Introduction
Becoming a Meteorologist
Meteorology is a fun and exciting career choice! Meteorologists across the world get to predict some of Mother Nature's wildest weather. From hurricanes to tornadoes and from heatwaves to blizzards, this is one career choice that will keep you on your toes.
Being able to give the weather conditions in multiple languages can increase your audience and even allow you to travel around the world.
Task
Task:
You are a meteorologist interviewing for a news station position in Florida. The producers would like to reach a broader audience so they are looking for someone who can present the weather in both English and Spanish.
You must research the weather conditions in a variety of Latin American countries and develop a weather chart to present for your interview. Remember that Latin American countries give the temperature in Fahrenheit and Americans use Celsius. You must convert the temperatures. Into both. Then, It’s your turn in front of the camera. Make a video of yourself giving the weather report.
Process
Process:
- Copy and paste the following chart to a Pages or Word Document. You will need four copies. One for each city.Then visit the sites provides to assist you in creating a your weather chart.
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Weather in Madrid:
https://www.eltiempo.es/madrid.html
The weather in Caracas:
http://www.tutiempo.net/caracas.html
The weather in Puerto Rico de Gran Canarías:
https://www.eltiempo.es/puerto-rico.html
Fahrenheit to Celsius converter:
http://www.rapidtables.com/convert/temperature/fahrenheit-to-celsius.htm
Evaluation
Evaluation:
Rubric:
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8-10 |
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Content |
Work demonstrates a deep understanding of the problem and the possible solutions |
Work shows effort however there is some missing information and plan does not reflect the information provided. |
Little effort was put into development of information and the plan is unclear. |
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Time management and participation |
Student shows extensive daily participation and uses time wisely to complete assignment on time. |
Student works off and on and relies upon others to offer suggestions or information. Assignment is partially complete but on time. |
Student shows little effort and does not contribute the team. Assignment is incomplete and turned in late. |
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Public service announcment |
Announcement is well planned and executed. |
Announcement is not planned and is missing elements. |
Announcement is unplanned and does not follow the guidelines for information. |
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Conclusion
Congratulations! you got the Job! Pack your bags you are going an a trip around the world!