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Ocean and Climate LIteracy Resources - NOAA
Grades
K to 12tag(s): climate (101), game based learning (304), oceans (143), simulations (48)
In the Classroom
Have students work in pairs to explore an Ocean Odyssey lesson. They can complete a short scavenger hunt to find key facts about oceans, marine life, and coastal systems, then share a new discovery with the class. Use NOAA's sea level rise tools to show how rising water affects coastal communities. Students can analyze maps, identify at-risk areas, and write a short reflection on how climate change impacts people and ecosystems. After exploring the Oysters in the Chesapeake curriculum, students can create a simple food web using a digital tool, such as Mind Map Generator, reviewed here, showing how oysters support marine life.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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Johns Hopkins Center for the Advancement of HIV Neurotherapeutics - John Hopkins Medicine
Grades
9 to 12tag(s): brain (58), hiv/aids (16), seasonal (48), summer (50)
In the Classroom
Have students act as "neuroscientists" by examining simplified case studies about how the brain works. Students can identify problems, make predictions, and suggest possible treatments, mirroring the type of research conducted at the center. Students design a campaign to raise awareness about brain health or neurological disorders. This could include creating brochures, infographics, or digital presentations using Canva Edu reviewed here to educate peers and families. Using the site's free high school summer program as a model, have students write a mock application that includes a personal statement explaining why they are interested in science or in helping others.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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FieldScope - BSCS Science Learning
Grades
4 to 12tag(s): biodiversity (40), charts and graphs (196), citizen science (43), climate (101), data (213), habitats (105), map skills (69), water (104), weather (177)
In the Classroom
Take students outside to collect real-world data such as weather conditions, plant types, or signs of pollution. Students can upload their observations into FieldScope and see their data appear on a shared map. Have students choose a topic such as water quality, biodiversity, or local habitats and use FieldScope to collect and analyze data. Students can use the platform's tools to create graphs or charts from collected data. They can interpret the data and explain what it shows, integrating math and science skills.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Introducing Citizen Science Podcast - Una Eurpoa
Grades
6 to 12tag(s): birds (47), citizen science (43), data (213), podcasts (163)
In the Classroom
Play a short segment of the podcast and provide students with guiding questions. Students can identify the main idea, key vocabulary, and examples of citizen science mentioned in the episode. After listening, have students create a concept map using Mind Map Generator, reviewed here showing how citizen science works (scientists, citizens, data collection, real-world impact). Have students participate in a class debate or discussion about the benefits and challenges of citizen science.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Citizen Science Podcast - SciStarter
Grades
4 to 12tag(s): biodiversity (40), citizen science (43), climate change (113), environment (254), podcasts (163)
In the Classroom
Play a short segment of an episode and have students jot down key ideas, new vocabulary, and questions. Follow with a class discussion about how everyday people contribute to scientific research. After listening, students can discuss in pairs what surprised them or what problem the scientists are trying to solve. Have students choose a project mentioned in the podcast and research it further. Students can create a short summary explaining the goal of the project and how people can participate.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Stall Catchers - EyesOnALZ
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6 to 12tag(s): citizen science (43), game based learning (304)
In the Classroom
Have students create accounts and participate in Stall Catchers during a set class time. Track the number of "stalls" each student identifies and set a class goal. After playing, ask students to explain how they determined whether blood flow was "flowing" or "stalled." Students can write about or discuss the visual clues they used, strengthening their evidence-based reasoning and close-observation skills. Have students design a digital poster or short presentation using Infographics Presentation Templates, reviewed here explaining Alzheimer's disease and how citizen science projects like Stall Catchers help researchers.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Pick Your Passion with Citizen Science - National Science Foundation News
Grades
3 to 12This site includes advertising.
tag(s): citizen science (43), environment (254), space (248), STEM (370)
In the Classroom
Students can check out the two websites that are featured in the video. Students can pick a citizen science project and share their findings using Seesaw, reviewed here. Students can use the Timelines Tool by Read Write Think, reviewed here to create a timeline of their research, data/findings, and outcome.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Making Science a Part of Everyone's Story - Science Communication Lab
Grades
6 to 12This site includes advertising.
tag(s): citizen science (43), climate change (113), dna (52), plants (143)
In the Classroom
As students are working on their project, they can use Google Drawings, reviewed here to create graphic organizers modeling the scientific method. Students can create their own short films showcasing their projects using FlexClip, reviewed here. Students can use Book Creator, reviewed here to showcase all student work.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Connecting Citizen Science & Project Learning Tree - Project Learning Tree
Grades
3 to 12tag(s): butterflies (14), citizen science (43), data (213)
In the Classroom
Students can use Google Keep, reviewed here to collaborate their findings. Students can showcase their work using ScreenPal, reviewed here. Students can engage in virtual field trips to the area using Google My Map, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Ambassador Think Like a Citizen Scientist Journey Activity - Girl Scouts
Grades
11 to 12tag(s): citizen science (43), data (213)
In the Classroom
Students can use Free Online Screen Recorder, reviewed here to record the process that they took in completing their project. Students can use Canva for Education, reviewed here for templates on the scientific process. Students can create a virtual bulletin board using Lino, reviewed here to showcase their work.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Open Culture Free Online Courses - Open Culture, LLC
Grades
9 to 12This site includes advertising.
