• This resource is an up-to-the-second assessment of human-induced global warming, which also includes several graphs to explain the reasons behind the increase in temperatures. 
• Students will learn about the historical data that has led to the temperature increase and what other factors contribute to global warming. 

Positives

• This resource is an eye-opening look at just how quickly human activity is impacting the Earth's temperature; students can see the increase in just a few seconds. 
• While complex mathematical data is provided, the explanations are clear and easy to understand. 

Additional Prerequisites

• Students should be able to read graphs and there is an algebraic equation included in the text to explain the calculation.
• There are links to additional information provided for more context.
  

Differentiation

• In math classes, consider using the graphs, equation, or ticker at the top to predict future warming and graph those predictions. 
• In science classes, consider using the data sets as a discussion starter. What do students feel looking at the ticker at the top of the screen? What data is surprising to them? What is not surprising? 
• This resource lends itself well to a "turn and talk," where students partner up to share their thoughts after each section of the resource. 
• Other related resources include this video about global warming, this interactive resource about global temperatures, and this video about the difference between weather and climate change.

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