December
December 2017 GLOBE News Brief
The GLOBE Implementation Office (GIO) is excited to announce that the registration for the 2018 GLOBE Learning Expedition (GLE) and the 22nd Annual Meeting in Killarney, Ireland, is now open! The meeting will be hosted by GIO, with the Irish Country Coordinator, along with the Europe and Eurasia Regional Office.
The GLE is a student event and we encourage students from around the world to participate. Due to limited space at the venue, and considerable interest in this event, we have had to put certain restrictions on registrations:
- A maximum of six participants per school (1-2 teachers and 4-5 students for a total of six) and only students (minimum age 10) who are presenting GLOBE research may register.
- While we welcome family members to accompany GLOBE participants to Ireland and to stay in the hotel, please understand that our space is extremely limited; therefore, they will not be permitted to register, join GLE participants at mealtimes, or participate in GLE activities.
- Spaces for Country Coordinators, U.S. Partners, and NASA SciAct awardees are also limited. Please do not assume that if you are a member of one of these groups there will be a place held for you.
Register early to guarantee your space! A waiting list will be maintained for late registrants and we will release places that may result from cancellations.
To learn more about the registration process, costs, and accommodations, please visit the GLE information page. We look forward to seeing you in Ireland!
News
The GLOBE Urban Heat Island Effect/Surface Temperature Field Campaign Has Begun!
The Urban Heat Island Effect - Surface Temperature Field Campaign began again on 01 December and will run through 31 December. This year, the campaign is studying the urban heat island effect in seasons - October, December, and March (2018).
The campaign is focused on investigating the impact urbanization has on the Earth's surface temperature and how the surface temperature changes the dynamics of the Earth's atmosphere. The surface temperature measurements contribute data: 1) not normally collected by weather agencies, 2) for climate studies, and 3) for ground-truthing satellite data. The main research question that needs to be answered is: "How does surface cover affect surface temperature?"
For more information on the campaign, including what data to collect and when; what to do and how to do it; and how to report to the GLOBE database via apps, click here.
October Urban Heat Island Effect Field Campaign Review
Forty-three schools entered surface temperature data in the month of October! (If your school participated in this campaign in October and you haven't entered your data yet, please do so soon!) For more information on the October season results, and to see a map of the observations that were taken around the world, click here.
GIO Issues Invitation to Submit a Global 2018-2019 GLOBE Field Campaign: Submissions Must be Received by 28 February 2018
From now through 28 February 2018, the GLOBE Implementation Office (GIO) will be accepting proposals for Global Field Campaigns (starting between August 2018 and December 2019). GIO hopes to announce the new Global Field Campaigns at the GLOBE Learning Expedition (GLE) in Ireland in July 2018.
GLOBE's Global Field Campaigns provide students with hands-on opportunities to explore and learn about Earth through a network of students, teachers, and scientists - projects designed to promote collaboration and to increase Earth science awareness.
To submit a proposal, please click here and fill out the Global Field Campaign Proposal Form. (As necessary, please refer to the GLOBE Events-to-Campaigns planning document and checklist, available here.)
If you have any questions or need additional information, please send an email to communications@globe.gov.
GISN Members: New Participation Requirement Begins in 2018
Starting in 2018, all GLOBE International STEM Network (GISN) members will be required to do one GISN-related activity per year.
As a GISN member, you serve as an invaluable mentor and role model for students - and you can participate at a level that is appropriate to your skills, resources, availability, and interest. There are many ways to participate in the GISN, and you have the power to choose what level of involvement works best for you. For more information on the many different ways you can participate, please click here.
Keeping Up with the 2018 GLOBE IVSS?
Are you preparing for the 2018 GLOBE International Virtual Science Symposium (IVSS)? Here are some important dates to keep in mind:
- Reports accepted for submission: 01 January 2018 to 01 March 2018
- Reports and presentations due: 01 March 2018
- Judging webinar: (TBD)
- Judging period: 18-24 March 2018
- Feedback and virtual badges released: 06 April 2018
- Live drawing for stipends: 06 April 2018
Did you miss, or would you like to revisit, the IVSS informational webinar that was held in October? The recording is available, just click here. (The slides are also available, just click here.)
