Water Quality
Water Quality
Can We Swim in Lake Pontchartrain? An EPA Mystery

Clean drinking water is a necessity for public health. Good water quality is also important for other sources of water. With these resources, you will learn about the parameters that are used to monitor water quality, as well as the consequences poor water quality can have for every aspect of a community's well-being.
Guided Review
Each module will include a combination of readings, videos, and online resources to create an immersive virtual experience. This review is also intended to inspire further investigation, so please explore the resources available below as well as the associated Environmental Explorations
Guided Exploration
Each session includes guidelines and materials to explore the featured topic. Our guided explorations are also designed with space for educators to make the sessions their own! Use the included materials, or draw from the Resource Toolbox section below to tweak the sessions for your specific needs.
Resource Toolbox
Use these curated resources from a wide variety of organizations to learn more about water pollution. Watch a video or listen in on a webinar. Focus on what kinds of questions the data can answer. Share your lesson plans with us, and we will add them to the collection!. Find answers to your questions. Review Relevant Terms...