Handout
US National Library of Medicine

Medline Plus: Triazolam

For Students 9th - 10th
Here, read about the prescription drug triazolam, also known as Halcion, which is taken for short term treatment of insomnia. This article answers several questions about this drug, including: "Why is this medication prescribed?" and...
Activity
Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments: Jason: Does Oxygen in the Water Matter

For Teachers 6th - 8th
JASON Aquatic Field Study: Explore how dissolved oxygen is one of the best indicators of the health of an aquatic ecosystem. Measure the dissolved oxygen level of a local aquatic site and explore how it affects water quality.
Activity
Other

Monell Chemical Senses Center: Areas of Research: Sensation and Perception

For Students 9th - 10th
Overview of how chemical signals from animals mark territories, identify individuals, signify social rank, and indicate reproductive and health status.
Lesson Plan
PBS

Pbs News Hour: Our Changing Economy (Lesson Plan)

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
A lesson in which pupils learn about the indicators that economists use to judge the health of the U.S. economy. Explore varied aspects of the U.S. economy and determine the impact of economic downturns on diverse segments of society.
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EL Education

El Education: Is Lake Merritt Worth 198 Million Dollars?

For Teachers 5th - 6th
6th grade students from Oakland, California, created this report to show their answer to the question: "What do the dissolved oxygen levels tell us about the water quality of Lake Merritt?" Students explored this question to collect...