by Ronna Voorsanger

A self-guided lesson on Earth imaging and image interpretation skills

• General Subject Areas: Earth and Space Science
• Best For Grades: 3-6
• Student Prerequisites: should have browser skills
• Time Requirements: at least 1-3 hours for individuals or small groups
• Materials Required: A world map and globe are useful for discussions

Overview:

Students learn about the history of Earth imaging, the Landsat satellite program. They develop interpretation skills as they play a game that involves inferring the subjects of various Landsat images.

Unit Features:

• Interactive exercise using real NASA Landsat images

Summary of Learning Objectives:

• Students show understanding of the history and development of Earth sensing.
• Students can describe Landsat and its role in modern Earth imaging.
• Students use knowledge of Landsat's capabilities to make reasoned inferences about the geographic locations shown in Landsat images.

Detailed Learning Objectives

Ties to National Science Education Standards

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