Sea Level Rise Viewer
Provided by: NOAA|Published on: April 27, 2021
Grades: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Type: Data, Graphs, and Maps
Subjects: Earth and Space Sciences, Geography
Authors: NOAA
Region: North America, USA - Northeast, United States, New Jersey
Languages: English
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Synopsis
- This interactive map displays sea level rise data and the effects of sea-level rise on marsh areas and vulnerable populations throughout the United States.
- Students are also able to view sea level rise projections for various coastal cities through 2100.
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Positives
- Students can zoom in on the map to view specific regions, states, or cities.
- The resource includes photo simulations showing how flooding could impact local landmarks in the future.
Additional Prerequisites
- Students should be familiar with sea level rise and how to read maps.
- Students should be comfortable with technology and navigating an interactive website.
- Before clicking launch, there are some helpful resources to check out, including an introduction video and frequently asked questions.
Differentiation
- Students can explore the map individually or with a partner. Lower-level students may benefit from having a partner to help them understand and successfully navigate the simulations.
- Students can each be given a different coastal state to explore using the interactive.
- If you live in a coastal area, this is a very useful resource to identify the future challenges your community will face due to sea level rise.
Datasets used in the map are accurate. Students can visualize to explore the level of sea rise in areas of interest. The resource is recommended for teaching.
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