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Antimatter Mysteries - CERN
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4 to 8
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Here's an introduction to the concept of antimatter for students. Nicely written text and colorful illustrations step users through a concept that's tough for many adults. Try this...more
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Here's an introduction to the concept of antimatter for students. Nicely written text and colorful illustrations step users through a concept that's tough for many adults. Try this one if you have a few students who need a little "something extra" to think about!
tag(s): matter (51)
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Tackle the idea of "antimatter" with the information and graphics from this PDF. Make a pictorial response to what you have learned by going through this lesson.
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AIP Physics News, American Institute of Physics - American Institute of Physics
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9 to 12
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This site indexes the latest information on each of several dozen physics topics. It would be useful in finding material and starting points for student research projects. ...more
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This site indexes the latest information on each of several dozen physics topics. It would be useful in finding material and starting points for student research projects.
tag(s): scientists (72)
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Science and Detection: Making Connections through Einstein Anderson - Yale University
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6 to 8
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By examining how characters use the scientific process in detective stories, students will discover the many parallels between literature and science. This integrated unit, based on...more
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By examining how characters use the scientific process in detective stories, students will discover the many parallels between literature and science. This integrated unit, based on the Einstein Anderson detective stories and Poe's The Murders in the Rue Morgue, addresses process skills in observation, prediction, and information gathering.
tag(s): critical thinking (188), mysteries (30)
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Read the Einstein Anderson detective stories and/or Poe's The Murders in the Rue Morgue with the entire family, and then become detectives yourselves! Hone your observation and prediction skills to help the author solve the mystery!Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Interactivate - Shodor
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3 to 12
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This fabulous collection of interactives and tools supports math and science concepts across grades 3-12. There are also lessons to accompany the activities and a dictionary of math...more
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This fabulous collection of interactives and tools supports math and science concepts across grades 3-12. There are also lessons to accompany the activities and a dictionary of math terms. Sort by "audience" to narrow the listings by level: 3-5, 6-8, or 9-12. Version 3.0, released in 2010, provides better searching by activity type and curriculum term. Click at the bottom of the screen for an "interactivate Guide" to explain the various ways you can search, or simply click on Learner Activities to browse and see the breadth of offerings in areas such as Number and Operations, Geometry, Algebra, Probability, Statistics, Modeling, Discrete, and more.
tag(s): numbers (117), operations (70)
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Mark this one in your teacher favorites, then return to select activities in support of math or science units. Many curriculum topics have multiple offerings, so let students choose from among three to five activities for homework, in-class practice, or student- demonstrated skills on an interactive whiteboard or projector. Rotate different student groups to run the demonstrations and explanations of the interactives or have them write explanations of them on a class wiki for others to use for review and practice.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Conservation at a Crossroads: The Hetch Hetchy Controversy - Library of Congress
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9 to 12
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This unit is based on the debate over damming the Hetch Hetchy Valley in Yosemite National Park, which helped mark the evolution of the conservation movement. The unit has two ...more
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This unit is based on the debate over damming the Hetch Hetchy Valley in Yosemite National Park, which helped mark the evolution of the conservation movement. The unit has two parts: the first details conservation through the rationales of various historical figures, and the second outlines the Hetch Hetchy case study. The second part includes a mock hearing where students present their research. Throughout the unit, students will also compare historical ideas of conservation with current ones.
tag(s): conservation (104), ecology (112), environment (245)
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Be sure help your weaker readers and ESL students by sharing the vocabulary words prior to reading, either on a handout or by projecting on an interactive whiteboard and highlighting them in the text as you come to them.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Endangered Birds - National Audubon Society
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6 to 12
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Audubon's Guide to North American Birds is an online field guide that lets you explore detailed information about more than 800 species of North American birds. The site includes...more
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Audubon's Guide to North American Birds is an online field guide that lets you explore detailed information about more than 800 species of North American birds. The site includes species profiles with descriptions, photos, habitat and range maps, and audio recordings of bird songs and calls, helping educators and students learn to identify birds they see in backyards, parks, or other natural settings. It's a great resource for teaching about biodiversity, animal behavior, habitats, and conservation, and it pairs well with birdwatching activities both inside and outside the classroom.
