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Deep Impact Comet Mission - JPL/NASA
Grades
6 to 12
tag(s): space (248)
In the Classroom
Teachers should pay particular attention to the education section of this site, which contains a nice collection of ready-to-go lesson units.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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Astronomy Workshop - University of Maryland
Grades
6 to 12tag(s): moon (87), planets (124), solar system (125)
In the Classroom
Challenge gifted, advanced, and those students with a burning interest in our solar system to research another element of astronomy (or update the material on this site). Ask them to use a tool like Sway, reviewed here, to extend their learning and display their findings. Allow students to choose whether to create an interactive poster, brochure, or newsletter.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Science Stumpers - Jan Ciampi
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Cell Cycle and Mitosis - University of Arizona
Grades
6 to 12tag(s): cells (79), division (108), meiosis (8), mitosis (9), vision (41)
In the Classroom
Before using this site, you may want to assess students' knowledge of cells, DNA, and mitosis. Put together an assessment asking about basic information using a tool like Google Forms reviewed here, where you can use a variety of formats, including multiple choice, open-ended, images, and more. Then have students preview the first exercise for words they don't know and create flashcards using Cram - Online Flashcards, reviewed here. After completion of the exercise, ask students to reflect on their learning using Gravity, reviewed here. Gravity allows students to share video responses through collaborative comments and discussions. Require students to comment on at least 3 other students' learning reflections. Be sure you've coached students in proper discussion etiquette, whether online or in class.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Micropolitan Museum - Microscopy UK
Grades
8 to 12tag(s): microorganisms (9), organisms (13), photography (136), radio (16)
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EurekAlert! - American Association for the Advancement of Science
Grades
5 to 12tag(s): news (221)
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Eye of Science
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9 to 12tag(s): images (268), photography (136)
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Color Matters - J. L. Morton
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9 to 12tag(s): colors (63), psychology (60)
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Google Calculator - Google
Grades
5 to 12tag(s): calculators (36), conversions (38)
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Hubble Turns Fifteen - HST
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6 to 12Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Ideal Gas Law - ProQuest
Grades
9 to 12tag(s): temperature (34)
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Molecular Expressions - Florida State University
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Elements - Tom Lehrer
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10 to 12tag(s): elements (32), periodic table (49)
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Plants in Motion - Indiana University, Department of Biology
Grades
2 to 12tag(s): plants (142)
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Jokes and Science
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Tour of the Basics: Heredity - University of Utah
Grades
8 to 10In the Classroom
Before using this site, you may want to assess what students know about DNA, and genetics. Put together an assessment asking about basic information using a tool like SurveyPlanet, reviewed here, where you can use a variety of formats including multiple choice, open-ended, images, and more. Then have students preview the first exercise for words they don't know and create flashcards using Flashcard Stash, reviewed here. After completion of the exercise, ask students to reflect on their learning using Gravity, reviewed here. Gravity allows students to share video responses through collaborative comments and discussions. Require students to comment on at least 3 other students learning reflections. Be sure you've coached students in proper discussion etiquette whether online or in class.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Science Vocabulary Hangman - Southeastern Universities Research Association
Grades
5 to 12In the Classroom
Students can play the games that are posted on the site. Students can create their own games using Blooket, reviewed here. Finally, students can use Microsoft PowerPoint Online, reviewed here to create a presentation sharing the definition and examples for each of the scientific terms.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Citation Maker - Secondary - Oregon School Library Information System
Grades
6 to 12tag(s): citations (34)
In the Classroom
Have a student demonstrate how to use this tool on a projector or interactive whiteboard. Share this link on your class web page for easy use any time students have a research project. Model ethical use of resources by using it yourself to cite sources on handouts, etc.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Saturn: Jewel of the Solar System - Exploratorium
Grades
6 to 12tag(s): moon (87), planets (124), solar system (125)
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Doodles, Drafts, and Designs - National Museum of American History
Grades
8 to 12tag(s): 20th century (169), creativity (87), drawing (57), inventors and inventions (89)
In the Classroom
Use the images on this site to compliment a lecture on the inventions of the 20th century. While the test is interesting, it might be a little much for a class for of lower-level readers. Include the images as a way to capture the simplicity of original designs, and compare the initial plans of these inventions to the mega-products they are today. The images are interesting, particularly the Crayola tests, and will capture kids attention as they are inventions that have impacted their own lives in a big way.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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