NASA | Five Teachers, 500 Meters Above Greenland

The video documents a flight over Greenland's glaciers as part of Operation Icebridge, a mission to study polar ice. Teachers from Greenland, Denmark, and the US participated, gaining firsthand experience to enhance their teaching. They observed the Arctic's vast, barren landscape and the challenges of flying in such conditions. The professionalism of the pilots and scientists was highlighted, and the teachers explored the Russell Glacier. The experience enriched their understanding of glaciation, which they plan to incorporate into their teaching.

What was the primary objective of the Operation Icebridge mission?

• To study the wildlife in Greenland

• To explore the cultural heritage of the Arctic

• To investigate Arctic and Antarctic ice

• To promote tourism in polar regions

What was one of the biggest surprises for participants during the flight?

• The opportunity to pilot the aircraft

• The ability to interact with researchers and explore the cockpit

• The chance to conduct their own experiments

• The presence of wildlife on the glaciers

What did the teachers observe about the landscape from the air?

• A barren, white desert with no visible life

• A vibrant ecosystem with diverse flora and fauna

• A dense forest with towering trees

• A bustling cityscape with modern infrastructure

What activity did the teachers engage in at the Russell Glacier?

• Observing polar bears

• Building igloos

• Sampling the glacier's meltwater

• Climbing the glacier

How did Peter Gross plan to use his experience from Operation Icebridge?

• By organizing a student trip to Greenland

• By incorporating scientific concepts into his physics classes

• By writing a book about his journey

• By creating a documentary film