HAQAST aims to provide resources not only for the scientists of today, but for the next generation, as well. Below you’ll find educational materials suitable for a wide range of ages and levels of sophistication.
TEMPO Data Story
The TEMPO (Tropospheric Emissions: Monitoring Pollution) satellite mission observes air quality across North America with high resolution—both spatially (at neighborhood scales) and in time (hourly measurements during daylight hours). The TEMPO Data Story (TEMPO DS) is an online interactive that allows learners to explore the rich dataset from this mission. They can use the tool to investigate the air quality where they live (or elsewhere) and how it changes with time.
Sortable Spreadsheet of Air Quality Resources By Grade Level/Standard
This spreadsheet of resources is related to air quality education, from K-12. All lessons included here are free, although some may require you to create an account.
NASA ARSET
NASA offers an Applied Remote Sensing Training (ARSET) for those who are interested in learning more about how to integrate NASA’s Earth Science data into an agency’s decision-making activities. This is the best way to become fluent in using NASA’s tools. ARSET offers both webinars and in-person workshops.
NASA Aura
This website provides ample information related to air quality. Read about the Aura satellite, ozone, air quality, and other NASA missions.
NASA Earth Observatory Images
This NASA Earth Observatory featured image tracks the ash from the eruption at the Puyehue-Cordón Caulle volcanic complex.
NASA Earth Observatory for Kids
In this issue, EO Kids is blasting into the sky and following the trails of volcanic plumes as they travel across the globe. You will discover how satellites help us make air travel safer in the aftermath of an eruption. You can create your own flipbook animation and track the traveling ash and gas in this month’s activities. Plus, see a volcano in 3-D. EO Kids are committed to making Earth science fun and engaging.
Changing Weather and Climate in the Great Lakes Region
Learn more about air quality with HAQAST's Tracey Holloway in this short, informational video.
My NASA Data
My NASA Data harnesses the wealth of earth science data collected by NASA satellites for use by educators and students. This site offers data visualization tools, lesson plans, and more!
NASA/NOAA SciJinks
Read through NASA/NOAA's SciJinks page for easy-to-understand information about weather, satellites, air quality, and more! There are also great photos, interactive games, and comics.
Python Tutorials for Atmospheric and Geophysical Sciences
Python tutorials designed for undergraduate and graduate students with an interest in air quality and the atmospheric sciences (no or minimal prior coding experience). Python is a programming language that is easy to learn and is capable of complex, rigorous computations. It is becoming the popular coding language for scientific researchers in many disciplines.