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Earth Sciences
 Websites presented in alphabetical order Carnegie Institution for Science 
 "Nonprofit organization engaged in basic research and advanced education in biology, astronomy, and the earth sciences." The site includes information about the institution's programs (such as embryology, global ecology, and plant biology), observatories, and geophysical laboratory. "First Light and CASE" has information for elementary schools and teachers. The general public can send questions to Carnegie scientists through "Ask the Experts" link. Searchable. http://www.ciw.edu/ Topics: Astronomy, Biology, K-12 Education, Libraries & Archives by Type, Science Last updated Oct 30, 2007 Committee on Earth Observation Satellites (CEOS): International Directory Network (IDN)
The CEOS IDN "is an international effort to assist researchers in locating information on available datasets" on earth science and global changes in areas such as climate indicators, agriculture, atmosphere, water, environmental impacts, and more. Features links to material by topic and to links to related regional portals and directories. Also includes a newsletter archive back to 2000. From the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). http://idn.ceos.org Topics: Science Last updated Apr 25, 2007 Digital Library for Earth System Education (DLESE)
DLESE is a "geoscience community resource that supports teaching and learning about the Earth system." It is "being built by a community of educators, students, and scientists to support Earth system education at all levels and in both formal and informal settings." Resources include links to "lesson plans, scientific data, visualizations, interactive computer models, and virtual field trips," plus materials for educators. Some features require free registration. Funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF). http://www.dlese.org/ Topics: Lesson Plans, Science, Science Last updated Nov 11, 2006 Earth and Sky Radio Series
"The information in the Earth & Sky web site, and in our daily radio series, is developed from interviews with scientists." This site features a daily chart of celestial events, tonight's sky, how-to and pronunciation guides, articles on earth science, astronomy, and environmental sciences, a FAQ for space and science questions, and tips for teachers. Includes a directory of stations that carry the program. http://www.earthsky.org/ Topics: Media, Media, Science, Science, Sports, Recreation, & Entertainment Last updated Jan 11, 2007 Earth Observatory
This site provides "new satellite imagery and scientific information about our home planet. The focus is on Earth's climate and environmental change." Articles under Features are about the atmosphere, oceans, land, life on earth, heat and energy, and remote sensing. Other sections present current stories, reference materials, earth observing missions, experiments for learning about remote sensing, and a glossary. Weekly updates available. http://earthobservatory.nasa.gov/ Topics: Astronomy, Environment, Pollution, Science, Weather Last updated May 7, 2002 Earth Science Picture of the Day
"The Earth Science Picture of the Day (EPOD) highlights the diverse processes and phenomena which shape our planet and our lives." Photographs from all over the world are featured accompanied by brief descriptions and links to related sites. Includes a searchable and browsable archive of images back to 2000. A service of the Universities Space Research Association (USRA) and sponsored by NASA Goddard. The site welcomes contributors. http://epod.usra.edu/ Topics: Photograph Collections, Science Last updated Apr 13, 2004 Earth Science World
On this site "find Earth [weather] data from around the world, images from the Earth Science World Image Bank, geoscience books, and information on careers in the geosciences." The image bank features a searchable and browsable collection of hundreds of photos of volcanoes, minerals, structures, and more. Also provides information about Earth Science Week, which takes place annually in October. From the American Geological Institute. http://www.earthscienceworld.org/ Topics: Photograph Collections, Science Last updated Jun 24, 2004 Earthguide
This interactive "educational resource about Earth, oceans and the environment" features presentations and animations on topics such as Southern California weather and earthquakes, science of the sea floor, tsunamis, global change and global warming, geologic time, and tides and waves. Also includes links to related websites with news, images, maps, data, teaching tools, activities, and more. From the Geosciences Research Division at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, University of California, San Diego. http://earthguide.ucsd.edu Topics: Science Last updated Feb 4, 2007 EarthScope
This site provides information about the project that uses "modern ... technologies to investigate the structure and evolution of the North American continent and the physical processes controlling earthquakes and volcanic eruptions." Learn about projects such as the drilling of a borehole into the San Andreas Fault, and read reports on the progress of research. "EarthScope is sponsored by the National Science Foundation and conducted in partnership with the US Geological Survey." http://www.earthscope.org Topics: Astronomy, Geology, Science, Science Last updated Sep 6, 2004 The Encyclopedia of Earth
This online encyclopedia has the goal of providing one authoritative information source about the Earth, its environment, the creatures that live on it, and how people interact with and respond to all of the above. Articles are edited and maintained by experts in their respective fields, and they cover a diverse range of topics, usually related to ecological or environmental concerns. Maintained by the Environmental Information Coalition, a group of scientists and educators. http://www.eoearth.org/ Topics: Ready Reference & Quick Facts, Science Last updated Apr 21, 2009 Exploring Earth
This collection of learning modules uses animations, simulations, interactive graphics, and other features to illustrate earth science concepts such as rocks, plate tectonics, volcanoes, earthquakes, glaciers, oceans, and the solar system. This site was meant to accompany a textbook (purchase required; site search requires textbook codes), but it can also be used as a stand-alone resource. From TERC, a nonprofit education research and development organization. http://www.classzone.com/books/earth_science/terc/navigation/home.cfm Topics: Astronomy, Science, Science Last updated Dec 8, 2004 For Kids Only: Earth Sciences Enterprise
