DM
| (a) |
Explain the purpose of different types of information (e.g., satellite and radar maps, weather watches and warnings, summary statistics, travel advisories, and air quality reports) that weather forecasters provide. |
| (b) |
Research how and why people in their communities use short- and long-term weather forecasts in their daily lives. |
| (c) |
Analyze the impact of weather conditions for a particular region on the lives and livelihoods of people in that region, including choices of food, shelter, clothing, transportation, and employment. |
| (d) |
Research effects of short- and long-term changes in weather on the lives and livelihoods of people locally, nationally, and globally. |
| (e) |
Relate weather conditions, and changing weather conditions, to the activities and behaviours of animals. |
| (f) |
Explain the effects of different types of severe weather on people, communities, and the environment, including personal safety preparations for various severe weather events. |
| (g) |
Examine how scientists and traditional knowledge keepers can collaborate to provide a more comprehensive understanding of the effects of weather on people and the environment. |
| (h) |
Research traditional and contemporary technological innovations and products related to clothing, shelter, agriculture, and transportation that various cultures have developed to address various types of weather conditions. |
| (i) |
Explain why forecasting, measuring, and understanding weather is important for humans. |
| (j) |
Propose ideas for new products that would help humans address various types of weather conditions. |
