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Where Does Wind Come From?
Provided by: Crash Course |Published on: April 27, 2021
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Synopsis
- This Crash Course video explains major wind systems across the globe and how the rotation and shape of the Earth affect them.
- Students will learn how wind patterns form and how they have impacted human activities, from European colonization to modern air travel and wind energy production.
Subjects: Earth and Space Sciences, Geography
Authors: Crash Course
Region: Global
Languages: English
Teaching Materials
Positives
- It is an accessible introduction to wind formation and major wind systems and uses simple graphics to support student understanding.
- It ends with an acknowledgment of the harm caused to Indigenous and Aboriginal peoples, along with a recommendation to learn more by reaching out to local Indigenous groups.
Prerequisites
- Students should have an understanding of basic map skills and terminology.
Differentiation & Implementation
- This video includes several diagrams and maps where teachers can pause to check for understanding and reteach when necessary.
- There are many topics covered in this video that can be used in a history class to make connections between regional climates, weather patterns, and historical events.
- Other resources related to this topic include the Effect of Atmospheric Circulation on Climate and How Do Oceans Circulate?
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Resource Type and Format
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