ReadWriteThink
Read Write Think: Background for the Graphic Novel Persepolis: A Web Quest on Iran
This instructional activity focuses on students researching and learning about Iran's culture, society, and leadership before and after the 1979 Revolution in preparation for reading the graphic novel Persepolis. Students work in small...
Discovery Education
Discovery Education: Technology at Work 2
Students explore and debate the value of technological advances that have had both positive and negative effects on society.
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Duke: Center for Inquiry Based Learning
Duke University has established the Center for Inquiry-Based Learning. It serves to enhance math and science lessons. Click on Resources for good examples of Inquiry-based lesson plans.
New York Times
New York Times: High Tech, Under the Skin
A thought-provoking article about microchip implants in humans and why some people have chosen to get them. Click on the link for a related classroom lesson plan where students discuss the implications of this technology.
NBC
Nbc Learn: Science of Golf
NBC Learn, in partnership with the United States Golf Association, uncovers the science, technology, engineering and math behind the game of golf. For lesson plans provided by the National Science Teachers Association, open the video and...
NBC
Nbc Learn: Science of Innovation: Motion Controller for Virtual Reality
This tutorial includes a video on William Provancher of Tactical Haptics has developed a device that combines the sense of touch with technology. Called the "reactive grip," it allows the user to experience the virtual world in a whole...
Science and Mathematics Initiative for Learning Enhancement (SMILE)
Smile: Density in Relation to Float and Sink
Students find the densities of objects based on sinking or floating in this activity that demonstrates Archimedes Principle.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: We Can Dig It!
In this instructional activity, third grade students will explore "fossils" by using chocolate chip cookies in an interactive fossil dig! Through creative problem-based learning that incorporates technology, students will work in...