Geoheritage Workshop The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) has identified 55 significant geologic sites in the U.S that demonstrate geoheritage values. The American Geosciences Institute (AGI) has partnered with the USGS to develop educational resources and a feedback session for educator input. What is Geoheritage? Think about a place that holds meaning for you. Why is this place important to you? W…
RAILES Program Calling all U.S.-based high school Earth Science and Environmental Science teachers! Become immersed in a PD session at the University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa and explore how to use real-world water data to familiarize students with AI techniques and skills. Program Details “Real-world AI Literacy in Earth Science” (RAILES) invites high school Earth Science and Environme…
2025 Ed Roy Award Recipient David W. Curry, an Earth and space science teacher at Newtown Middle School in Newtown, Pennsylvania, has been named the 2025 recipient of the American Geoscience Institute’s (AGI) Edward C. Roy Jr. Award for Excellence in K-8 Earth Science Teaching. A dedicated lifelong learner, Curry says that his teaching has been reinvigorated by recent professional developme…
Geoscience Careers Geoscientists work with minerals, soil, agriculture, energy, fossils, oceans, freshwater, the atmosphere, natural hazards, space exploration, and more. Each plays a vital role in Earth’s systems, contributing to industries and solving global challenges. Discover how geoscientists study these components to better understand our planet. Geoscience Careers Related to Earth&r…
Soil-Related Resources AGI is collaborating with the USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) to create and promote K-12 educational resources focused on soils, including engaging lessons and activities. Additionally, NRCS operates Web Soil Survey which is a valuable tool for integrating scientific data into the classroom. Educator guides to Web Soil Survey are now available! Op…
Designing Rain Gardens for Stormwater Solutions The Resilience and Innovation in Nature-based Stormwater Solutions (RAINSS) project partners with schools and communities facing stormwater flooding. Using the RAINSS Curriculum, participants explore stormwater issues, analyze data, and engage students in hands-on rain garden investigations to strengthen local resilience. Designing a Rain Garden Imp…
Setup for Models The Streams of Data lessons use two models as hands-on methods for helping students understand water movement through the environment and changes in river height. Guidance for the setup of models and their components can be found below. Awesome Aquifer Kit – Modeling Groundwater Modeling groundwater can be done as a teacher demonstration or students can complete it in small group…
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Geoscience Careers Related to the Biosphere The biosphere includes all living organisms and their interactions with the environment. Professionals in these fields explore Earth’s diverse ecosystems to assess biodiversity, ecological interactions, and the impacts of human activities on species and habitats to develop conservation strategies and promote sustainable practices in agriculture, fisheri…
Edward C. Roy Jr. Award For Excellence in K-8 Earth Science Teaching - Past Winners 2026 Winner Misti Newby National Finalists Robert Zinke 2025 Winner David Curry National Finalists Brian Gardiner Robert Zinke 2024 Winner Lesley Urasky National Finalists Alejandra Martinez Ellis Pawson III 2023 Elementary School Winner Marcia Train 2023 Middle School Winner Mark Goldner 2022 Winner David Amidon …
Rivers and Flash Flooding Streams of Data is research project funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF) in which lessons were created and tested to determine how well students could use real-world data on rainfall and river height to understand the occurrence of flash floods. Read the full project description on the Education Development Center Oceans of Data website. Lesson Resources This …
Edward C. Roy Jr. Award For Excellence in K-8 Earth Science Teaching This award honors the memory of Dr. Edward C. Roy Jr., a past president of the American Geosciences Institute (AGI) and a professor at Trinity University, San Antonio, Texas, and a recipient of both the Ian Campbell Medal and the Heroy Distinguished Service Award. He was a lifelong supporter of teachers and students of all ages …
Earth Science Lessons Related to Mining AGI is collaborating with The Nevada Mining Association (NVMA) to update select lessons, aligning them with state standards and connecting them to real-world examples. Topics include careers, map reading, plate tectonics, rocks and minerals, sustainability, and the mining process. What’s New? Grade-Level Specific – Each topic has different versions for stud…
Geosciene Careers Related to the Geosphere The geosphere encompasses Earth’s solid components, including the crust, mantle, and core. Careers that study the geosphere investigate Earth’s structure, processes such as plate tectonics, volcanism, and seismic activity, and the distribution of minerals and resources. They utilize fieldwork, laboratory analysis, and advanced imaging techniq…
AGI hosts webinars on a variety of topics related to the geosciences including webinars about career development, topics of interest to support the success of geoscience academic departments, and discussions with geoscientists and decision makers regarding potential solutions to challenges at the interface of geoscience and society. Upcoming Webinars Recent Webinars
Investigating Earth Systems (IES) The resources on this page provides support for educators using the Investigating Earth Systems curriculum in their middle school Earth Science courses. Please also see Activate Learning’s Investigating Earth Systems page for additional resources related to this curriculum. IES Support Resources Resources to support the use of IES are now available on AGI&r…
AGI produces lessons, activities, and curricula for K-12 and informal earth science educators. However, we recognize that in many schools, earth science is taught as part of an integrated science course. The table below can help make connections between earth science concepts and biology, chemistry, and physics. Connections to the Earth Science Disciplinary Core Ideas (DCIs) Earth Science DCIs Bi…
Geoscientist Outreach Initiative (GO-In) AGI offers this new professional development opportunity for geoscience professionals to gain the tools and confidence they need to create and facilitate meaningful experiences with K-12 students and the general public through hands-on activities that are aligned with curriculum standards and use established educational techniques. Our team can help you to…
Chapter 3: Surface Processes Sections in this Chapter Chapter Challenge Section 1: The Water Cycle Section 2: Rivers and Drainage Basins Section 3: Slopes and Landscapes Section 4: High-Gradient Streams Section 5: Low-Gradient Streams Section 6: Sediments in Streams Section 7: Soil and Land Use Section 8: Glaciers and the Landscape Section 9: Wind and the Landscape Section 10: Coastal Processes E…
AGI Engages in Outreach AGI is dedicated to advancing geoscience education and public awareness through a variety of outreach events. Explore highlights from our recent initiatives, including workshops, field experiences, and conferences, that connect educators, students, and the broader community with the exciting world of geosciences. Recent AGI Outreach Events ESIP Out2Lunch Presentation (Virt…
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