It's Alive: Students observe air-water interface samples rich with organisms

Journal Article | April 2002

After collaboration with a university researcher, students found that the air-water interface was a thin biofilm on the surface of still water composed of a rich variety of living microorganisms. Samples exposed to day-…

The Wealth of Water

Case Study | July 2009

Science Sampler: A student-centered project focused on obtaining clean drinking water for the community

Journal Article | November 2008

This project-based science unit, focused on a local environmental issue, created a great deal of interest and learning, as well as drew in the support of the community. The authors designed and implemented the project…

Classroom-Scale Experiments in System-Scale Modeling With Application to the Global Cycle of Water and Energy

Journal Article | August 2018

Model the movement of energy through the water cycle.

Wilderness Water Crisis: Next Generation Science Standards–Aligned Assessments for an Energy Activity

Journal Article | December 2017

Use a real-world scenario to engage in the scientific practice of collecting, analyzing, graphing, and interpreting data.

Every Drop Counts: Students develop public service announcements on the importance of water conservation

Journal Article | April 2002

Students research local water resource issues and translate this acquired knowledge into public service announcements (PSAs) on the importance of water conservation. This project provides a meaningful context for…