The Melt Down

The subject of global warming and melting icebergs is definitely controversial.  The data regarding temperatures rising cannot even be agreed upon.  I believe there is no question the human race has influenced nature both positively and negatively.  If the polar ice caps were to melt the water would have to travel somewhere.  The most logical place would be into our now existing water supply.  Would this mean a large rise in the water levels around the world or small rises due to the present low level of waters in the worlds water tables.  Which ever event happens I see this change as a slow change in the earths surface and one that could be adapted to by the human race.  My big questions would be for other species of life and the actual speed of the melt.  Will they have enough time to adapt?  Will the meltdown happen faster than expected? Is society willing to make changes in their way of life to slow the melt?  Can science find an affordable way to help slow the melt?    

Science Journal Blog One

The STEM lesson plan was very complete.  It brought back memories of the first few years of teaching.  You are so concerned with making sure every aspect of the day is planned.  After 23 years you try to cover all the bases but have developed the ability to think on your feet.  I had just last summer reviewed the 5 E's in a previous class so they were fresh in my mind.  When implement this lesson I would have to be extremely organized, as students would be designing their own investigation.  There will be little time prior to investigations to put together materials.