Children will find lots of information about various topics Air (air pressure, ozone); Natural Hazards (cyclones and hurricanes, including a ride through the eye); Land (continental drift and plate tectonics); Water (El Nino, measuring tropical rainfall) and People (careers in earth sciences). Links, a FAQ, and Teacher Resources complete the site. Suitable for homework assignments. http://kids.earth.nasa.gov/ Topics: Science, Science Last updated May 11, 2002 Geology.com
Material about geology and earth sciences, including maps and discussions of a wide variety of topics (such as meteor impact craters, rebuilding New Orleans, and waterfalls of the United States). Also includes a dictionary, an overview of geologic time, a mineral identification chart, materials for each state, and links to sites with geology jobs, geology news, and related material. Note: Includes some commercial matter. From a geology professor at Mansfield University, Pennsylvania. http://geology.com Topics: Geology, Science Last updated Feb 21, 2006 Geoscience Australia
Australia's "leading geoscience research and information agency, responsible for producing and providing spatial information to the Australian community." Online tools include a place name database, mapping systems, earthquake maps, sunrise/sunset and moonrise/moonset times, and a distance calculator. The agency researches minerals, geomagnetism, oil and gas production, marine and coastal activities, geodesy and GPS (Global Positioning System), satellite remote sensing; and more. From the Australian Government. http://www.ga.gov.au/ Topics: Geography, Geology, Maps by Place, Regions of the World, Science, Scientific Themes, Technology, Transportation Last updated Jul 11, 2006 Kentucky Geological Survey
A searchable site containing information about the state's fossils and prehistoric life, rocks and minerals, geology, coal, oil, gas, and water. There are educational earth science resources for grades K-12. http://www.uky.edu/KGS/ Topics: Animals, K-12 Education, Science, Science Last updated Oct 13, 2000 NASA Science: Earth
This official, searchable site for NASA's earth science program focuses on the agency's exploration of the earth and is designed to "develop a scientific understanding of Earth's system and its response to natural or human-induced changes, and to improve prediction of climate, weather, and natural hazards." Covers research missions, the science of the earth, and technology used in research. http://nasascience.nasa.gov/earth-science Topics: Environment, Science, Science Last updated Aug 7, 2008 National Geographic: Forces of Nature
This site is a companion to a National Geographic film about four of the most destructive natural forces: hurricanes, earthquakes, volcanoes, and tornadoes. Features a description of the science behind the natural disasters along with an interactive activity for each. Also includes introductory facts, a list of famous forces, a glossary, and lesson plans. http://www.nationalgeographic.com/forcesofnature/ Topics: Film: Genres & Themes, Hurricane Katrina, Lesson Plans, Science, Weather Last updated Jun 7, 2006 NOAA Celebrates 200 Years of Science, Service, and Stewardship (1807-2007)
Website for the 200th anniversary celebration in 2007 of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the federal government agency concerned with the condition of the oceans and the atmosphere. Provides features on historical events, people, and breakthroughs, and data sets, collections, and educational material. Also includes recent changes in NOAA missions and projects and NOAA's visions for the future. http://celebrating200years.noaa.gov/ Topics: Science, Water Last updated Jul 16, 2007 Operational Significant Event Imagery (OSEI)
Here are "high-resolution, detailed imagery of significant environmental events which are visible in remotely-sensed data available at the NOAA Science Center in Suitland, Maryland." Satellite time lapse and still images, often visually appealing, display major dust storms, fires, floods, icebergs, ocean events, severe weather, snow, cyclones, hurricanes, typhoons, volcanoes, and "Unique Imagery." Includes current events and a daily report. There are links to further information. http://www.osei.noaa.gov/ Topics: Astronomy, Geography, Photograph Collections, Photograph Collections: Nature & Wildlife, Science, Weather Last updated Sep 2, 2005 Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research (SCAR)
Information about the Antarctic Treaty, publications about the Antarctic (bulletins, reports, and topical articles), and links to information for the general researcher such as maps, statistics, photos, and background on research groups. From an international, interdisciplinary, non-governmental organization "charged with initiating, developing and coordinating high quality international scientific research in the Antarctic region, and on the role of the Antarctic region in the Earth system." http://www.scar.org/ Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Science Last updated Mar 29, 2006 U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
USGS earth science information about health hazards, natural resources, and the environment, with news, maps, image databases, and much more. There is a place to post questions about earthquakes, volcanoes, natural resources, forests, and glaciers plus a collection of resources for students and teachers. http://www.usgs.gov/ Topics: Geography, Geology, Science, Science Last updated Oct 28, 2002 Understanding Geologic Time
This site "introduces students [in grades 5 through 10] to geologic time, the evidence for events in Earth's history, relative and absolute dating techniques, and the significance of the geologic time scale." Includes interactive quizzes, and lesson plans for teachers. From the Museum of Paleontology, University of California, Berkeley. http://www.ucmp.berkeley.edu/education/explorations/tours/geotime/ Topics: Geology, K-12 Education, Lesson Plans, Ready Reference & Quick Facts, Ready Reference & Quick Facts, Science, Science Last updated Aug 23, 2003 |
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