K-12 Partnership K-8 Earth Science



	K - 12 Partnership Online Materials 2001 - 2002 K - 8 Exploring Earth Science Using the Internet Purpose Today's workshop will focus on using the Internet in the study of earth science. In particular, we will cover the topics of geology, oceanography and astronomy. We will focus on real time data and collaborative activities that focus on earth science topics. Online Experts Ask An Earth Scientist Ask Dr. Soho NASA site Ask A Geologist Mineral Resource Specialists Geology Online Educational Materials Geology Real Time Data Projects Musical Plates -- Using real time earthquake data available from the Internet, explore the relationship between earthquakes and plate tectonics Volcanoes USGS site Volcano Expedition Geology Collaborative Projects Sands of the World Rock Swap Collaborative Project Geology Resources Geology Resource Page Earthquakes for Kids-USGS Global Volcanism Program - Smithsonian Hawaiian Volcano Observatory National Earthquake Information Center Life Along the Faultline Volcanoes.com This Dynamic Earth - USGS The Virtual Cave Surfing for Earthquakes and Volcanoes-Lessons for grades 6-8 Oceanography Online Educational Materials Real Time Oceanography Resources Real Time Data Internet Resources Recent Marine Data -NOAA Undersea Volcano Monitoring Oceanography Real Time Data Projects The Gulf Stream Voyage Sea Turtle Migration Project Oceanography Collaborative Projects Rosita - sail with a family in search of right whales Oceanography Resources Oceanography Internet Resources SeaWiFS Project Exploring the Ocean Planet-Monterey Bay Aquarium site The Sea OceanLink Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences Exploring the Ocean Through Literature-K-4 lessons Astronomy Online Educational Materials Astronomy Real Time Data Projects Athena Space Curriculum The Sun Module Astronomy Collaborative Projects Big Sky Astronomical Society - gain access via the internet to an astronomical laboratory Astronomy Resources Astronomy Internet Resources Astronomy Links- Comprehensive site with charts, maps, news, etc. The Astronomy Cafe Star Child-NASA site with games and activities for grades 3 and up Amazing Space-Excellent reinforcement activities for students Solar System Exploration Planetary Picture List Kid's Guide to the Johnson Space Center Off to a Flying Start - students study the principles of flight

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