The National Aeronautics and Space Administration describes the use of the Terra satellite to measure sea surface temperatures.
http://earthobservatory.nasa.gov/Newsroom/NasaNews/2002/200202147388.html
Features: Graphics/Multimedia, Data Sources
This series of four animation sequences can help students understand the fundamentals and importance of the Coriolis effect.
http://www.uwf.edu/atc/projects/coriolis/main.swf
Features: Graphics/Multimedia, Assessment
This Web site provides a unique look at the fundamentals of nearshore surface current dynamics, emphasizing rip currents. This Web site contains sophisticated animations throughout; download times may be a problem on slower computer systems. User registration is required to use the site, but is free.
http://meted.ucar.edu/marine/ripcurrents/NSF/
Features: Graphics/Multimedia, Assessment
Through a narrated slide show with motion graphics, students learn about deep and surface ocean currents and their global impact on weather, climate, and human activities. The activity includes an online quiz.
http://www.learningdemo.com/noaa/lesson08.html
Features: Graphics/Multimedia, Assessment, Misconceptions
Find out how ocean temperatures vary with latitude and longitude and the effect they have on local residents. This is a research and investigation experience using online resources.
http://www.oar.noaa.gov/k12/html/oceantemps2.html
Features: Lesson Ideas, Assessment, Inquiry Materials, Misconceptions
The Gulf Stream carries warm water from the Gulf of Mexico northward along the eastern coast of the United States and across the Atlantic. You will see that the Gulf Stream affects the climate of coastal northern Europe and the fishing stocks of the Atlantic
http://www.classzone.com/books/earth_science/terc/content/investigations/es2403/es2403page01.cfm
Features: Lesson Ideas, Graphics/Multimedia, Assessment, Data Sources, Inquiry Materials
