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Evolution Lesson Sets - National Center for Science Education
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9 to 12
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National Center for Science Education: Evolution Lesson Sets contains five free lessons on common evolution misconceptions. Lessons include: The Origin of a Species, Good is...more
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National Center for Science Education: Evolution Lesson Sets contains five free lessons on common evolution misconceptions. Lessons include: The Origin of a Species, Good is Good Enough? It's Time to Lose the Ladder, No More Monkeying Around, and The Road to Extinction. Each lesson includes the following components: Grade Level, Duration, Key Vocabulary/Concepts, Materials, Introduction, Teacher and Student Learning Goals, Background, Discussion Points, Prerequisite Student Knowledge, Core Misconceptions, Teacher Instructions, Storyline Activities, Extension Activities, and Online Resources. Lessons align with the Next Generation Science Standards. To access the lessons, you must create a free account.
tag(s): evolution (84)
In the Classroom
Students can use Google Drawings, reviewed here to create a T-chart with misconceptions and facts about evolution. Students can use the website Phylot, included in the lessons, to construct their phylogenetic trees. Before beginning the lessons on evolution, have students use WordClouds, reviewed here to create a word cloud on their knowledge of evolution.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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PBS: Lucy, Extinction, and Us | Lucy 50: A Year for Human Origins - PBS Learning Media
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6 to 12
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PBS: Lucy, Extinction, and Us | Lucy 50: A Year for Human Origins is a short video that shares insights into who we are and where we might be headed. ...more
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PBS: Lucy, Extinction, and Us | Lucy 50: A Year for Human Origins is a short video that shares insights into who we are and where we might be headed. Paleoanthropologist Dr. Donald Johanson reflects on Lucy's legacy and the implications for humanity today. He shares how our habits and actions as a species could move humans toward an uncertain and daunting future. The video includes supporting materials for teachers and students, as well as state standards.
tag(s): extinction (4), fossils (43)
In the Classroom
After watching the video, students can use lino, reviewed here to post questions on sticky notes. Students can compare and contrast using Figma, reviewed here what was learned when Lucy was first discovered, to what has been learned now. Students can use Kiddle, reviewed here to research more about Lucy.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Biology - Crash Course
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6 to 12
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Dive into the fascinating world of biology with Crash Course Biology! This engaging series covers everything from the building blocks of life to complex ecosystems and evolutionary...more
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Dive into the fascinating world of biology with Crash Course Biology! This engaging series covers everything from the building blocks of life to complex ecosystems and evolutionary biology. Whether you're curious about genetics, cell function, or biodiversity, these easy-to-follow videos make learning fun and insightful. The videos are perfect for students and lifelong learners looking to unravel the mysteries of living organisms. This course is also available in Spanish. Some of the videos include short advertisements before they begin. These videos are hosted on YouTube, if your school does not allow YouTube, this site would not work well for you.
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tag(s): cells (83), dna (52), ecology (111), evolution (84), genetics (83), meiosis (8), mitosis (9), photosynthesis (19), scientific method (51), species (16)
In the Classroom
Use online simulations to perform biology experiments on cell division, ecosystems, or genetics, allowing students to manipulate variables and observe outcomes. Assign students different biology topics (e.g., DNA structure, evolution) from Crash Course videos. They become "experts" and teach their peers. Students design and present a biome, incorporating species, climate, and adaptations knowledge. Set up stations with video clips, interactive quizzes, and hands-on activities for students to rotate through, deepening their understanding of complex topics.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Wonder of Science - Paul Andersen
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K to 12
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Built to support the next generation of science leaders, The Wonder of Science shares many excellent free resources for science teachers of all grades. Information includes linked lessons...more
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Built to support the next generation of science leaders, The Wonder of Science shares many excellent free resources for science teachers of all grades. Information includes linked lessons by grade level, standards, and activity type. Select the resources link to find printable activities, mini-lessons, assessments, planning, implementation, etc. From the home page, select videos to see videos linked by the Next Generation Science Standards. A helpful video walkthrough of the site is available on the home page, offering a quick look at what is included and how to find resources. The videos are hosted on YouTube. If your district blocks YouTube, then they may not be viewable.
