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 Science College Board Standards for College Success
A new report from the College Board identifies the discipline-specific content knowledge and scientific practices that will provide all students with the education necessary to prepare them for success in college. The USGS co-chaired the Commission and was the only Federal science agency asked to have representation. This is the first time that the College Board has recognized and included a distinct set of standards for earth science.
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USGS Educational Resources For Primary Grades Grades K-6
USGS Educational Resources For Secondary Grades Grades 7-12
USGS Educational Resources For Undergraduate Education Community Colleges and Universities
USGS Resources For California's Education Standards (K-12)
This Web site links selected online resources to an established list of Science and History-Social Science content standards for California.
Schoolyard Geology
Activities and examples of ways to turn a "field trip" through your own schoolyard into a rich geologic experience.
Handout about USGS Education Resources
Incorporate USGS science in lesson-planning with help from this convenient handout.
USGS Teacher Packets
Originally created as printed products, each teacher packet contains a teacher guide, materials, and activities covering volcanoes, maps, geologic age, fossils, caves, or ecosystems. Suitable for K-12, as indicated.
The "GPS Class"
Lessons and information about using Global Positioning Systems (GPS) in education.
USGS Publications
Search database of over 69,000 USGS maps, books, and other publications.
USGS Store
Use the USGS Store to browse and purchase paper maps and other products that are popular with educators. Just enter the Store and click on "Education Products" (teacher discounts are available). Also download free digital topographic maps by clicking on "Map Locator".
USGS Photo and Image Collections
To find copyright-free USGS photos and images for viewing or download, go to the USGS Multimedia Gallery, the Photographic Library, or one of these sites.
Ask USGS
Can't find the information you need? Send your question to Ask USGS or call 1-888-ASK-USGS (1-888-275-8747). For questions related to geology only, receive a personal response from a USGS scientist by contacting Ask-A-Geologist.
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 USGS Podcast Series
USGS CoreCast audio files (4-15 minutes long) address topics ranging from natural hazards to human health and wildlife disease. Short on time but big on science? Listen to very brief audio files at USGS CoreFacts.
Educational Videos and Animations
A collection of USGS videos and animations covering a wide range of science topoics.
Videotaped Lectures
A compilation of USGS videotaped lectures.
Find A Map!
Links to popular USGS map resources and map databases, including the: The National Map, and The National Atlas.
Our Changing Planet - Lessons & Activities
Think that geography is just memorizing state capitals? With these USGS resources and lessons, you'll be investigating our changing planet!
Careers in Science
Web resources and videos about USGS Science and Careers.
Internships, Employment Opportunities, and Research Grants
See what opportunities are available for undergraduate and graduate students, and faculty to participate in USGS science.
NAGT-USGS Cooperative Field Training Program
Thirty-seven student interns have been placed in the 2009 National Association of Geoscience Teachers (NAGT)-USGS Cooperative Summer Field Training Program. Take a look at the exciting projects in which these students will be participating.
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New Publication on Water Use
Estimated Use of Water in the United States in 2005 shows that in 2005 Americans used 410 billion gallons of water per day, slightly less than in 2000. The declines are attributed to more efficient irrigation systems and alternative technologies at power plants. Despite a 30 percent population increase during the past 25 years, overall water use has remained fairly stable. A podcast is also available.
New Whooping Crane Video
This 16-minute video on the Whooping Crane project at the USGS Patuxent National Wildlife health center discusses health, exercises, diet, and training of these birds that were once on the brink of extinction. Go to the Whooping Crane Web site for more information.
New Geologic Map of the North Cascades
A beautiful new geologic map of the North Cascade Range east of Puget Sound in Washington state covers the Glacier Peak and Mount Baker volcanoes and North Cascade National Park. This online publication includes a nontechnical pamphlet with an extensive glossary (a technical pamphlet is also available) and over 100 photographs of the geology and landscape.
NBII
Visit the newly-revised Web site for the National Biological Information Infrastructure (NBII), your one-stop-shop for access to biology information. NBII Kids and NBII LIFE (images) are especially good resources for educators. The NBII is managed by the USGS Biological Informatics Office.
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