tag(s): birds (47), endangered species (28)
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Show students photos or play bird calls from the site and have them use the guide to identify the species. Have students observe birds outside school or at home, then use the guide to research and record facts about the birds they see. Have students listen to bird calls and describe patterns, pitch, or rhythm.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Water Science for Schools - US Government
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4 to 12
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The EPA created this collection of resources dealing with water cycles, water purification, and water availability. It includes web resources, sample experiments, and explanations of...more
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The EPA created this collection of resources dealing with water cycles, water purification, and water availability. It includes web resources, sample experiments, and explanations of water quality issues. Each topic has several areas to explore and learn from.
tag(s): agriculture (52), conservation (104), ecosystems (115), environment (245), water (102)
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Start with Water Basics, and find lots of topics and activities. Review the water cycle on your interactive whiteboard or with a projector. Engage your students with one of the interactive activities. Once your students have the basics, enhance learning by having them choose a topic as a source for a multimedia project to present what they learned using Genially, reviewed here. With Genially students can insert maps, surveys, video, audio and more. Teachers will likely want to sort through the material before suggesting it to their students.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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IceCube Neutrino Observatory - University of Wisconsin-Madison
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5 to 12
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The IceCube Neutrino Observatory is an engaging science resource from the University of Wisconsin-Madison that introduces students to one of the world's most unique astronomy experiments....more
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The IceCube Neutrino Observatory is an engaging science resource from the University of Wisconsin-Madison that introduces students to one of the world's most unique astronomy experiments. Located deep beneath the Antarctic ice at the South Pole, IceCube detects tiny particles called neutrinos, helping scientists study distant stars, black holes, supernovas, and other cosmic events. The site features news articles, videos, photographs, interactive explanations, and educational materials that help students explore particle physics, astronomy, Earth science, and scientific research. Teachers can use the website to introduce scientific inquiry, careers in STEM, Antarctic exploration, and the ways scientists use technology to investigate the mysteries of the universe.
tag(s): antarctica (28), space (249), STEM (385)
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After learning about the IceCube Observatory, have students work in teams to design and sketch their own particle detector. Students should explain how their detector would collect data and what scientific questions it could help answer. Students can investigate the location of IceCube in Antarctica and create a map using Google My Maps, reviewed hereshowing the observatory, the South Pole, and other Antarctic research stations. They can add facts about climate, geography, and scientific research conducted there. Older students can examine IceCube data visualizations and graphs from the website. Students can identify patterns, make observations, and discuss how scientists use evidence to draw conclusions about events occurring in space.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Renewable Energy - US Department of Energy
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6 to 12
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Give students a concise introduction to renewable energy with this U.S. Department of Energy overview explaining what renewable energy is, where it comes from, and why it matters. The...more
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Give students a concise introduction to renewable energy with this U.S. Department of Energy overview explaining what renewable energy is, where it comes from, and why it matters. The page defines renewable energy as energy produced from naturally replenished resources, including biomass, geothermal energy, sunlight, water, and wind. It also summarizes common uses such as electricity generation, heating and cooling, and transportation, along with potential benefits including greater U.S. energy independence, job creation, a more reliable and resilient power grid, and reductions in carbon emissions and air pollution. The page is brief rather than a complete lesson, so it works best as a starting point for research, comparison, discussion, or an energy unit.
tag(s): conservation (104), electricity (63), recycling (47), solar energy (35)
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Have students work in pairs to compare two renewable energy sources and organize similarities and differences with the Interactive 2 Circle Venn Diagram by Read Write Think, reviewed here. Assign small groups one DOE-named benefit, such as energy independence, job creation, grid resilience, or reduced air pollution, and have them locate supporting evidence before presenting whether the benefit is well supported.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Backyard Weather Station - University of Colorado Boulder
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2 to 7
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The TeachEngineering page for "Forecasting the Weather" offers a hands-on activity that guides students in understanding how meteorologists predict the weather. Through this activity,...more
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The TeachEngineering page for "Forecasting the Weather" offers a hands-on activity that guides students in understanding how meteorologists predict the weather. Through this activity, students learn to observe atmospheric conditions, record data, and use simple forecasting techniques to make weather predictions. Designed for elementary to middle school students, the activity encourages critical thinking and problem-solving by simulating real-world weather forecasting methods. This resource is ideal for science teachers looking to reinforce concepts in meteorology with interactive, practical learning that connects to students' everyday experiences with weather. The videos are hosted on YouTube. If your district blocks YouTube, then they may not be viewable.
