Volcanoes

How Volcanoes Work - Every aspect of the science behind volcanoes is covered in depth on this NASA sponsored site designed for university students and teachers. You can treat it as a course if you like; each section closes with a Test Yourself section.

VolcanoWorld Teaching and Learning - From types of volcanoes and volcano facts through building volcano models and how to become a volcanologist, this is a great starting point for anyone who wants to learn about volcanoes.

Volcanoes - Find out about the nature of volcanoes, different types of volcanoes, types of volcanic eruptions, and other volcanic structures including geysers, with this online booklet by Robert I. Tilling. Plenty of photos and diagrams are included (USGS).

Volcanoes Module Exploring The Environment - While this learning module is designed for students grades 7 to 12, the information about volcanoes and volcanic processes is clearly presented and the problem-solving situations give learners a chance to apply their knowledge of volcanoes to real world situations.

VolcanoWorld Current Volcanic Activity - A listing of current and most recent eruptions. Click on the name of each volcano listed to find more information about it and, in some cases, pictures.

Smithsonian/USGS Weekly Volcanic Activity Report - Each annotation in this list of new and ongoing volcanic activity includes hyperlinks to terms and acronyms making it a great source for learning about volcanoes and the organizations involved in studying them, too.

Earths Active Volcanoes By Geographic Region - The name of each active volcano in this list will take you to a page of resources about it, including eruption updates, bulletins from the Smithsonian Instutitions Global Volcanism Network, and links to related information about the volcanos geographic area.

Volcano Index - Looking for a particular volcano or volcanoes in a particular region? This index makes it easy to find information and pictures on volcanoes around the world.

Smithsonian Volcanoes Of The World - Search by location, by name or find the volcano youre looking for on a list of one-line summaries using this database compiled by Smithsonian volcanologists. Each entry includes a picture and detailed information, including eruptive history and maps (Global Volcanism Program).

Volcanoes Of The World - The great thing about this index from USGS/Cascades Volcano Observatory is that it includes links to specific volcanoes and information about volcanic regions. Each linked page has background information, maps, graphics, and items of interest, providing a treasure trove of information.

Hawaii Center For Volcanology - Take a virtual tour, read about the eruptions at Loihi, Mauna Loa and Kilauea, or learn about the formation of Hawaiian volcanoes. Be sure to visit the photo gallery.

Mauna Loa - Everything you ever wanted to know about Mauna Loa, earths largest volcano, is here, including its history, hazards, and details of its current activity (Hawaiian Volcano Observatory).

Kilauea - It's not the biggest volcano, but it may be the most famous of all. The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory also has an excellent collection of information about Kilauea, including frequent eruption updates.

Mount St. Helens - A collection of resources about Mount St. Helens and the 1980 eruption, including photographs and movies.

Mount Etna - A diary of Mount Etnas eruptive history with pictures and links to further information.

Volcano Monitoring Techniques - An explanation of how volcano monitoring is done and a list of the different U.S. Volcano Observatories engaged in monitoring. Click on the menu under the picture for more details about specific types of volcano monitoring.

Volcanic Hazards Primer - Whats a pyroclastic surge or a hazard map? This overview of why and how scientists study volcanoes and information about the different types of volcanic hazards will answer these questions and more.

NASA Earth Observing System IDS Volcanology - Learn how NASA is using a series of polar-orbiting remote-sensing satellites to study active volcanoes, volcanic hazards and volcanic inputs to the atmosphere. Vocanoes under study include Kilauea, Fernandina and Pinatubo.

Volcano Watch - View current satellite images of a dozen of the worlds most active volcanoes including Etna, Stromboli and Popocatepetl. Images are updated every half hour.

VolcanoCams Around The World - It's almost like being there! See exactly whats happening at your favourite volcano right now (or close to it). Some of these VolcanoCam images are updated every five minutes.

Americas Volcanic Past - National Parks and Monuments - Click on the name of any of the National Parks and Monuments in this list and youll be taken to a page giving in depth information about that areas volcanic features and highlights. Use the menu at the left of the page to access further information, including pictures and park information.

Crater Lake National Park - A great starting point for finding out anything you want to know about Crater Lake. A trip planner, current information, and a student study guide are accessible from this page; click on the In Depth button to go to more information about the park and its volcanic features.

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - A must visit before you visit, this site is packed with information and photographs about the park, its volcanoes, and activities and lodgings for visitors (National Park Service).

Yellowstone National Park - Sure, theres information about Old Faithful here and a whole lot more, such as travel basics, park fees, an online tour, and the opportunity for kids to become junior rangers (National Park Service).