Virtual Earthquake part of SERC Web Resource Collection

This online geology lab has students work with a simulated earthquake event. Students determine the epicenter using P-S travel times and compute the Richter magnitude of the quake by measuring the ...

AGLO - Applied Geophysics Learning Objects part of SERC Web Resource Collection

The AGLO project focuses on developing materials for the subject of applied geophysics. Three types of learners were targeted: (i) students with general backgrounds; (ii) geoscience students, and ...

Demonstrations of Geophysical Principles Applicable to the Properties and Processes of the Earth's Interior part of SERC Web Resource Collection

These demonstrations are designed to help students develop a conceptual understanding of geophysical principles. The concepts covered in these demonstrations include rheology, seismic waves, ...

Discover Our Earth part of SERC Web Resource Collection

The Discover Our Earth collection is designed to enhance learning of Earth Science topics including earthquakes, volcanoes, topography, plate tectonics and sea level change. Discover our Earth is a ...

Our Dynamic Planet part of SERC Web Resource Collection

This CD-ROM consists of tools for learner investigations of data that support the theory of Plate Tectonics. Data are accessible through a point and click interface with extensive online help. This ...

Case Histories in Applied Geophysics part of SERC Web Resource Collection

This site is designed as a reference resource for case histories in applied geophysics. Sorted first by geophysical method, including gravity, magnetics, seismic methods, DC resistivity - induced ...

Case Histories in Applied Geophysics part of SERC Web Resource Collection

This site is designed as a reference resource for case histories in applied geophysics. Sorted first by geophysical method, including gravity, magnetics, seismic methods, DC resistivity - induced ...

Plate Tectonics-Discover Our Earth part of SERC Web Resource Collection

This site from Cornell University presents an illustrated and interactive description of plate tectonics. Topics covered include an introduction to plate boundaries and sea floor spreading, and the ...

Dive and Discover: Expeditions to the Seafloor part of SERC Web Resource Collection

Dive and Discover is an interactive distance learning web site designed to immerse you in the excitement of discovery and exploration of the deep seafloor. Dive and Discover brings you right on board ...

Earthquake Hazards Program: Rectangular Area Earthquake Search part of SERC Web Resource Collection

This USGS site has an online form that lets the user select parameters to perform a rectangular area search for earthquakes. The user must define the output file type, data base, and input ...