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tag(s): weather (170)
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Have students keep a daily weather journal for a week, recording details like temperature, cloud cover, wind speed, and precipitation. They can create a weather journal using a free resource such as Book Creator reviewed here. Students can role-play as meteorologists in groups by preparing and presenting a weather forecast. Have students track the path of a storm (like a hurricane or tropical storm) over several days, noting changes in its trajectory, strength, and impacts.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Earthwatch - Earthwatch Worldwide
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4 to 12
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Find great ecology projects and adventurous ideas at Earthwatch, a program where everyone and anyone can get involved in making our planet environmentally safe. Sign up for their free...more
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Find great ecology projects and adventurous ideas at Earthwatch, a program where everyone and anyone can get involved in making our planet environmentally safe. Sign up for their free newsletter for the latest news, events, and ways you can get involved. There is a comprehensive guide and a fact sheet. Find many, many lesson plans on the Educator Opportunities page, on the right menu. If you haven't planned your next vacation, why not do something out of the ordinary and get involved in an Earthwatch expedition? There are more than 140 expeditions from all over the world from which to choose. You will meet professional research scientists, Earthwatch guides and professionals, and like-minded volunteers like you from around the world. There are grants available to fund your expedition.
tag(s): earth (187), environment (245)
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Select "Global Classroom" for a summary of planned and on-going scientific field trip explorations. Some explorations include classroom resources. Topics pertain to oceans, ecology, and endangered species.You will find there are lesson plans relating to: Oceans, Ecosystem Services, Cultural Heritage, Climate Change, and Taking Action.
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The Dino Directory - British Museum of Natural History
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4 to 12
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This site from the Museum of Natural History is a rich resource for images of dinosaurs. You can select by body type, country, geologic time period, and other idicies. Apart ...more
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This site from the Museum of Natural History is a rich resource for images of dinosaurs. You can select by body type, country, geologic time period, and other idicies. Apart from the images, which are watermarked, there is only basic information on the size and environment of each creature on the landing page, however, scroll WAY down to the bottom of the page for a site menu. Look for Discover, and under that Dinosaurs. On this page you will find a WEALTH of information from an Introduction to Dinosaurs to Dinosaur behavior, abilities, lifestyles, to Dinosaur Digs, and even Dinosaur Crafts and Activities. While not intended for elementary students, the navigation is simple enough for these students to use effectively in finding images.
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In a unit on dinosaurs, share this site on an interactive whiteboard or projector with students. The function they will find most interesting about this site is the area that describes the dinosaurs that existed in their local area! Brief bios are presented on all the dinosaurs, so this could also be a great resource if the students were to research their local dinosaurs for a project.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Lead Contamination In Our Environment - Yale-New Haven Teachers Institute
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5 to 8
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Use this middle-grades environmental science unit to help students investigate where lead comes from, how people are exposed, why children are especially vulnerable, and how prevention,...more
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Use this middle-grades environmental science unit to help students investigate where lead comes from, how people are exposed, why children are especially vulnerable, and how prevention, public policy, and environmental justice connect to the issue. Designed for grades 5-8, the unit combines background information with a pre/post test, five lesson plans, research, discussion, writing, debate, field experiences, student and teacher reading lists, and additional resources. Students examine sources of lead in homes, air, soil, food, water, paint, gasoline, and batteries, then move into lead toxicity, regulations, community action, and environmental equity. Several activities are ready to adapt, including source-identification group work, a community contamination debate, environmental justice research, and a field trip or guest-speaker experience. Because the curriculum was written in 1997, teachers should verify current medical guidance, lead regulations, exposure recommendations, and statistics before using it in the classroom.
