Developed and maintained by the Jason Education Project at the Texas A&M University, this comprehensive site has educational information and activities on weather, foraminifera, coral reefs, satellites, El Nino, ice ages, fisheries, waves, icebergs and currents. A wealth of student and educator resources is available. Teacher resources include a crash-course in oceanography, a section on using ... Full description.

Established in 1989 by the National Academy of Sciences/National Research Council, RISE conducts workshops and publishes materials to help scientists and engineers play effective roles in improving science education, from kindergarten through high school. Site provides information to help potential volunteers determine how they can best make a positive contribution to their local schools and community. ... Full description.

The first of three Sharing Science with Children Guides produced by the North Carolina Museum of Life and Science. This guide is written for scientists and engineers interested in making effective classroom presentations. Teaching tips, a list of typical science topics studied, and a chart describing the thinking and learning capabilities of K-8 students are all included. Full description.

Insight on how scientists should approach working with teachers in their classroom. Guidelines for before the visit, working with the teacher, working with the students, and then how to approach student/teacher feedback. An excellent resource for bridging the gap between scientists and educators. Full description.

COSEE is a network of seven regional centers (East Coast, Gulf, and West Coast) that act locally and regionally. Its aim is to promote the development of partnerships between research scientists and educators, to disseminate effective ocean sciences programs and best practices, and to promote a vision of ocean education that will create a more scientifically literate workforce and citizenry. From ... Full description.

Guides student progress on science fair projects, providing links to online resources for each step in the process: choosing a topic, understanding the scientific method, posing a good question, finding resources or asking experts for information. Plus, recommends links with tips for preparation of student papers displays and presentations. And, provides a list of links are like handbooks, taking ... Full description.

This collaborative project uses sand to teach an earth science unit, engaging science, language arts, math and other skills. Explains sand origins and composition, provides mineralogy background and sand analysis worksheet for students. Compares sands worldwide, with sites from different countries and an extensive gallery of sand microphotography. Includes audio recordings and explanations of musical ... Full description.

Great source of science fair topics and projects, sorted by subject. Offers project tips for students, guidance for teachers and parents, and provides science fair news, student profiles, and descriptions of winning projects. Also featured are: suggestions for classroom activities in science and math; recommended websites and other resources; hands-on lab activities and lab safety tips; plus weekly ... Full description.

This site offers educators information, resources, and links for promoting academic achievement and environmental literacy. It describes the Environmental Education and Training Partnership (EETAP), participating organizations, services, and achievements. EETAP is a national leader in the delivery of environmental education training for education professionals. Site features publications, conference ... Full description.

COSEE-SE provides resources and links to help improve diversity in ocean sciences. Included resources are coastal legacy resources for elementary and middle school teachers, Coastal Legacy traveling curriculum kit, documents from the Multicultural Pathways for Ocean Science Education workshop, and university and marine laboratory programs. Full description.