tag(s): biodiversity (34), chemicals (39), climate (87), earth (188), ecology (111), ecosystems (90), energy (137), environment (244), forces (45), genetics (83), life cycles (21), light (56), matter (48), molecules (42), motion (53), oceans (140), planets (119), sound (72), space (230), stars (77), weather (162)
In the Classroom
This site is a must-have for all science teachers, providing high-quality lessons and teaching materials. Be sure to visit the Phenomena section to find the Master List of Phenomena Google Document, which shares suggestions for observable science events, or to find phenomena by grade level. Engage students in learning by sharing videos on this site, then use edpuzzle, reviewed here to add questions and focus comments to the videos to support student learning. Use the ideas and resources on this site to create flipped and blended learning lessons or playlists to encourage students' choice of learning activities.
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iBiology - Ron Vale
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8 to 12
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iBiology provides hundreds of videos from scientists sharing the latest in scientific research. Video topics include interviews, lectures, and storytelling. Begin your search on the...more
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iBiology provides hundreds of videos from scientists sharing the latest in scientific research. Video topics include interviews, lectures, and storytelling. Begin your search on the site by selecting the "Start Here" link. Choose a talk by selecting your role as a researcher, educator, student, or someone curious about biology. Each talk includes a short overview of the topic and a speaker's bio. Videos are hosted on YouTube, be sure that your school filters allow access before sharing with students on school computers or download using the links provided in each video.
tag(s): cells (83), diseases (58), dna (52), ecology (111), evolution (84), genetics (83), plants (140), STEM (328)
In the Classroom
Bookmark this site to use with classroom lessons. Share a link to selected videos for students to view on your class website or blog (be sure to preview videos before sharing to ensure content is appropriate for your age-level students). Use a tool like MoocNote, reviewed here, to engage students by making interactive content with these videos. Add questions for students to discuss, gather student comments, and include polls to receive immediate feedback to guide your lessons. As an alternative to your traditional assessment, ask students to create an explainer video using FlexClip, reviewed here to explain and demonstrate biology content learned throughout your unit.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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National Geographic 101 - National Geographic
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6 to 12
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National Geographic's 101 Videos series offers short, visually engaging episodes that transform science and exploration into bite-sized storytelling. Each video, typically just a few...more
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National Geographic's 101 Videos series offers short, visually engaging episodes that transform science and exploration into bite-sized storytelling. Each video, typically just a few minutes long, delivers a clear and captivating overview of a topic--ranging from the fastest sharks in the ocean and the mysteries of space to major historical events like the Titanic. Designed for quick learning, the series makes complex ideas accessible and exciting, combining rich visuals with concise explanations to spark curiosity and deepen understanding of the natural world.
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tag(s): animals (277), chemicals (39), climate (87), climate change (100), dinosaurs (47), diseases (58), drugs and alcohol (27), energy (137), evolution (84), genetics (83), hiv/aids (15), moon (72), planets (119), plants (140), pollution (52), religions (122), romans (52), solar energy (34), solar system (115), space (230), STEM (328), sun (82), weather (162)
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Take advantage of the share feature included with each video to share a link or embed videos on your class website or student computers. These videos provide a wonderful opportunity for students to explore a variety of science topics that aren't always included in the science curriculum. As students find a topic of interest on the site enhance learning by asking them to research additional information, and then use Canva, reviewed here, and to modify their technology use by creating posters or infographics sharing their findings with their peers. Include student-created posters or infographics as part of an overall presentation using a portfolio-building site like about.me, reviewed here. Use About.me for students to create a portfolio as their future self as a scientist sharing their research that includes posters, written work, cited research, and more.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Nova Labs - PBS
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6 to 12
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Engage in authentic scientific exploration with the games and interactives offered through Nova Labs. Engage in lab topics of cybersecurity, evolution, RNA, clouds, energy, and the...more
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Engage in authentic scientific exploration with the games and interactives offered through Nova Labs. Engage in lab topics of cybersecurity, evolution, RNA, clouds, energy, and the sun. Each interactive includes a collection of videos providing background information. The site also shares educator guides specific to each lab with strategies for use.