tag(s): conservation (104), environment (245), pollution (57)
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Incorporate these lesson plans and more with any of your environmental studies. Have students complete a graphic organizer as a pre- and post-assessment on what they know about lead and lead contamination. A KWL chart works well. Replace paper graphic organizers with online, interactive graphic organizers at Holt Graphic Organizers, reviewed here. As you work through the unit, ask students to write about how to apply the ideas in this curricular unit on the environment and health to their own home lives. Exchange paper journal with a blog tool like Site123, reviewed here. If you are teaching younger students and looking for an easy way to integrate technology and check for understanding, challenge your students to create a blog using Edublog, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Environmental Health Hazards and Children - Yale-New Haven Teachers Institute
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4 to 6
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Help students connect environmental science to the health of their own homes, schools, and communities with this nine-day, resource-based curriculum unit for fourth and fifth graders....more
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Help students connect environmental science to the health of their own homes, schools, and communities with this nine-day, resource-based curriculum unit for fourth and fifth graders. The unit introduces environmentalism, ecosystems and food chains, oil spills, nuclear power, hazardous waste, toxic chemicals, pesticides, lead, and other environmental health concerns through readings, research, discussion, role-play, mapping, and hands-on science investigations. Activities include collecting visible air-pollution particles, constructing food chains, modeling an oil-spill cleanup, researching alternative energy sources, comparing household cleaning alternatives, and contacting a local health department about lead risks. A separate section walks students through the scientific method, making it a useful source of ready-to-go investigations and background information. Because the unit was written in 1996, teachers should verify time-sensitive statistics, health recommendations, and scientific claims before using them with students.
tag(s): conservation (104), ecology (112)
In the Classroom
Take advantage of the lesson plans and more. Have students fill out a graphic organizer as a pre and post assessment about what they know about environmental hazards. A KWL chart works well for this. Replace paper graphic organizers with online, interactive graphic organizers at Holt Graphic Organizers, reviewed here. As you work through the unit ask students to write about how to apply the ideas in this curricular unit on the environment and health to their own home lives. Exchange a paper journal with a blog tool like Site123, reviewed here. If you are teaching younger students and looking for an easy way to integrate technology and check for understanding, challenge your students to create a blog using Edublog, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Earth and Me: Forever Friends - Yale-New Haven Teachers Institute
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K to 3
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Explore ecosystems and environmental responsibility with this substantial, ready-to-use interdisciplinary curriculum unit designed for young learners. The Earth and Me: Forever Friends...more
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Explore ecosystems and environmental responsibility with this substantial, ready-to-use interdisciplinary curriculum unit designed for young learners. The Earth and Me: Forever Friends introduces landforms, soil, the water cycle, vegetation, climate, habitats, pollution, acid rain, recycling, and conservation while emphasizing how plants, animals, people, and natural resources depend on one another. The unit was developed for a kindergarten classroom and is recommended by the Yale-New Haven Teachers Institute for grades K-3 in life, physical, and Earth science. Teachers will find six lesson plans, an additional lesson focused on the three R's, suggested activities, experiments, art projects, field experiences, eco-journal writing, and annotated bibliographies. The original unit is designed to extend over approximately four months, but individual investigations such as comparing soils, growing seedlings, exploring landforms, and sorting reusable and recyclable materials can also stand alone.
tag(s): conservation (104), ecology (112), ecosystems (115), habitats (113), natural resources (35), pollution (57), recycling (47)
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Take advantage of the many lesson ideas and activities found on the site, all designed by a teacher and explained from a teacher's point of view. Videotape students performing experiments then use a video tool like edPuzzle, reviewed here, to extend student learning. Use edPuzzle to add questions (for students to answer) to your video to assess students' understanding of the experiment's concepts. At the end of your unit, ask students to create animated video explanations of experiments using Adobe Express Video Maker, reviewed here. Adobe Express Video Maker is a simple-to-use animated video creation tool that features a variety of templates for different recording needs.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Studying Cells Tutorial - Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biophysics University
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9 to 12
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This tutorial from the University of Arizona offers a step-by-step introduction to the scientific method, the role of organism size in biology, the history of cell research, and the...more
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This tutorial from the University of Arizona offers a step-by-step introduction to the scientific method, the role of organism size in biology, the history of cell research, and the various cell parts and reproductive stages. The tutorial includes study questions and would be a useful resource for independent study or review.
