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Scientific inquiry allows us to develop the ability to think,
ask questions, plan investigations, gather data, think critically,
and communicate scientific arguments. This is the process
used by scientists to investigate the universe. The resources
in this section allow us to practice inquiry while investigating
interesting questions and topics.
Be sure to look at the different
set of resources listed at the Student/Learner webpage
for this topic.
See Interactive Investigations
for additional outstanding examples of ongoing inquiry projects.
 Amazon
Interactive
This online adventure allows learners to explore the geography
of the Ecuadorian Amazon, learning about the rainforest and
the Quichua people who live there. Activities include learning
about the interaction between decision-making, the environment,
and economic forces through either directing a community-based
ecotourism project or designing a crop rotation plan for small
plots of land.
 Big
Trouble in Earthquake Country
This is a Science Education Gateway project from the Lawrence
Hall of Science. It offers online earthquake hazard maps and
geological information so that learners can assess likely
hazards to life and property from earthquakes of various magnitudes.
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