Survivor: Earth
Our team of scientists has received a
message from the future…
http://youtu.be/jjD8zIdoflo
What did we learn from this message?
• How do your actions affect the environment?
• What are some consequences of these
actions?
What should we do?
Electricity…Food…Water…Paper…
What do they all have in common?
What should we do?
Electricity…Food…Water…Paper…
What do they all have in common?
WATER!!
HELP FROM NASA
Global Precipitation Measurement Satellite
Launches in 2014
YOUR MISSION:
You will explore an undeveloped region of the
Earth and collect data about amounts and
quality of water present in case we need to
utilize this area in the future.
Our data from the ground will combine with
the satellite data for a complete picture.
YOUR MISSION
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Visit assigned locations
Conduct scientific tests at each location
Report your data to the group
Determine WHERE the water is!!!
Decide if there is ENOUGH good quality
water for humans to survive
Where will we look for water?
Atmosphere
Biosphere
Hydrosphere
Geosphere
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Principal Investigator (Team Leader)
• Be sure your group completes all the tests and returns on
time!
• Check that all equipment is returned to the classroom.
• Points and final summary
Navigator – help the group find their way
“Sphere” Experts
Atmosphere
Geosphere
Biosphere
Hydrosphere
For Good Measure –
GPM Overview
http://pmm.nasa.gov/education/videos/forgood-measure
NASA – Johnson Style
A top secret video explaining the work and
future value of “NASA – Johnson Style”!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Sar5WT76
kE&feature=player_embedded