tag(s): cells (83), critical thinking (141), energy (137), evolution (84), internet safety (110), Research (79), solar energy (34), sun (82), weather (162)
In the Classroom
Nova Labs provides many opportunities for engaging students in authentic learning situations. Consider using this site as an introduction to any of the included topics. For example, begin your energy unit by assigning the energy lab as homework or as a flipped learning activity. Watch the introductory video together, then allow students to explore the site on their own. Use Playposit, reviewed here, extend technology use by adding questions and student responses to videos to encourage critical thinking skills. Have students share their learning after participating in the lab by annotating images using Google Drawings, reviewed here. Google Drawings allows you to annotate an image with links to videos, text, websites, and more. Google Drawings presents a variety of levels for technology use depending on teacher requirements for the project, or even student ability; it allows for adding narration, videos, text, and links to help explain the project. Ask tech-savvy students to create their own learning games with Scratch, reviewed here, using information learned from their research.
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Teach.Genetics - Genetic Science Learning Center at the University of Utah
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9 to 12
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Find free tools and resources for teaching genetics, bioscience, and health at Teach.Genetics. Scroll down the page to view an alphabetized list of all available curriculum models,...more
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Find free tools and resources for teaching genetics, bioscience, and health at Teach.Genetics. Scroll down the page to view an alphabetized list of all available curriculum models, or choose the link to the Curriculum Index at the top of the page to find the complete list of available materials. Each model includes complete teaching materials, including student and teacher guides as well as supplemental material such as worksheets and quizzes.
tag(s): body systems (36), evolution (84), genealogy (8), genetics (83), heart (25), human body (87)
In the Classroom
Take advantage of the many free educational materials for use in your science classroom. Use materials from this site as an anticipatory set or "activator" to introduce a unit or lesson on a projector or interactive whiteboard. Share topics from Teach.Genetics with students for use with science fair projects. Have students create a multimedia presentation using Presentious, reviewed here. Challenge students to find a photo (legally permitted to be reproduced), and then narrate the photo as if it is a news report. Use a tool such as bubbl.us, reviewed here, to create and share the concept maps of information included with activities.
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Evolution - WGBH/NOVA Science Unit and Clear Blue Sky Productions
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6 to 12
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This is the ultimate site for finding out about Evolution! Find excellent information in the Evolution Library where there is an unbelievable amount of resources about Darwin, History...more
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This is the ultimate site for finding out about Evolution! Find excellent information in the Evolution Library where there is an unbelievable amount of resources about Darwin, History of Life, Evolution of Diversity, Why Evolution Matters, and more. Find online courses in the For Teachers section. View the various lessons, resources, and online material about evolution found in the For Students section of this site. Find even more resources by clicking on the icon for various evolution topics: Darwin, Change, Survival, Sex, Extinction, Humans, and Religion. Though some of the features on this site require Flash, MOST of them do not.
tag(s): animals (277), evolution (84), fossils (43), geologic time (13), plants (140)
In the Classroom
Provide this link on your class page for students to access. Provide time in class for students to view specific links as groups and report their findings in a class discussion. Be sure to check out the case studies found in the For Teachers section for great advice on teaching evolution to students and overcoming misconceptions and misunderstandings. Use the activities in the downloadable Teacher's Guide. Rather than debate evolution, encourage students to identify the misconceptions of evolution and identify the scientific evidence against these misconceptions. To help students, discuss the reasons why understanding evolution is important.
