Water Research, Assessment, and Networking Ecosystems (WRANE)
An informal learning ecosystem program funded through the NSF IUSE:GEOPAths initiative.
Improving the quality and diversity of geoscience education
through informal learning environments.
The Water Research, Assessment, and Networking Ecosystem (WRANE) aims to improve geoscience
education at the High School and Community College levels through informal learning
ecosystems. This program establishes out-of-school-time cohorts which will focus on
water-related geoscience topics. These cohorts will participate in educational activities,
do citizen science research, and network with faculty, industry, and governmental
professionals.
Join the WRANE program
Recruitment of Teachers and Students
We are actively recruiting teachers to establish and lead WRANE student cohorts at
high schools and community colleges. Participants will be supported with educational
resources through online, networking, lab, and field instruction, and will participate
in citizen science research projects.
Instructional Materials
Lectures. Videos. Discussion Boards.
WRANE participants will have access to instructional material on water-related topics
created to meet current Oklahoma science standards. These materials will include lectures,
demonstrations, videos, and discussion boards through the Canvas learning platform.