Have a question for a scientist or another STEM professional? Visit the Student Groups Looking for Mentors page and fill out the form. Need a mentoring scientist? Scientists have volunteered to help - click here.
Need a mentoring scientist? Scientists have volunteered to help - click here.
Want to share information about the 2018 IVSS? Click here and share downloadable images.
New information about the 2018 IVSS is being added to the GLOBE website on a regular basis, so be sure to keep checking back.
GIO Issues Invitation to Submit a Global 2018-2019 GLOBE Field Campaign: Submissions Must be Received by 28 February 2018
From now through 28 February 2018, the GLOBE Implementation Office (GIO) will be accepting proposals for Global Field Campaigns (starting between August 2018 and December 2019). GIO hopes to announce the new Global Field Campaigns at the GLOBE Learning Expedition (GLE) in Ireland in July 2018.
GLOBE's Global Field Campaigns provide students with hands-on opportunities to explore and learn about Earth through a network of students, teachers, and scientists - projects designed to promote collaboration and to increase Earth science awareness.
To submit a proposal, please click here and fill out the Global Field Campaign Proposal Form. (As necessary, please refer to the GLOBE Events-to-Campaigns planning document and checklist, available here.)
If you have any questions or need additional information, please send an email to communications@globe.gov.
Join in the Conversation! Phase III ENSO Campaign SODA Webinar (04 December) and Science and Research Webinar (07 December)
Join the Phase III GLOBE ENSO Student Research Campaign conversation - it's all about water! There will be two ENSO webinars in December.
ENSO Phase III SODA (Short Observation and Data Analysis) Webinar #2:
The next SODA webinar will take place on 04 December (2:00 p.m. EST/7:00 p.m. UTC): "SODA, Live from Croatia (Featuring Teachers Marina Balazinec and Marija Krajnik."
To join the webinar, click here.
ENSO Phase III Science and Research Webinar #4:
The next Science and Research Webinar #4 will be held on 07 December (8:00 p.m. EST/01:00 UTC): "Making Sense of the Impact of Water in our Environment by Measuring Earth's Water from Space." During the first half of the webinar, Dr. Matt Rodell will share scientific background information and discuss the importance of being able to collect measurements during each phase of the water cycle. During the second half-hour, participants will engage in a collaborative discussion to share ideas for teaching students about the impact of water on our environment using NASA Wavelength - and will learn how these concepts fit into the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). To join this webinar, click here.
To learn more about Phase III of the ENSO Student Research Campaign, click here To receive emails and to sign up for the webinars, click here. You will be well on your way to connecting with NASA, scientists, and teachers around the world.
GLOBE Students/Alum: Share Your STEM Stories with the GLOBE Community
GLOBE is gathering stories of students, teachers, and alumni who have been influenced by their GLOBE experiences to pursue STEM education. We want to hear from:
- current GLOBE students who intend to pursue further education in STEM;
- former GLOBE students who are currently engaged in higher education in STEM areas or who have gone into STEM careers; and
- teachers who have sought further training in STEM subjects, either through GLOBE training or through other professional development training, in order to enhance their capabilities as teachers or for new careers in STEM.
Download the template here. Need assistance? Send an email to help@globe.gov.
GLOBE Teachers: Share Your GLOBE-Related STEM Learning Activities with the GLOBE Community
GLOBE is gathering stories of students, teachers, and alumni who have been influenced by their GLOBE experiences to pursue STEM education. We want to hear from:
- current GLOBE students who intend to pursue further education in STEM;
- former GLOBE students who are currently engaged in higher education in STEM areas or who have gone into STEM careers; and
- teachers who have sought further training in STEM subjects, either through GLOBE training or through other professional development training, in order to enhance their capabilities as teachers or for new careers in STEM.
Download the template here. Need assistance? Send an email to help@globe.gov.
Opportunities for Teachers
U.S. opportunities are often highlighted in the News Brief simply because we are more aware of them through our local media; however, if there are opportunities for GLOBE students and/or teachers in your region you would like us to highlight in the coming months, please send the info to us at communications@globe.gov. Thank you!
