Competitive Learning Experiences: The Role of Weather Forecasting Contests in Geography Programs.

Harrington, John A., Jr.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ429299

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1991

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Competitive Learning Experiences: The Role of Weather Forecasting Contests in Geography Programs.

Harrington, John A., Jr.; And Others

Journal of Geography, v90 n1 p27-31 Jan-Feb 1991

Employs weather forecasting contests as a strategy for teaching about the weather, climate, and atmosphere. States that competency in understanding concepts and the ability to develop logical constructs about atmospheric processes are enhanced. Includes suggestions for teaching weather forecasting at all grade levels, and describes a contest at the university level. (NL)

Descriptors: Class Activities, Competition, Concept Teaching, Course Content, Creativity Tests, Elementary Secondary Education, Geographic Concepts, Geography Instruction, Higher Education, Meteorology, Physical Environment, Physical Geography, Weather

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher

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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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