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International Summit on Asia

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers participate in activities that are focused on the settlement of early America. The skills used in this lesson are diverse because of the application of The Multiple Intelligences Theory.
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Plate Tectonics

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students simulate the three types of plate boundaries using robots. In this earth science lesson, students explain how earthquakes and volcanoes are formed. They collect real-world earthquake data and plot them on the map.
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How Science Works: Fossil Record - Televised Debate

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Students compare the three theories used tp interpret fossil records. In this earth science instructional activity, students create a production of a televised debate. They collaborate with group members to generate relevant questions...
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Who Built the Pyramids?

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers examine the two theories on how the pyramids at Giza were built. They watch a video on pyramids, take notes, and write a five-paragraph essay on how they think the pyramids were constructed.
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The Planets Moon

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students explore the theories of the creation of the universe and examine the properties of celestial bodies. They analyze the relationship between the sun, Earth and other planets. They discover the infinite potential of the science of...
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Day 4: Plate Tectonics II

For Teachers 11th - Higher Ed
Learners explore the theory of plate tectonics. In this geology instructional activity, students conduct a simulation of the crust of the Earth floating on the mantle. Learners research plate tectonics and share their findings with the...
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Robert Boyle's Informants

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students review and discuss the importance of Boyle's informants and how he sometimes relied on information from those with experience of the wider world to substantiate his scientific theories. They complete the worksheet, answering...
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CHAOS AND COMPUTERS

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners discuss the Chaos Theory and how it came into existence.They observe order and compare it to the randomness of chaos. The lesson features the playing of a game to reinforce concepts.
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Cells=Life!

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders share what they know about cells. In this biology lesson, 9th graders study different microscopic images of the cell. They draw one and explain to their partner why they chose that image.
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A Scientific Approach to Teaching about Evolution

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students examine fossils and analyzing their significance in relation to theories of evolution. Hand-outs are provided. This lesson plan could be supplementary to a broader unit on evolution or geology.
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Biology: Natural Selection

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Young scholars explore evolutionary processes and theories using the spotted fish applet. They observe what happens to fish in a closed environment with both food and predators. Students run the model several times and answer questions...
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Beat the Greeks

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Learners conduct research of the history of atomic theory. Information is presented from Democritus and Aristotle to the early Renaissance using the Internet and video.The integration of technology allows for a vast amount of research...
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Science

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders study the theory of plate tectonics.  In this activity lesson students complete an activity to determine how seafloor spreading and volcanoes contribute to solving the plate tectonics...
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Economics Dictation

For Teachers 9th
In this economics text dictation, 9th graders take dictation on a passage about economic theory, applied economics, and economic history.
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The Time Machine - Layered Curriculum Study

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students complete three activities of their choice from a given list surrounding their study of H.G. Wells' novel, The Time Machine. They choose activities from each of the seven learning styles.
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Exploring Our Solar System #1

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students examine the different theories on how our solar system was formed. They discover the order of the nine planets. They also identify the surface features of each planet.
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Frames of Reference: The Basics

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars learn the concept of frames of reference in physics. They examine how two frames of reference, each moving with respect to the other with a constant velocity v (constant speed, constant direction).
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V-Numbers

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers explore problem solving strategies. Gin a novel situation, students develop a mathematical theory. Through models and mathematics, high schoolers justify their solution. Students definea V-sets and discuss conjectures...
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Gamma Ray Bursts

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students study an article on Gamma Rays.  In this investigative lesson students study the energy and wavelengths of gamma rays and the theories behind them. 
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Anger (Part 1): Identifying Our Style

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students identify the two common sources of anger. In this psychology instructional activity, students discuss productive ways to express anger. They complete a reflection worksheet at the end of the instructional activity.
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DNA, Protein Synthesis and Mutations

For Teachers 10th
Tenth graders investigate the chemical composition of DNA and RNA and how they work together to synthesize protein. They discover genetic codes, gene chromosome theory, and how the environment influences our appearance.
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Dinosaurs - Creatures Of The Past

For Teachers 1st - 2nd
Pupils use the Internet to search for dinosaurs, then distinguish between meat-eating and plant-eating dinosaurs. They explore theories about the extinction of dinosaurs and create illustrations of dinosaurs using Kid Pix or other...
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Mapping the Village

For Teachers K - 12th
Students measure, weigh, and document the amount of trash and garbage generated by the school for one day. They brainstorm solutions for trash in the area and assist with the school-wide recycle program.
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History: Impact of the Lewis and Clark Expedition

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students formulate theories about the Lewis and Clark Expedition about its purpose and impact on America. They write position papers supported with facts discovered in their research. Students include quotes, factual references, maps,...

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