tag(s): art history (104), artificial intelligence (300), artists (100), business (50), civil war (145), coding (109), computers (115), cultures (292), engineering (141), environment (254), politics (124), psychology (60), religions (120), shakespeare (98), sociology (24), world war 1 (87), world war 2 (169)
In the Classroom
Choose short university lectures related to your current unit (e.g., history, literature, or psychology). Have students summarize key takeaways and connect them to class topics. Assign a relevant Open Culture lecture for homework, then use class time for guided discussion, problem-solving, or creative applications of the concept. Form small groups where students take different Open Culture courses and share summaries or key insights with the class, encouraging collaboration and exposure to diverse subjects.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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FoodSpan - John Hopkins Center for a Livable Future
Grades
8 to 12tag(s): citizen science (43), communities (40), consumers (16), food chains (24), nutrition (135)
In the Classroom
Download this curriculum to use as a whole teaching unit, or select individual lessons that align with your curriculum goals. There is a helpful infographic on the Lesson Plans page that shows the sequence of instruction. Extend learning by asking students to create infographics that represent their understanding of the components of this curriculum, or to do so as part of a larger research project on sustainable living. Use pre-made templates found at 15 Free Infographic Templates in PowerPoint, reviewed here or take advantage of AI to create infographics from a simple prompt using the Piktochart AI Infographic Generator, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Free Printable Worksheets for Teachers - Wayground (formerly Quizzizz)
Grades
K to 12tag(s): charts and graphs (196), critical thinking (179), data (213), equations (132), game based learning (304), grammar (139), grammar review (33), matter (51), sign language (16), social and emotional learning (195)
In the Classroom
Students can either complete the worksheet or the quiz on Wayground. When completing a worksheet, students can use Seesaw, reviewed here to show their thinking/understanding of the concept. Students can create their own problems for a quiz on Wayground.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Do GLOBE - NASA
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K to 12tag(s): charts and graphs (196), data (213), earth (195), STEM (370)
In the Classroom
Have students use GLOBE data or their own weather observations to create a climograph with Google Sheets, showing monthly temperature and precipitation using step-by-step directions found in How to Make a Climograph in Google Sheets Using AI. Collect soil samples from different areas and have students describe color and texture using the GLOBE Soil Color Book and protocol. Using a homemade Secchi disk, students can measure water clarity in a local pond or container. Have students observe and record daily cloud types and coverage using GLOBE's cloud charts. They can compare their observations to satellite images using the GLOBE Observer App to extend their understanding of local weather patterns.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Bassett Collection of Stereoscopic Images of Human Anatomy - Stanford Medicine Lane Medical Library
Grades
6 to 12tag(s): human body (98), images (266)
In the Classroom
Students can compare and contrast different parts of the human anatomy using 2 and 3 Circle Interactive Venn Diagrams by Class Tools, reviewed here. Students can use Kiddle, reviewed here to research about human anatomy. Students can annotate the images using Image Annotator, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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VideoTutor - VideoTutor
Grades
2 to 12In the Classroom
Share this resource with students as a helpful tool for studying for standardized tests or as a support aid for your current curriculum. Share helpful videos on your class website or create a collection of videos using Wakelet, reviewed here to have readily available for student use. Extend student learning by asking them to create tutorials to share with their classmates using Powtoon, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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GeeksforGeeks School - GeeksforGeeks School
Grades
8 to 12This site includes advertising.
tag(s): coding (109), Microsoft (55), problem solving (275), puzzles (163), quizzes (91), test prep (71)
In the Classroom
Students can take the practice quizzes and mock tests from the site. Students can take notes using NotebookLM, reviewed here. Students can do a show what you know video using Free Online Screen Recorder, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Nightjars, Nighthawks, and Other Goatsuckers - The Science of Birds
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6 to 12tag(s): birds (47), conservation (109), podcasts (163)
In the Classroom
After listening to the podcast, students can use Google My Maps reviewed here to visit where the birds live. Students can use Figma reviewed here to compare and contrast the different birds. Have students use Netboard reviewed here to post an interesting fact that they learned or something that they want to learn more about.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Mapping Ecosystem Services - InTeGrate
Grades
8 to 12tag(s): ecology (118), ecosystems (105)
In the Classroom
Students can use Google My Maps reviewed here to continue exploring the area along the Missouri River. Students can use Google Drawings reviewed here to compare and contrast the Missouri River ecosystem to another river ecosystem. Students can use Lino reviewed here to post questions after completing the activity that they would like to look further into answering.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Ecology - Biology Simulations
Grades
9 to 12This site includes advertising.
tag(s): ecology (118), ecosystems (105), food chains (24), simulations (48)
In the Classroom
Have students use the Population Dynamics simulation to model predator-prey relationships. Challenge them to find a balance where both populations remain stable over time. Students can graph results and explain what variables influenced population crashes or growth using Class Tools reviewed here. Use the Competition simulation to introduce the concept of competitive exclusion. Then create a class game in which students' "species" compete for limited classroom resources (such as tokens or cards), followed by a discussion of adaptations. Pair the Soil Texture simulation with a hands-on classroom soil sample activity. Students test local soil by feel to determine texture, compare it to the simulation data, and keep a soil scientist lab notebook that includes diagrams, photos, and analysis.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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