The name of this wonderful web suite of learning tools is called the Ocean Currents. This incredibly well designed science resource is divided into four sections: 1) Lesson, 2) Global Impact, 3) Explore, and Activities. Make sure that you visit all of them. This learning tool is from one of the leaders in science education the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Their clear vision and exciting design  help students learn science in innovative ways.

NASA continues to be a leader in science education! This "learning tool" is called the "Earth Observatory: Data & Images". Here you can explore data sets in a very visual way. Scroll your mouse over Atmosphere, Oceans, Land, Life on Earth, and Heat & Energy to see the specific variables you can choose. Select the variable and then build an animation to see it change over time. We recommend this site in many areas of learningscience.org

The Earthquake Hazards Program allows student to see recent, within 1 week, earthquakes from the US or the world. The data is clear and the navigation is intuitive. the USGS continues to be a leader in science education.

This well done "learning tool" is from the United States Geologic Survey (USGS). This data rich and accessible site is called the Earthquakes Hazards Program - Northern California. The real time earthquake maps are especially good for students to see and use in their studies. The USGS does a wonderful job of science education for all age students.

The name of this "learning tool" is called Global Warming. This web site comes with strong online activities and tutorials that help students understand the concepts and dynamics on this important issue. Virtual Courseware for Earth and Environmental Sciences is an incredible suite of programs & is supported by  the U.S. National Science Foundation & the California State University System. Flash is required.

The name of this "learning tool" is called Plate Tectonics. When you get to the page, there are a series of 6 Flash Presentations (animations) that explain this important geological theory. Be sure to maximize the new window for greater area for your students. This tool has been developed by Optiputer Outreach. Flash is required.

This "learning tool" is called Plate Tectonics.  One of the most innovative science education companies is Explorelearning.com, they call their simulations, Gizmos. They are a subscription site , but they allow you to see this Gizmo for 5 minutes.   Shockwave is required.

The name of this "learning tool" is the National Data Buoy Center. This web site allows students to get real time data from almost any buoy that NOAA maintains. When you get to the site, you will see a world map with rectangles, just click on the rectangle that you are interested in, then click on the buoy number to see data such as wind speed, water and air temperature, among others. A creative and groundbreaking site. Good data can be the bridge to inquiry based science lessons.

This "learning tool" is called Earthquake: Determination of an Epicenter.  One of the most innovative science education companies is Explorelearning.com, they call their simulations, Gizmos. They are a subscription site, but they allow you to see this Gizmo for 5 minutes.   Shockwave is required. Tech Note: Click your browser refresh button if you get an error message after loading.

This "learning tool" is called Hurricane Motion.  One of the most innovative science education companies is Explorelearning.com, they call their simulations, Gizmos. They are a subscription site , but they allow you to see this Gizmo for 5 minutes.   Shockwave is required. Tech Note: Click your browser refresh button if you get an error message after loading.

This learning tool allows students to create their own hurricane and comes to us from NOAA, a leader in science education. The name of the learning tool is Create a Cane. Here students can create a hurricane by making choices of all of the conditions necessary for one to form. Creative and well done. It is harder than you think to create a hurricane!

The name of this wonderful web suite of learning tools is called the Ocean Waves.  This incredible well designed science resource is divided into four sections: 1) Lesson, 2) Global Impact, 3) Explore, and Activities. Make sure that you visit all of them. This learning tool is from one of the leaders in science education the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Their clear vision and exciting design  help students learn science in innovative ways.

The name of this wonderful web suite of learning tools is called the Energy from the Oceans.  This incredible well designed science resource is divided into four sections: 1) Lesson, 2) Global Impact, 3) Explore, and Activities. Make sure that you visit all of them. This learning tool is from one of the leaders in science education the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Their clear vision and exciting design  help students learn science in innovative ways.