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Gray, Kyle; Steer, David; McConnell, David; Owens, Katharine – Journal of College Science Teaching, 2010
Despite years of formal education, approximately one-third of all undergraduate students still cannot explain the causes of the seasons. Student manipulation of a handheld model is one approach to teaching this concept; however, the large number of students in many introductory classes can dissuade instructors from utilizing this teaching…
Descriptors: Undergraduate Students, Earth Science, Teaching Methods, Lecture Method

Berman, Stephen; Sales, John K. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1977
Describes how 30-gram balloons can be used to obtain cloud heights and determine winds aloft. Plans for constructing a workable theodolite inexpensively from common materials are also included. (HM)
Descriptors: Climate, College Science, Earth Science, Higher Education