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Untamed Science - Rob Nelson
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6 to 12
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Make science fun using Untamed Science. Focusing on biology and ecology, these videos and quick fact pages offer high interest and fast-paced information in many topics. Search or browse...more
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Make science fun using Untamed Science. Focusing on biology and ecology, these videos and quick fact pages offer high interest and fast-paced information in many topics. Search or browse through the full list of videos. Begin at either Tree of Life or Biology to find categories within each section. Be sure also to check out the How-to Filmmaking section of the site to learn about filmmaking, from the basics to advanced approaches. If your district blocks YouTube, the video clips may not be viewable. While most topics are appropriate for teenage students, you may want to preview.
tag(s): amphibians (16), animals (277), biomes (107), cells (83), ecology (111), evolution (84), fish (15), genetics (83), mammals (21), planets (119), reptiles (11)
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Use videos from this site as an anticipatory set or "activator" to introduce a unit or lesson on a projector or interactive whiteboard. Create a link to videos (or use the embed code from the YouTube page) on your class website or blog for students to view at home. Enhance learning and challenge cooperative learning groups to create their own science videos modeled after these using FlexClip, reviewed here. FlexClip is designed to allow you to create short animated or explainer videos to share on YouTube and other social media sites; then, share them on a site such as TeacherTube reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Top Documentary Films - topdocumentaryfilms.com
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7 to 12
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Top Documentary Films contains a large collection of documentaries from around the world. Choose "Browse" to explore the films available, or use the Categories menu on the right to...more
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Top Documentary Films contains a large collection of documentaries from around the world. Choose "Browse" to explore the films available, or use the Categories menu on the right to view by topics such as Politics, Science, etc. Choose List from the top menu to view a complete listing of all available films. Each listing includes a short description along with a link to view the video. Videos are hosted on YouTube. If your district blocks YouTube, they may not be viewable. Be sure to PREVIEW videos before showing to a class as they are unmoderated. Comments are also unmoderated. There is a wonderful disclaimer at the lower left of the home page about bias and documentaries. It is well worth noting as you watch ANY "documentary."
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tag(s): advanced placement (24), animals (277), artists (88), biographies (96), drugs and alcohol (27), environment (244), evolution (84), hiv/aids (15), humor (15), media literacy (105), mental health (56), money (106), politics (119), psychology (59), religions (122), sports (84), vietnam (39)
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Use this site to find videos in a wide range of topics to share on your interactive whiteboard, on a projector, or as a link on your class web page. Use videos to demonstrate different points of view. Then use an online tool such as Interactive Two Circle Venn Diagram, reviewed here. to compare and contrast information. Have students create a word cloud of the important terms they learn from any film using a tool such as WordItOut, reviewed here. Want to engage students WHILE they watch a video? Why not set up a virtual bulletin board using Mentimeter, reviewed here. Be sure to ask your class if there could have been any bias in the video you watch together. What film techniques influence our thinking?Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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A-Z Animals - Millie Bond
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2 to 9
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A-Z Animals is an online animal encyclopedia and much more! Browse through the large list of animals in several different ways. Sort by alphabetical listing, Scientific names, group,...more
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A-Z Animals is an online animal encyclopedia and much more! Browse through the large list of animals in several different ways. Sort by alphabetical listing, Scientific names, group, location, endangered animals, pictures, or favorites. Each selection contains beautiful images and extensive information including basic facts, habitat, and behavior. Click the "listen" icon near the top of the page to listen to all text on each page (read by a synthesized voice). Print each page in PDF format using the Print link also located on a tab near the top of the page. In addition to the animal encyclopedia, explore the large selection of reference articles including many topics such as habitat, life cycle, and evolution. Other great features of this site include online quizzes and games. This site is one you will want to explorer and save! The site was created in the UK, so some of the pronunciations and spellings may differ from those in American English.
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tag(s): animal homes (50), animals (277), biodiversity (34), evolution (84), habitats (99)
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Be sure to include this site on your class web page for students to access both in and outside of class for further exploration during and after your animal or biodiversity unit. Explore information about the Animal of the Day. Create a link on classroom computers for students to explore on their own. Print animal pages for use in classroom reading centers or for Guided Reading instruction. This site is perfect for use with Special Education and ENL/ESL students in upper elementary and above-- if their listening vocabulary is strong enough. Provide headphones and allow them to listen to information from any page. Have cooperative learning groups use information from this site to create online books using a tool such as Bookemon, reviewed here. Have students create online posters individually or together as a class using a tool such as Web Poster Wizard, reviewed here, or PicLits, reviewed here.
