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Houghton Mifflin Harcourt: Saxon Activity Center: Real World Investigation: Elevation Changes [Pdf]
Math and geography are the focus of this internet investigation. Learners must plan a road trip to several cities and plot the elevations of those cities using a line graph. Acrobat Reader required.
Harvard University
Harvard University: Berkman Center for Internet and Society
This center is a research program founded to explore cyberspace by investigating the real and possible boundaries in cyberspace between open and closed systems of code, commerce, governance, and education, and the relationship of law to...
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Lake Investigation: Determining Lake Type and Health Using the Internet
In this learning activity, students will analyze different lakes using the Lake Finder program on the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources website to research lake characteristics and their health. Students will be completing a...
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt: Saxon Activity Center Real World Investigation: Symmetry Around Us [Pdf]
Use this internet lesson to explore different types of symmetry in nature. Learners examine line symmetry, rotational symmetry, and bilateral symmetry. An integrated math, language art, and art lesson. Acrobat Reader required.
PBS
Pbs Teachers:borders American Id, Activity 2: The Internet's Impact on Politic
Investigate ways that people use the Internet to achieve political goals. Consider whether online computer use is a positive or negative influence on civic participation.
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt: Saxon Activity Center Real World Investigation: The Geometry of Quilts [Pdf]
Investigating designs and shapes in quilts around the world is the activity in this internet exploration. Learners will also design their own quilt on paper or on the computer. Acrobat Reader required.
Other
Internet Geography: Volcanoes
Investigate volcanoes with this interactive site containing a virtual field trip and other activities.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Investigating the Weather
During this lesson plan, students will study, record, and predict weather. Students will work in groups to create a weather word wall, research and make a barometer, and create a video about weather. Students will also use the Internet...
REMC Association of Michigan
Remc Association of Michigan: 21 Things4 Students: 19. Buyer Beware
Buying and selling on the Internet has changed the way we live. We can now perform a web search to locate, compare, and buy goods and services. In this module, you are going to investigate e-commerce as a consumer and learn some tips on...
REMC Association of Michigan
Remc Association of Michigan: 21 Things4 Students: 5. Digital Footprint
Each time you log on to the Internet, use your cell phone, or do anything digitally you are leaving a digital trail. In this tutorial, you will be completing five quests. In the first, you will make a record of your online activities...
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Fbi Youth: Grades 6th 12th
Explore the FBI by joining agents as they investigate crimes around the world, following a case through the FBI Lab, look at a day in the life of an FBI agent, and more!
Center for Innovation in Engineering and Science Education, Stevens Institute of Technology
Ciese Collaborative Projects: Down the Drain: How Much Water Do You Use?
How much water do you use everyday? Find out in this engaging investigation, where you compare your water usage with your classmates and other people around the world. An exploration filled with lots of math and science that students are...
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Relationships Between Tree Ring Dating, Wildfires, and Floods
In this activity students will understand the four spheres of the earth and how they relate to one another. This project uses a combination of Internet investigations and multiple field investigations to develop an understanding of the...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: The Legend of the Mummy's Curse Fact or Fiction?
This is a technology-based, hands-on Biology instructional activity used to introduce the scientific method to students. Students will make a prediction on whether they think the curse is true or false. Students will listen to a podcast...
Other
My Perfect Resume: Before You Search: The Riley Guide
Are you looking for activities and resources to help you prepare for your job search? Learn to explore your options, prepare for the search, investigate education/training options, and find Internet resources.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Animal Studies
This was a collaborative effort between Melanie George and Connie Roan. Students will work in collaborative groups and investigate animal characteristics, their habitats and basic needs using the Internet and library. They will then make...
George Mason University
George Mason University: World History Sources: Material Culture: Images
Investigate the meaning of different cultures' images and materials. Learn to examine different questions such as what is the image, what is the meaning, what is the function, and what is the social condition.
PBS
Wnet: Thirteen: Ntti: Managing Students With Computers Best Practices
Explore ideas on the best practices for integrating computer technology into your classroom. Investigate whole-class presentations, computer teams, independent work, and special issues and challenges in the computer classroom.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: Network Theory
From social media to massive financial institutions, we live within a web of networks. But how do they work? How does Googling a single word provide millions of results? Marc Samet investigates how these networks keep us connected and...
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Lets Net: Heart Rate
In this experiment, students will compare heart-rates of classmates and family member to draw conclusions about their data. Students can collect data and collaborate with others on the Internet to broaden their sample size. Lesson...
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: Dam Pass or Fail
Students conduct Internet research to investigate the purpose and current functioning status of some of the largest dams throughout the world. They investigate the success or failure of eight dams and complete a worksheet. While...
Science Buddies
Science Buddies: Weather and Climate in Your Neighborhood
Do you live in an area where the weather changes a lot from season to season throughout the year? Or do you live in a place where the weather stays pretty much the same all year long? How dynamic is the weather, and how does it compare...
Other
Usc Annenberg: Online Journalism Review
A review of journalistic issues and news, the OJR covers journalism worldwide, especially in cyberspace.
PBS
Pbs Teachers: Freedom to Worship (Lesson Plan)
A lesson plan designed to investigate the conditions and difficulties facing immigrants who have sought religious freedom in the United States throughout history. Requires viewing of select segments from "Destination America," the...