tag(s): cells (82), scientific method (48)
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Use this tutorial to help students review before a unit assessment. Set this site up as a learning station or center OR post the site on the teacher webpage to allow students to use it both in and out of the classroom. This would be a great study resource in a biology classroom.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Multidimensional Human Embryo - University of Michigan
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9 to 12
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This site created by a team led by several of the leading embryologists of the last half century uses a highly detailed collection of restored, digitized, and labeled serial ...more
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This site created by a team led by several of the leading embryologists of the last half century uses a highly detailed collection of restored, digitized, and labeled serial sections from the world's largest collection of preserved human embryos at various developmental stages. The site also offers tools to let viewers select a particular "slice" to show the embryo's internal structures. The images are fascinating.
tag(s): embryos (2)
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Bookmark this site for your advanced biology students interested in human development through studying images of the developing human embryo.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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MendelWeb
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10 to 12
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MendelWeb is a rich hypermedia site that integrates the study of elementary mathematics (i.e. probability and statistics), classical genetics, European history, and the history of early...more
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MendelWeb is a rich hypermedia site that integrates the study of elementary mathematics (i.e. probability and statistics), classical genetics, European history, and the history of early modern biology. It is geared to both the high school/AP teacher and student. The section entitled "Secondary Sources and Tools" provides additional ideas and activities for use in the classroom. Noteworthy is the "Mendelroom" a virtual space designed for teachers and students who wish to share their experiences and ideas when using MendelWeb.
tag(s): genetics (84), probability (134), statistics (127)
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Introduce this site with a projector or on an interactive whiteboard to show students how to navigate. Suggestion - start with "Experiments in Plant Hybridization." The English Hypertext is a glossary. Then, in your flipped or blended classroom (or at a computer center), have students explore assigned sections of Experiments in Plant Hybridization on their own. Ask students to create their own concept maps sharing their learning and understanding using MindMup, reviewed here. Take this a step further and allow pairs or small groups of students share what they learned with their peers using an interactive infographic like Canva, reviewed here. Students can keep their work for future reference in a digital portfolio such as DIY, reviewed here. If your students are already familiar with the content of "Experiments in Plant Hybridization," use the tool suggestions as above for the "Secondary Sources and Tools" section.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Human Genome Project - To Know Ourselves
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9 to 12
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This site from the U.S. Department of Energy describes the origins and goals of the Human Genome Project, as well as the reasons for DOE's involvement. It offers a literate, ...more
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This site from the U.S. Department of Energy describes the origins and goals of the Human Genome Project, as well as the reasons for DOE's involvement. It offers a literate, sometimes challenging introduction to the effort to map the entire human genetic code. Apart from its obvious use for report research, the site could also serve as an introduction to genetics, cloning, or other aspects of high-tech biology.
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The reading here is both dense and full of high-level vocabulary that almost limit its usage to that of an AP classroom. However, if your readers are able, this could be used in a class debate or discussion about current events in high-tech biology. You can always use a tool like Professor Word, reviewed here, which is a bookmarklet you use to highlight any word on the page to see it's definition.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Human Body & Mind - BBC
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9 to 12
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Though this site has been archived, the contents remain timeless and useful in many settings. BBC's Flash-enabled tour of the human body pairs nice animations with relatively detailed...more
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Though this site has been archived, the contents remain timeless and useful in many settings. BBC's Flash-enabled tour of the human body pairs nice animations with relatively detailed descriptions of the major organs and body systems. The texts explain the roles of each body part in maintaining digestion, respiration, circulation, and overall body metabolism. There are also limited links to external information sources. The animations do a particularly good job of showing "how all the parts fit together."
tag(s): body systems (47), respiration (10)
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Introduce this activity with a projector or on an interactive whiteboard to show students how to navigate the site. Then, in your flipped or blended classroom (or at a computer center), have students explore on their own. Ask students to create their own concept maps sharing their learning and understanding using MindMup.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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