a slow start this school year. My environmental science class (those participating in L2R) had only just finished learning about laboratory safety and had just begun the L2R pre-test when hurricane Isaac threatened. We have been out of school for a whole week. I sent the students an email asking them if they could access the internet to please complete the pre-test. Due to being out of school, I have not received or set up any of the equipment for atmosphere testing and the students have not yet even heard of the program/project other than the pretest.

Returning to school tomorrow, Tuesday, Sept. 4--we have a lot of work to do. I trust I can keep them on track and we will be doing environmental testing shortly.

Current Events

2012-07-24T16:11:12Z

My student, Kaitlin, presented her GLOBE project at our school board meeting last night!! She also shared her experiences from the GLOBE Program Annual Partner Meeting in Minnesota. There is a nice story about her at www.akronschools.com. You can even leave comments for her. Kids love receiving comments!! Hint-hint:)

I will be leaving tomorrow for my Teacher at Sea research experience with sharks. You or your students (anyone) can follow my blog at www.noaa.gov.

Partner Conference, Minnesota

2012-07-19T20:28:19Z

The annual meeting is a blast! Having a student of mine present before an international audience has been such a growing moment for her. I encourage all of you to get yourself and your students to next year's meeting. I've got to get back to work, but thought I would send out a brief message to all of you.

L2R Summer Institute - What did I get?

2012-07-13T05:25:23Z

From Learning to Research Summer Institute was a great opportunity for me. It helped me collaborate with teachers I would never get the opportunity to connect with on a regular basis. It allowed me to see that I have the same experiences as many other teachers. In addition, it reminded me how special you have to be in order to teach. Many of my fellow collegues struggle with the constraints of the teaching world but because they care for their students, they make it work. You definitely have to have a calling to do what we do and I met some really great people who are serving their community proudly.

I surprisingly learned that I am interested in going back to school. During the L2R Summer Institute, I was able to learn new things. It provoked my interest in learning again. I forgot how much joy I got out of gaining new knowledge and I thank GLOBE for giving me the opportunity to enjoy learning again.

I appreciate the GLOBE staff as well. They had so many people to deal with and they were extremely accomadating. GLOBE should be proud to have folks like Julie and Dawn be apart of their staff.

Goodbye L2R 2012 - Its Been Fun

2012-07-13T03:24:19Z

To all my new friends and colleagues at Learning to Research. I had a great time meeting you and working with you. If you are in the New York/Long Island area and you need a place to stay, we have a guest room with private bath and we are 25 minutes from the city. My number's in the book. 'Til then I wish you the best on your projects.

L2R

2012-07-12T21:42:49Z

Wonderful week!! I am very honored, humbled and excited to have been a part of this exceptional group of educators. I can hardly wait to see all your students' work published.

L2R summer'12'

2012-07-12T20:11:20Z

I'm leaving this week feeling inspired, energized, and motivated to take on the upcoming school year. Some of my favorite things from this week are the contacts made, getting ideas on strategies for my class, and finding out about resources that are available to me. My goal is to use more PBL throughout the school year.

What I got out of the summer institute

2012-07-12T21:35:57Z

The GLOBE Institute has provided me with important, practical tools. I plan to make them available to my students so they can probe our local environment. It also has provided me with a wealth of ideas for project expansion.

I will actively be expanding my professional network to include local scientists in order to correlate our data to theirs. Learning through actual research, along with collaborating with local scientists will enable my students to truly appreciate how human activity does affects our climate.

Take Aways from L2R

2012-07-12T04:07:53Z

The week at L2R has been a wonderful experience to collaborate with educators all across the US. My biggest take aways from L2R include:

a better understanding of the importance of a network of educators
feeling more confident bringing Globe into the classroom
feeling more confident utilizing collaboration technology with my students
recharging for the upcoming school year
utilizing 21st century learning skills and project-based lessons
feeling like I belong to an educational program that really matters

Thank you everyone for a wonderful week! Safe travels.