These resources use water observations and other environmental datasets to teach scientific interpretation.
The SERC resources are short teaching activities; the HydroLearn resource is a longer course module. Follow each provider’s instructions for access and classroom use.
Brine disposal and water quality
Compare stream chemistry near brine-disposal locations and examine questions about wastewater disposal and seismicity. Created by Tao Wen.
Investigating methane in streams
Work through three hypothetical water-supply investigations using stream observations and oil and gas records. The activity asks students to consider different potential methane sources.
Data science in Earth and environmental sciences
Practice programming and develop an environmental data-analysis workflow. Examples address wildfire and groundwater quality. Created by Tao Wen, Christina Bandaragoda, and Lucas Harris.
Using these resources in a class
Review the activities and check their external tools before teaching; data interfaces can change. For questions about Shale Network data or adapting an activity, contact Tao Wen.