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Vaulting Into Olympic History
Students explore history of the Olympics. They research and then create an 'Olympics Hall of Fame' for the classroom.
Curated OER
People Do Not Live in Round Houses
Third graders use a computer as a research tool. They make note cards as they go and use their note cards to guide their word processing. They edit their papers and add artwork.
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Amazing Speeches
Students study the speeches of Frederick Douglas, Abraham Lincoln, and Chief Joseph. Students write a story set during the Nineteenth Century Era. Students present their story to the class. Handouts and worksheets are included in the...
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American History Review
Students examine how people have contributed to American history, regardless of culture, race or religion. They develop a sense of pride for their own efforts, as well as for the efforts of others. They also study how to work both...
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Year of the Impossible Goodbyes by Sook Nyul Choi
Learners analyze Korean culture from their literature piece. They investigate the theme of oppression by an occupying army. Students encounter courage, resistance movements and explore the underground railroads.
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Assigning Roles: Becoming Advisors to Individual Nations and Assembling Country Profiles
Middle schoolers role play the role of advisors to countries on the issue of global warming. In their groups, they identify the main issues affecting their country along with any opposing viewpoints. They use the internet to research...
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Technology: The Digital Classroom
Students discover how to integrate file management systems on Web servers into the classroom. In addition to maintaining digital portfolios, they develop various Internet functions such as authoring directly onto an Internet domain.
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No More Freedom Fries?
Students discuss the May, 2007, French presidental election of pro-American, right-wing candidate Nicholas Sarkozy. They reflect on both the historical and contemporary relationship between France and the United States. Students work...
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Counting By 5s
Second graders count by 5's to 100. In this math lesson conducted on the 100th day of school, 2nd graders use picture stamps in the KidPix program to count by 5's and get to 100.
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Physics & Chemistry: Mass
Defines inertial and gravitational mass, their scientific history, formulas used in their calculation, the definition of weight, units used for mass, and mass as perceived in the theory of special relativity.
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Biology
A large collection of articles covering many topics and specialized fields in the discipline of biology.
Oklahoma State University
Encyclopedia of Oklahoma History and Culture: Farm Security Administration
An overview of the ambitious goals of the Farm Security Administration as part of the New Deal. Find out the many ways the FSA wanted to help farmers help themselves. Because this article is from the Oklahoma Historical Society, special...
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Parmenides
Good summary from the Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy of Parmenides' life and thought. Pays special attention to the verse form of his major work, "On Nature."
Other
Tonalsoft: Encyclopedia of Microtonal Music Theory
Find an online encyclopedia specializing in microtonal music theory.
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: Clarence Page
This entry from Encyclopedia Britannica features Clarence Page, an American newspaper columnist and television commentator specializing in urban affairs.
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: Jimmy Yancey
This entry from Encyclopedia Britannica features Jimmy Yancey, an American blues pianist who established the boogie-woogie style with slow, steady, simple left-hand bass patterns. These became more rapid in the work of his students...
New Advent
Catholic Encyclopedia: Baptism
Extremely thorough site exploring the history and rituals of baptism in the Christian Church. Content includes a focus on what the Church says about baptism, what it means to be baptized, the various forms of baptism, where and when...
Canadian Theatre Encyclopedia
Canadian Theatre Encyclopedia: The Shaw Festival
Specializing in the work of George Bernard Shaw, the Shaw Festival is one of the biggest theatre festivals in Canada. History and links are here.
Alberta Online Encyclopedia
Alberta Online Encyclopedia: Heritage Unique: Legacy in Wood
View and learn about the beautiful Fretwork Decor of St. Vincent Church along with the Scared Works of Art of Father Charles Chalifoux. This site can be viewed in both English and French and has been produced by the St. Paul Historical...
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: 300 Women Who Changed History: Elizabeth Blackwell
Encyclopaedia Britannica provides a biography of Elizabeth Blackwell (1821-1910 CE), the first woman doctor in the United States.
New Advent
Catholic Encyclopedia: The French Revolution
An overview of The French Revolution with a special emphasis on the role of the Catholic Church. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource material dated...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Macau
Provides an overview of the culture of the Macau Special Administrative Region in China. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family...
Nolo
Nolo: Wills
This site from Nolo provides a wealth of information regarding wills. Content includes an FAQ section, information on how to make a will, special topics ranging from family members' right to inherit, to fighting a will.
Wolfram Research
Wolfram Math World: World's Most Extensive Mathematics Resource
MathWorld provides a huge mathematics encyclopedia detailing the concepts of geometry, algebra, calculus, discrete math, number theory, and other math topics--complete with formulas, diagrams, examples, and references for thorough...