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Evogeneao - Evogeneao
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3 to 12
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Introduce evolution with the Evogeneao tree of life. This resource promotes teaching and acceptance of the biological theory of evolution in one transformative way. Life on Earth is...more
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Introduce evolution with the Evogeneao tree of life. This resource promotes teaching and acceptance of the biological theory of evolution in one transformative way. Life on Earth is one big extended family. Not only are we related to every other living thing in some way, but also to everything that has ever lived.
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tag(s): animals (277), biodiversity (34), evolution (84), plants (140)
In the Classroom
Introduce the concept beginning with the Evolutionary Genealogy section. Just as we are so, "many times removed" from a distant relative, all life on Earth is related and can be measured. Find great lesson starters and resources for understanding and teaching evolution to students Don't miss the "For Teachers" section. Students can find their favorite animal in the Tree of Life and trace it backwards to find a common ancestor with humans.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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On-Line Biology Book - Michael J. Farabee, Ph.D
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9 to 12
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This site provides a complete, online community college level biology book containing 59 chapters covering topics from atoms and molecules through human evolution. Choose the link for...more
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This site provides a complete, online community college level biology book containing 59 chapters covering topics from atoms and molecules through human evolution. Choose the link for any chapter to begin. Each chapter is complete as you would find in a typical textbook along with images and links to definitions of keywords. View additional information links at the end of each chapter for further resources. Be sure to check out the excellent glossary included in chapter 58.
tag(s): animals (277), atoms (47), bacteria (18), body systems (36), cells (83), evolution (84), genetics (83), human body (87), molecules (42), photosynthesis (19), plants (140)
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Include this site on your class web page for students and parents to access as a reference or use for enrichment. Use this site as inspiration and have cooperative learning groups create online books using a tool such as Bookemon, reviewed here. Are you flipping your classroom? Use this site along with other online resources as part of your at-home learning resources.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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One Zoom Tree of Life Explorer - One Zoom 2012
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8 to 12
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View and zoom into areas of the Tree of Life Explorer interactive viewer. Click on an area of the tree to zoom in to identify how species are related to ...more
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View and zoom into areas of the Tree of Life Explorer interactive viewer. Click on an area of the tree to zoom in to identify how species are related to one another and the evolutionary relationships that exist between species. Find where paths diverged in the past to create new branches of the tree of life. More trees are planned for the future to explore other classes of animals. At the time of this review topics included: the tree of bird life, the tree of mammal life, the tree of amphibian life, insects and many more. There is also a tutorial.
tag(s): amphibians (16), biodiversity (34), birds (42), evolution (84), insects (62), mammals (21)
In the Classroom
Use this site to view how organisms are related and identify the evolutionary relationships among the different animals and biodiversity. Use this site as a springboard to discussions in class. Share the videos and interactives on your projector or interactive whiteboard. Research information that explains and shows the evolutionary evidence that exists. Have students create their own simple infographic of a single species in relationship to its "relatives."Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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So What Does It Mean To Be Human? - Smithsonian Institute
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9 to 12
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Explore a wealth of images, research, and information about human origins in this visually rich site from the National Museum of Natural History. View "Human Evolution Evidence," "Human...more
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Explore a wealth of images, research, and information about human origins in this visually rich site from the National Museum of Natural History. View "Human Evolution Evidence," "Human Evolution Research," and "Human Characteristics," as well as other resources. Don't miss the 3D views of fossils. It's even better than an actual museum visit, since you can move and rotate the objects yourself.
