Earth Science: Websites

Websites can be a powerful way to research current developments in your subject, from seeing the websites of current researchers (and their topics of research) to videos that explain how to solve problems (both ethical and mathematical).  Check the box below for examples of different websites that might help you research.

Keep in mind that you'll want to evaluate all information you find carefully.  Need help figuring out how to separate the good from the bad?  Check out our guide to Source Evaluation.

NSF Earth Sciences Division

The National Science Foundation's Earth Sciences Division has the latest news and announcements in the field, as well as simple explanations, programs, and other helpful information.

American Geosciences Institute: For students and educators

Data, career info, "Critical issues" related to climate, energy, natural hazards as well.

arxiv

Arxiv is a massive pre-publication open database of scholarly articles in astronomy, physics, and related subjects. 

 

Use these sites to learn about earth science classes, degrees, and faculty at C.O.D.:

• Here is the current program website, with information about the different subjects and faculty in earth science. 
• Here is the current list of earth science classes taught at the college.