ProCon
Right to Health Care
Is health care a right or a privilege? Scholars review pro and con arguments to decide if all Americans should have the right to health care. They also watch informative videos and review information on the United States and...
Math Is Fun
Math Is Fun: Increasing and Decreasing Functions
This website explores different types of functions such as increasing, decreasing, constant and one-to-one. Students are provided with example problems as well as vocabulary.
Other
Galactics: Types and Uses of Satellites
Describes nine types of satellites and how they are used.
Cool Math
Coolmath: Rational Functions Horizontal Asymptotes (And Slants)
This CoolMath resource provides information about horizontal asymptotes, a type of rational function.
Cool Math
Coolmath: Rational Functions Vertical Asymptotes
This CoolMath Resource provides and introduction to vertical asymptotes, a type of rational function.
PBS
Pbs: American Experience: The Elements of Steel
This interactive site allows students to explore the types of elements that compose different kinds of steel. There is also information explaining how each element affects the function of the steel.
University of Wisconsin
Univ. Of Wisconsin: Co Ops and You
From the University of Wisconsin's Center for Cooperatives (UWCC), this Web site for high school students and young adults offers learning modules on a number of cooperative issues as well as resources on scholarships for young...
University of Utah
University of Utah: Genetic Science Learning Center: The Basics and Beyond
This website offers a clear definition of the science of Genetics, highlighting DNA and genes. There is a neat, easy-to-understand animated tour of the basics and an opportunity to go inside an animated cell. Student can build a DNA...
Other
Magnet Sales & Manufacturing: Permanent Magnet Design Guide
Very advanced information about permanent magnets and how they are constructed. Covers different functions they perform, the four classes of commercial magnets, how magnets are measured, design considerations, the B-H curve, calculations...
Other
Dalhousie University: Antibodies
A very good explanation of what antibodies are and what their functions are. Includes a list of the different types of antibodies.
Arizona State University
Chicana and Chicano Space: Inquiry
Provided by Arizona State University, this website is a comprehensive thematic, inquiry-based art education resource. Includes two interdisciplinary units of lessons.
Other
Dave's Warbirds: American Aircraft of World War Ii
This site from Dave's Warbirds has pictures and information about virtually every American aircraft used in WWII. Look up aircraft by manufacturer, type/function or name.
Other
24 Hour Museum: Uk's National Virtual Museum
The 24 Hour Museum collects in one place museum exhibit sites and news from over 3700 museums, galleries and heritage sites in the UK. Whether you are interested in history, science, literature or culture, you'll be able to find...
Other
University Freiburg, Germany: The Seed Biology Place
Providing advanced information on seed anatomy and structure, this site from a German University offers many illustrations, descriptions, and examples of seeds based on research taking place in the Gerhard Leubner lab. Topics covered...
Library of Congress
Loc: Popular Photographic Print Processes
This link is designed in a historic presentation to explain the various processes and functions of photography.
Canadian Wildlife Federation
Hinterland Who's Who: Wetlands
Learn about Canada?s wetlands, what they are and where they are located. Wetlands are divided into two classes: freshwater and saltwater. They are further separated into four main types: ponds, marshes, swamps, and peatbogs. Discover the...
Other
Printers Plus, Inc.: Choose a Printer
This Printers Plus Inc. site provides tips and answers several questions on choosing the right laser printer.
Other
Colonial Music Institute: Resources for Colonial Music
Information on music from Colonial America. Includes information on the types of instruments used and the functions of the songs that were written.
Other
Keratin.com: Hair Biology Index
This site, dedicated to hair information ranging from baldness to excess hair growth, explores the biology of hair. Contents includes a focus on the structure and function of skin and hair, hair follicle structure, ethnic differences in...
Other
Compu Kiss: Keyboard Basics
Computer keyboards have traditional typing keys (alpha, numeric, and symbol) in additional to unique keys with special functions. Learners will be able to explore the abilities of all unique keys that access the major keyboard functions.
Other
Karbos Guide: Illustrated Guide to Scsi
Easy to understand site that details the basic components of the SCSI and how it functions. Charts and pictures included with links to other modules.
PC Technology Guide
Pc Tech Guide: Input Devices
This website gives descriptions of the different types of input devices such as keyboards, mice and touchscreens. Discusses how hardware looks and functions, different types of each device and how each device has been developed and...
University of Massachusetts
Nutrients in Foods: Carbohydrates
This website offers a brief discussion of the function of carbohydrates. It mentions types and definitions of the three types of carbohydrates: starch, sugar and fiber. Links to related information is provided
Other
Livestrong.com: Aerobic Fitness
A detailed description of how cardio and aerobic workouts can enhance a healthy livestyle. Brief sections concerning the history of aerobics, its function, benefits, types of workouts and other matters of consideration.