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View specific topics such as "Tools and Food" under "Human Characteristics." Read the material as it explains the science behind the time and use estimations. Challenge students to describe how scientists have derived at an explanation provided. Follow up with "Fossil Forensics: Interactive" under "Human Evolution Research" to see the specific portions scientists are talking about. Here, 3D pictures including microscopic views have details circled for better understanding. You may want to have this set up at a computer in your room as a "center," or have the url on your website, where students can make further investigations on their own.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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eSkeletons - University of Texas
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9 to 12
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Use eSkeletons to understand human anatomy. View the bones of human and non-human primates using this interactive tool. Select the human skeleton to start the anatomical study. Mouseover...more
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Use eSkeletons to understand human anatomy. View the bones of human and non-human primates using this interactive tool. Select the human skeleton to start the anatomical study. Mouseover the skeleton to select a specific bone to look closer. View various planes for different frames of reference. Click on morphology, origins, insertions, and articulations for more information. View a QuickTime movie for a 3D view of that specific skeletal part. Click on the Comparative Anatomy tab to view common bones between various organisms and planes of view. Use the Taxonomic Tree tab to determine the relationship between the various primates.
tag(s): dissection (5), evolution (84), human body (87)
In the Classroom
Introduce this site on your interactive whiteboard or projector. Then have students explore this site independently or in small groups. Use to discuss many topics including evolution. Determine relatedness by using the Taxonomic Tree as well as common bones and other features of the primates. Use as an introduction to anatomy or dissection. This is a great find for gifted students (logic or unusual topics, for example or a site where students can do more in-depth investigation related to a "standard" curriculum topic)! Have students complete a multimedia project related to one of the concepts discussed at this site. Rather than a traditional report, have students create magazine covers that mimic the real thing using the Magazine Cover Maker reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Your Inner Fish - University of Chicago
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11 to 12
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Looking for evidence of evolution of many of our characteristics? View this three-part series presented on PBS that explores the relationship between other species and ourselves. Review...more
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Looking for evidence of evolution of many of our characteristics? View this three-part series presented on PBS that explores the relationship between other species and ourselves. Review how all organisms are connected and related on this planet. At the bottom of the page find resources for your classroom.
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Use use these videos to discuss classification of animals as classification schemes use DNA evidence, homology, and evolution. Provide different schemes of classification to groups to investigate. Allow students to report back to the class on what has been learned for discussion. Use these videos to understand the basic similarities of many organisms. You may want to use Vibby, reviewed here, to highlight, annotate, and share parts of the videos for better understanding. Follow with observation of preserved specimens or dissection to identify these characteristics. Have cooperative learning groups create a multimedia presentation to share their findings. Challenge students to narrate a picture using a tool such as Slides, reviewed here. This tool allows you to narrate the slides and images. Or have groups create an interactive online poster using Marq (formerly Lucidpress), reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Darwin - American Museum of Natural History
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Explore some of Darwin's most revolutionary ideas with this site that focuses on his profound influences on the scientific world. On the left, under the large image of Darwin, find...more
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Explore some of Darwin's most revolutionary ideas with this site that focuses on his profound influences on the scientific world. On the left, under the large image of Darwin, find the blue menu bars all the listing for Darwin at this site. Included are a timeline of controversy, a downloadable MP3 video providing an overview of his life and work, detailed documentation from his monumental Beagle voyage, and biographical information.
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This resource provides an excellent introduction to Darwin's work for younger students. Create a simple Web hunt to guide them through the content. Older students can apply critical analysis to Darwin's findings and the manner in which his work is still influencing society and education two centuries after his birth.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Understanding Evolution - UC Paleontology Museum
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This gem of a site covers a huge range of evolution-based issues from the most basic (What IS evolution?) to more esoteric questions (How does it factor into my life?). ...more
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This gem of a site covers a huge range of evolution-based issues from the most basic (What IS evolution?) to more esoteric questions (How does it factor into my life?). Teachers can glean some great ideas for teaching fundamental aspects of the theory, explaining common misconceptions and research procedures, and outlining the changes that have occurred in our understanding of the process.
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There is SO much to explore on this site, but be sure to scroll down the page to see the favorites including th Pleistocene Puzzle, a comic, and then check out the collection of lesson plans for all grade levels.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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