Where Does Wind Come From?

Provided by: Crash Course |Published on: April 27, 2021

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Synopsis

This Crash Course video explains major wind systems across the globe and how the rotation and shape of the Earth affect them.
Students will learn how wind patterns form and how they have impacted human activities, from European colonization to modern air travel and wind energy production.

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Subjects: Earth and Space Sciences, Geography

Authors: Crash Course

Region: Global

Languages: English

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Positives

It is an accessible introduction to wind formation and major wind systems and uses simple graphics to support student understanding.
It ends with an acknowledgment of the harm caused to Indigenous and Aboriginal peoples, along with a recommendation to learn more by reaching out to local Indigenous groups.

Prerequisites

Students should have an understanding of basic map skills and terminology.

Differentiation & Implementation

This video includes several diagrams and maps where teachers can pause to check for understanding and reteach when necessary.
There are many topics covered in this video that can be used in a history class to make connections between regional climates, weather patterns, and historical events.
Other resources related to this topic include the Effect of Atmospheric Circulation on Climate and How Do Oceans Circulate?

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