Minerals Education Coalition launches website

The Minerals Education Coalition (MEC), the K-12 education and public awareness and outreach program of the Society for Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration, has launched a new website at www.MineralsEducationCoalition.org. MEC envisions the website helping to create an enlightened and supportive public that appreciates the importance of mining and minerals to their lives and their lifestyles.

According to MEC, the website structure is audience-based so resources can be easily found. For example, a teacher can click on “K-12 Education” to find lessons and activities grouped by grade levels K-5, 6-8 or 9-12 for their instructional needs. All of MEC’s online resources are available at no cost to all visitors. There is also an online store where visitors can purchase materials such as posters, CDs, DVDs, gold panning kits and other items.