Ground Water Studies

The "Ground Water Studies" module for grades 6-9 teaches students basic earth science concepts through the exploration of ground water - the largest accessible and most valuable source of fresh water on earth. The hands-on student activities use real data from industry and government agencies, and follow a problem-solving approach. In addition, the module integrates science, mathematics, geography, and economics, as well as social and environmental issues, into a topic that is rarely addressed in most K- 12 curricula. Students learn about this relevant water source through the teacher resource kit which includes: plastic ground water models aquifer maps water use posters groundwater video and water information brochures. Teachers are able to obtain the curriculum notebook for the "Ground Water Studies" module by attending a teacher training workshop. The notebook provides the necessary scientific background for the teachers to successfully teach the module to their students and relevant hands-on activities. In addition, (when available), a local field trip to a water well drilling site, monitoring well, water treatment plant, and/or contaminated ground water site gives the teachers a real-world look at an issue related to water. Back to DESP Home Page