EarthScope uses advanced geophysical sensors and high-performance computing to measure signals generated by earthquakes and volcanic events. The data are freely accessible in nearly real-time. Products are continually developed and updated to assist students and faculty in their education, research and teaching.
EarthScope Education and Outreach (E&O)
Workshops & Meetings
E&O by Scientists
E&O Resources
Broader Impact Ideas
Related E&O Websites
About EarthScope E&O
College Faculty and Students
EarthScope Observatories
EarthScope has three main efforts aimed at data collection and scientific investigation of the North American continent using advanced instrumentation. Field programs also deploy seismic, GPS, and other instruments to investigate local and regional scientific objectives.
- EarthScope Observatories - USArray, PBO, and SAFOD
- USArray - Seismometers moving across the United States
- Plate Boundary Observatory (PBO) - GPS and other geodetic instruments
- San Andreas Fault Observatory at Depth (SAFOD) - Drillhole across an active earthquake fault
- Field Programs - Temporary arrays of seismic, GPS, and other instruments
About EarthScope
- EarthScope Today - Daily-updated map of EarthScope instrument locations
- EarthScope “About US” - Synopsis of a National Science Foundation program
- About USArray - A continental-scale seismic observatory
Resources for Students
- IRIS Materials for Students - Explore and learn about earthquakes
- UNAVCO Materials for Students - GPS tools, exercises, and opportunities
- IRIS Internship Program - Seismology research experience
- RESESS Internships - Research Experience in Solid Earth Science for Students
- Summer of Applied Geophysical Experience (SAGE) - "Hands on" geophysical exploration and research
Resources for Faculty
- EarthScope Resources - Electronic materials to enhance teaching, curricula, and presentations
- Presentations - Slides of EarthScope facts, facilities, and science results
- IRIS Materials for Researchers - Seismic data, equipment, and training
- IRIS Materials for Educators - Seismology resources and opportunities
- IRIS Educational Resources - Seismology lessons, posters, and acrtivities
- UNAVCO Education and Outreach for Faculty - GPS training, data tools, and tutorials
Using EarthScope Data in The Classroom
- Teachable Moments - Lessons from recent and past EarthScope discoveries
- UNAVCO Data for Educators - GPS stations that illustrate various Earth science processes
- USArray Ground Motion Visualizations - Seismic waves arriving from distant earthquakes
- Jules Verne Voyager Map Tools - Interactive mapping of geophysical observations
Learning about EarthScope and its Discoveries
- EarthScope Publications - For scientists, policy makers, landowners, and the general public
- UNAVCO-EarthScope E&O Partnership - PBO data, products, and training
Getting Involved with EarthScope
- Broader Impact Ideas for EarthScope Scientists - Suggestions and examples for NSF and other proposals
- USArray Siting Outreach - Faculty and students help site Transportable Array deployments.
- USArray Station Adoption Program - Incorporating EarthScope seismometers into other seismic networks
- IRIS Sabbaticals in Seismology - For faculty at IRIS Educational Institutions
EarthScope Data and Science Products
- EarthScope Science Products - Data products, resources, meetings, and funding
- EarthScope Educational Handouts (English and Spanish) - Observatories, Science Results, Use of Data
- Teachable Moments - Lessons from recent and past EarthScope discoveries
- Visualizations - Dynamic portrayals of EarthScope maps, observations, and interpretations
- IRIS Animations - Plate tectonics, earthquakes, Earth structure, and more
- IRIS Active Earth Display - Touch screen monitor bringing EarthScope to students and the public
- Cascadia Subduction Zone Module - Graphic display of the Active Earth in the Pacific Northwest
- GeoEarthScope LiDAR images - Alaska, California, Yellowstone, and other areas
Workshops
- EarthScope Workshops and Meetings - Upcoming opportunities and previous summaries
- IRIS Professional Development - Earthquake training and classroom materials
- UNAVCO Educational Workshops - GPS training and classroom materials
- UNAVCO Short Courses - Use of GPS, InSAR, LiDAR, and other data
- On the Cutting Edge Workshops - Professional development for geoscience faculty
Formal Presentations by Scientists
- EarthScope Speaker Series: EarthScope scientists present their findings in colleges and universities
- IRIS/SSA Distinguished Lectureship Series - Seismology presentations at museums and libraries
U. S. Geological Survey Earth Hazards Information
- USGS Earthquake Information - Maps and information on recent seismic activity
- USGS Geohazards Team - Earthquakes, landslides, and geomagnetism, and global seismic network
- USGS Volcano Hazards Program - Volcano alerts and updates
Earth Science Education and Outreach
- Earth Science Literacy Principles - Ideas about the Earth for an educated public
- SCEC - Southern California Earthquake Center
- Fun with Science (John Lahr) - Demonstrations and activities for physics, seismology, and more
- Volcano World - Volcano science and education resources
- NAGT - National Association of Geoscience Teachers
- NSTA - National Science Teachers Association
Participate and Contribute to EarthScope
- Please tell us your EarthScope materials or product needs, or ask questions you might have about EarthScope observatories, field operations, or science results. EarthScope welcome contributions of classroom materials on EarthScope for consideration for inclusion on the EarthScope website, and would like to work with you on materials development.
- EarthScope Education and Outreach Implementation Plan - Engaging diverse audiences
- EarthScope Education and Outreach Subcommittee (EEOSC) - Educators help plan and guide education and outreach
- Committee Nominations - Peer or self nominations to serve on EEOSC
- EarthScope Contacts - Your questions, needs, and suggestions ......
