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The GLOBE (Global Learning and Observations to Benefit the Environment) Program is an international science and education initiative that engages students, educators, and the public in collecting and analyzing environmental data. Participants contribute to scientific research by gathering observations in areas such as atmosphere, hydrology, soils, and land cover, fostering a greater understanding of the Earth's system and promoting environmental awareness.

GLOBE is founded on the principles of science, education, and collaboration. More than 40,000 schools and 280,000 citizen scientists worldwide have used GLOBE's resources to investigate the environment, contributing  more than 250 million points of data. Data can provide researchers with a crucial look inside Earth's systems. 
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GLOBE data spans 30 years, offering students and scientists an opportunity to study environmental change over time. Acquiring accurate data today adds to the record for scientists in the future. There has never been a better time to “Do GLOBE.”
 

How To Get Started

The GLOBE Program is open to anyone residing in a GLOBE Country. See if your country is involved! Get started by creating an account on the website or the GLOBE Observer App and selecting whether you are a teacher/formal educator, informal educator/volunteer coordinator, scientist, or a citizen scientist. Our user roadmaps can guide you through navigating the GLOBE website by providing a list of commonly performed tasks by both new and existing GLOBE users.

If your country is not involved with GLOBE (see list of participating countries) and you wish to participate in GLOBE, contact the GLOBE Implementation Office at help@nasaglobe.org.

GLOBE Resources and Opportunities

Explore learning activities, research, resources and opportunities for citizen scientists, educators, students, and STEM professionals.​​​​​​
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For Citizen Scientists

Collect Environmental Data
The GLOBE Program's app, GLOBE Observer, is the best way to start collecting GLOBE data as a citizen scientist or informal educator. Through the app, you can take environmental observations and help scientists and students from around the world to study the Earth and the global environment. You can also collect and submit data on GLOBE.gov by creating an account.​​​​​​
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For Formal and Informal Educators

Data Collection Protocols and Teacher's Guide
GLOBE's Protocols and Teacher's Guide offer a collection of step-by-step guidance for collecting environmental data. They provide scientific background, learning activities, and supporting resources organized by Earth’s spheres. GLOBE offers student GLOBE accounts that ensure student privacy and protection by providing an anonymous email login to record GLOBE measurements.
GLOBE Learning Activities
GLOBE provides a wealth of resources to help teachers and students engage with the world around them. GLOBE resources include teaching aides, instructional videos, translated material, and more.
GLOBE Measurement Campaigns
GLOBE's measurement campaigns provide students with an inquiry-based approach to science that complements their in-class lessons. These coordinated data collection efforts are grounded in real science and take place on local, regional, and worldwide scales.
Student Research
Explore how GLOBE data are used both in GLOBE student research reports as well as professional scientific papers. Students can submit their research to the International Virtual Science Symposium (IVSS) to receive feedback from judges and have their work featured by GLOBE.
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For STEM Professionals

Join the GLOBE International STEM Network (GISN)
The GISN offers opportunities to lead and/or collaborate on scientific investigations, mentor international educators and students, access professional development opportunities, share your scientific work, contribute to global science diplomacy, and contribute to GLOBE's programmatic goals as members of task committees and working groups. 
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