On March 22, 2014, a major mudslide occurred near Oso, Washington. How did it impact nearby human communities? Did the river contribute to the landslide? Is this a safe place to live? In this short lesson, students seek answers to these and other questions using ArcGIS Online, a web-based geographic information system (GIS). Using the GIS they will analyze topographic maps and imagery from satellite-based remote sensors.
| Relevant Disciplines: | Earth & Space Science |
| Grade Level: | 6-8 |
| Adaptable to Other Grades: | Yes |
| Time Required (class periods): | 1 |
| Prerequisites: | None |
| Additional Resources Available: | No |
Next Generation Science Standards addressed in this lesson:
MS-ESS2-2