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Hydrogeology: Learning by discovery in an urban environment
Grade Level(s):
- College
Source:
- On the Cutting Edge
Resource type:
- field-based investigation
Discipline:
- Earth science
Time: Quarter-long project
Overview
This is an example of a student-driven, instructor-guided field experiments on a budget. Schools that cater to under-represented students are often those with limited resources, however, student-driven discovery in the field is an effective tool for engaging students in the natural environment and in hydrogeology. Effective strategies for addressing the special needs of urban students are included.