A powerful search tool allows filtering by grade level, topic, and resource type. The virtual field trip of Canada is a great alternative for classes that are confined to the classroom. Exploring The Environment Funded by NASA Goddard Space Flight Center and the Learning Technology Program, the ETE site focuses on understanding today's Earth to protect its future. Teaching modules and recommended classroom strategies involve a wide range of earth science fields, including timely information and data. An extensive collection of virtual field trip locations around the world gives teachers and students quick access to regional data and professional geologic surveys.
Most materials are introductory, but focused on secondary education or college-level learners.
Middle School Earth Science Explorer NASA's Classroom of the Future project introduced this site particularly for middle school educators. Students can use the activities at this site like an online workbook. All sources are cited, making Athena an excellent example for students on how to acknowledge their information sources. Students can use the activities at this site like an online workbook. All sources are cited, making Athena an excellent example for students on how to acknowledge their information sources.