The Value of GLOBE

"GLOBE is the quintessentially ideal program for involving kids in science,"
- Nobel laureate Dr. Leon Lederman.

GLOBE, the winner of the 2004 Goldman Sachs Foundation Prize for Excellence in International Education, was selected for the unique reach of its work around the world and its ability to bring international education to life through the process of scientific inquiry. Phi Delta Kappa International has included GLOBE in their International Studies Resource Guide. Each year, extensive evaluations document GLOBE's impact on students and their teachers.

For Students, GLOBE provides the opportunity to learn by:

• Taking scientifically valid measurements in the fields of atmosphere, hydrology, soils, and land cover/phenology - depending upon their local curricula
• Reporting their data through the Internet
• Publishing their research projects based on GLOBE data and protocols
• Creating maps and graphs on the free interactive Web site to analyze data sets
• Collaborating with scientists and other GLOBE students around the world

For Teachers, GLOBE provides assistance through:

• Training at professional development workshops
• Teacher's Guide, "how-to" videos, and other materials
• Continuing support from a Help Desk, scientists, and partners
• Contact with other teachers, students, and scientists worldwide.

For International and U.S. Partners, GLOBE provides:

• Train-the-Trainer workshops
• Guidance and support for mentoring teachers

GLOBE trains teachers to help students improve their achievement in science and math, and in the use of computer and network technology.

GLOBE helps teachers and students achieve state and local education goals and standards.

GLOBE increases student awareness of their environment from a scientific viewpoint, without advocacy relative to issues.

GLOBE improves student understanding of science because it involves them in performing real science - taking measurements, analyzing data, and participating in research in collaboration with scientists.

GLOBE students contribute data for scientists to use in their research.

GLOBE helps expand the pipeline of potential future scientists and researchers for industry, academia, and government.