LibGuides: Geology: Websites

Tutorials

Using the Web Tutorial
Library tutorial that explains efficient and appropriate uses of the Web for research.

Geology.com
Published by Hobart King, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Geology at Mansfield University of Pennsylvania.
U.S. Geological Survey
Federal source for science about the Earth, its natural and living resources, natural hazards, and the environment.
Texas Water Science Center -- U.S. Geological Survey
Information about the geology and water resources of Texas.
National Geophysical Data Center
From geological disciplines such as marine geology, geophysics, paleoclimatology, solarterrestrial physics, solid earth geophysics, and glaciology.
Digital Library for Earth System Education
Offers electronic materials for both educators and learners, such as lesson plans, maps, images, data sets, visualizations, assessment activities, curriculum, online courses, and much more.

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
"As leaders in the field of climate research, NOAA's research laboratories, joint institutes and programs are working to meet local and regional needs for climate information" (NOAA website).
National Snow and Ice Data Center
A branch of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) which studies glaciers, icebergs, blizzards, and other cold weather phenomena. Includes many facts, photos and educational resources.
National Weather Service
Live weather information
Weather Underground
Live weather information
The Weather Channel
Live weather information

Earthquakes Hazards Program
One of the best sources for information about earthquakes and tsunamis.
Latest Earthquakes (USGS Earthquakes Hazards Program)
The most recent earthquakes in the United States collected from the Advanced National Seismic System, includes interactive maps and links with information on earthquakes occurring within the last hour, day and week.
Earthquake Hazards Program: About Earthquakes
Contains a wealth of resources for students and teachers including animations, photo collections, facts, and more.
Earthquake Hazards Program: Visual Glossary
Provided by the U.S. Geological Survey.

PBS Nova program: Volcano's Deadly Warming
About Galeras and Long period seismic warnings. Includes a teacher's guide.
Global Volcanism Program
This comprehensive site from the Smithsonian Institution includes listings of current eruptions worldwide, profiles of active volcanoes, and information on volcanic regions around the world.
Michigan Technical University Volcanoes Page
This educational resource page "aims to provide information about volcanoes to the public and to complement other informational sites on the web."