NASA STEM Educator Webinars
The NASA STEM Educator Professional Development Collaborative (EPDC) is presenting a series of webinars open to all educators. All pre-service, K-12, and informal educators, as well as university faculty, are invited to join NASA education specialists to learn about NASA missions, activities, lesson plans, educator guides, and online resources that integrate NASA and STEM into the classroom.
An upcoming webinar, "Earth Sense - Remote Sensing at NASA: GLOBE Hydrology," is geared toward educators in grades K-12. On Tuesday, 05 December (6:30 p.m. ET), the NASA EPDC at Texas State University is providing a one-hour webinar. Participants in this webinar will learn about water and the hydrologic cycles using GLOBE protocols. This educational activity aligns with NASA Education API 2.4.2 (Continue to support STEM educators through the delivery of NASA education content and engagement in educator professional development opportunities.)
For more information, and to register, click here.
NSTA Awards and Recognitions
The annual NSTA Awards and Recognition Program, which recognizes exceptional and innovative science educators, began in 1973. The NSTA Awards and Recognition Program was created to raise awareness and to expose the outstanding work being done in the science education field. All entries must be received by 11:59 p.m. EST on 15 December 2017 (via online submission). There are no entry fees. For more information on the variety of awards, and how to submit entries, click here.
Applications for the American Meteorological Society's Early Career Leadership Academy Due 12 January
Applications for the American Meteorological Society's (AMS) Early Career Leadership Academy (ECLA) are due 12 January. The ECLU aims to build and sustain a diverse network of early career leaders in weather, water, and climate science. ECLA will bring together a select group of early career individuals (in particular, women and underrepresented minorities) for an immersion experience in leadership, such as creative problem-solving; conflict resolution; and building trust and enhancing communication skills. ( For more information, and to complete the application form, click here.
GLOBE U.S. Partners: NOAA Announces 2018 Environmental Literacy Grants Funding Opportunity
The NOAA Office of Education has issued a competitive funding opportunity for projects designed to support the education of the public and/or K-12 students so they are knowledgeable of the ways in which their community can become more resilient to extreme weather events and/or other environmental hazards, and become involved in achieving that resilience.
Eligible applicants are limited to U.S. institutions of higher education; K-12 public and independent schools and school systems; other nonprofits, including informal education institutions, such as museums, zoos, and aquariums; state and local government agencies; and Native American tribal governments in the United States.
The deadline for pre-applications (which are required) to this funding opportunity is 11:59 p.m. EST on 19 December 2017. The deadline for full applications is 11:59 pm EDT on 06 April 2018. (To read the full funding announcement, please visit Grants.gov. To learn more about this funding opportunity, please visit the NOAA Office of Education's Environmental Literacy Grants web page.)
Opportunities for Students
NOAA Announces Scholarship Opportunities for U.S. Undergraduates: 31 January Deadline!
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has announced the availability of scholarships for undergraduate students majoring in disciplines related to oceanic and atmospheric science, research, or technology, and supportive of the purposes of NOAA's programs and mission.
Over 100 students are selected each year for participation in Ernest F. Hollings (Hollings) and Educational Partnership Program (EPP) scholarship programs. These scholarships include support for two years of undergraduate study and summer internship opportunities at NOAA facilities across the country. For information on program benefits and how to apply, visit the following websites:
- Educational Partnership Program Undergraduate Scholarship; Application Deadline: January 31, 2018
- Ernest F. Hollings Undergraduate Scholarship; Application Deadline: January 31, 2018
For additional information, contact the Office of Education Scholarship Programs at StudentScholarshipPrograms@noaa.gov.
Upcoming 2017 GLOBE Teacher Training Workshops
Anniversaries
Congratulations to the 10 GLOBE countries celebrating anniversaries of successful GLOBE implementation during the month of December:
Burkina Faso - 19 years
18 December 1998
El Salvador - 22 years
11 December 1995
Germany - 22 years
08 December 1995
Greece - 22 years
12 December 1995
Guatemala - 20 years
05 December 1997
Maldives - 14 years
08 December 2003
Oman - 8 years
08 December 2009
Russia - 23 years
16 December 1994
Sri Lanka - 18 years
20 December 1999
Suriname - 20 years
23 December 1997