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Science Museum, London

Science Museum: Ada Lovelace

For Students 9th - 10th
Some say that Ada Lovelace was the first programmer because she wrote instructions for a computing device designed by Charles Babbage. This site presents a brief history of Ada's life and the important role she played in the history of...
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Museum of Ancient Greek Technology

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a virtual exhibition of inventions from ancient Greece that have been reconstructed by Kostas Kotsanas after over two decades of study and research. Click on 'The Museum' link at the top of the page to read an explanation and to...
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University of Oxford (UK)

Museum of the History of Science: Al Mizan: Sciences & Arts in the Islamic World

For Students 9th - 10th
Exhibition documents the contributions of Islam in advancing scientific and technological knowledge.
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London Grid for Learning: History of Computing: A Brave New World

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource aims to teach the history of computing and the effect of landmark moments in computing history on today's world. Crosses different curriculum areas. Explanations of many of the world's significant computers were provided by...
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Northwestern University

Block Museum of Art: Anatomy of Gender (Early Anatomical Drawings)

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the history of anatomical drawing as a means to sientific exploration of the body and in relation to gender issues, in this exhibit information from "Anatomy of Gender; Early Anatomical Drawings" at the Block Museum of art.
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National Museum of American Jewish History: Only in America Hall of Fame

For Students 9th - 10th
Highlights well-known Jewish Americans who have made significant contributions to their fields in the arts, sciences, business, religion, sports, law, and politics. The public votes for those individuals they feel should be inducted into...
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University of Florida

Florida Museum: 400 Years of Florida Shipwrecks

For Students 9th - 10th
Exhibition from Florida Museum demonstrates that the waters surrounding Florida are treacherous indeed! The site identifies famous shipwrecks from as far back as 1559. Artifacts and pictures abound.
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Everhart Museum (Natural History, Science, and Art)

For Students 9th - 10th
Located in Scranton, PA. The Everhart Museum has extensive collections with an emphasis on natural history and the visual arts.
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American Museum of Natural History

American Museum of Natural History: Five Tools and Processes for Translating the Ngss Into Instruction and Classroom

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
The Five Tools and Processes for Translating the NGSS are designed to help professional development leaders work with teachers on curriculum, instruction, and assessment as they achieve this vision. Click the link for each tool for an...
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University of California

University of California Museum of Paleontology: Understanding Evolution

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource presents extensive information for learning about and teaching evolution including an in depth course "Evolution 101", teaching materials, and a resource library.
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Denver Museum of Nature and Science: Ancient Denvers

For Students 9th - 10th
What did Denver look like millions of years ago? Find out the answer to this and see how it has changed over time. There is also a list of parks to visit in Colorado.