Theme

Integrating GLOBE Earth System Science Projects (ESSPs) and Digital Library for Earth System Education (DLESE) Resources into Teacher Professional Development Workshops that Promote GLOBE Student Scientific Research

Agendas (including presentations)

• Workshop Agenda
• ESSP Agendas
  • Carbon Cycle Agenda
  • FLEXE Agenda
  • Seasons and Biomes Agenda
  • Watershed Dynamics Agenda

ESSP Workshop Resources

• Seasons and Biomes: Please read the GLOBE Introduction to Earth as a System (pdf).
• FLEXE: Please complete this document (Word) and bring it with you to the FLEXE ESSP workshop.
• Carbon Cycle: Please read the field protocols and data collection sheets listed below for understanding. They are very similar to current Landcover protocols.
  Sample Site Field Guide; Sample Site Data Sheet; Tree Circumference Guide; Tree Circumference Field Guide; Tree Circumference Data Sheet.

GLOBE Model for Student Scientific Research

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Links to Resources

• DLESE
• DLESE Training Resources
• NSDL

For a report on the workshop, see International Gathering of Partners and Trainers Attend GLOBE / DLESE / ESSP Workshop.

Boulder Local Information

Weather, Climate, and High Altitude Preparations

August weather in Boulder can be warm during the day with highs around 33-38° C, with cool evenings in the 15-20° C range. GLOBE Workshop and Boulder dress is casual. Afternoon thunderstorms are common this time of the year. Sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses are needed due to Boulder's relatively high elevation (1,650 m). Low average humidity and high elevation can lead to dehydration and headaches. Be sure to drink plenty of water during your stay.

Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) Optional Field Trip, Saturday 9 August

If you plan to participate, please bring appropriate clothing and gear — raincoat, hat, jacket, sunglasses, sunscreen, hiking/walking shoes, water bottle, and small backpack or bag for your clothing. Although characterized by clear, sunny mornings, RMNP's weather is unpredictable. Be ready for sun, heat, wind, rain, and even snow all in the same day. We plan on driving up into the alpine zone at 3600 m elevation for part of the day. At these high elevations, you may experience symptoms of altitude sickness which are shortness of breath, nausea, dizziness, weakness and loss of appetite. Drink plenty of water and take it slow. Ultraviolet rays are intense at these elevations necessitating the use of sunscreen, sunglasses, and hats.

Bicycles

Boulder is a very bicycle-friendly city with numerous bicycle paths. Attached is information about bicycle use and rental from several places within walking distance of the Outlook Hotel.

Getting Around Boulder

Attached is a document that provides information about getting around Boulder, specifically from the Outlook Hotel. It includes maps, bus schedules, and places to go for dining.