Does the USGS give teacher workshops?
The USGS does not have a formal program for teacher workshops, but USGS scientists sometimes participate in teacher workshops that are organized by universities or other education groups.
Our USGS Education website lists both resources for use in the classroom and easily-understood resources that teachers can use to educate themselves.
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