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Chiral Publishing
Chiral Publishing: An Introduction to Chemistry: Modern Atomic Theory [Pdf]
The modern atomic theory chapter from "An Introduction to Chemistry", describes electrons, electron orbitals, and how to draw orbital diagrams. Many pictures and examples help to explain the information. Also find a detailed chapter...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Atomic Theory
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In this online tutorial students will explain the law of conservation of mass, the law of definite proportions, and the law of multiple proportions. They will also...
University of Oxford (UK)
University of Oxford: Origin of Life on Earth
Where did life come from? Features a 36-page exploration of the possibilities of special creation or spontaneous generation.
British Library
British Library: Discovering Literature: Romantics & Victorians Technology
The 19th century saw a rapid technological change, together with paradigm shifts in scientific understanding. These articles research how authors responded to the new possibilities afforded by technology and science.
Story Behind the Science
Story Behind the Science: Pendulum Motion, Time, and Shape of Earth [Pdf]
Article outlining the scientific history behind the evolution of theories about measuring time based on the movement of a pendulum, and about how gravity would impact a pendulum's movement depending on one's proximity to the Earth's...
Nobel Media AB
The Nobel Prize: The Nobel Prize in Physics 1923: Robert Andrews Millikan
This Nobel website on the life and scientific work of Robert A. Millikan includes a biography, images, and internet resources for further reading and research. Also included are the 1923 "Presentation Speech" which praised Millikan's...
Indiana University
Ensi: Introduction to Evolution Lesson Plan
This unit plan presented by the Evolution and the Nature of Science Institutes is one way to introduce evolution. The authors have created a Pre-test about what evolution is/is not to address misconceptions. There are handouts and...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Evolution of Life
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Covers the evolution of life.
BBC
Bbc: Gcse Bitesize: Natural Selection and Evolution
Darwin's theory of evolution explains how species of living things have changed over geological time in order to survive in the changing environment. A link to a test is provided.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: The Monkey Trial
A very good look at the Scopes Monkey Trial that pit prosecuting attorney, William Jennings Bryan against defense attorney, Clarence Darrow. Read about the issues, the media circus at the trial, and eventual outcome. Find the basis of...
British Library
British Library: Discovering Literature: Romantics & Victorians Fin De Siecle
Read articles that address the following questions about the end of the 19th-century literature: What are the key tropes of late 19th-century literature? How did writers respond to the desires and anxieties of the time? How did...
BiologyWise
Biology Wise: Arguments Against Evolution
Presents a table showing the timeline of theories of evolution, a description of Darwin's theory of evolution, and a list of arguments attacking the concept of evolution.
EL Education
El Education: Leaving Traces
Students create a magazine with photographs, illustration, charts, and text explaining their research and understanding of fossil records, the theory of evolution, and other topics related to early man.
Read Works
Read Works: When Fish First Walked
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about natural selection and its role in the theory of evolution. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Other
Virtual Fossil Museum: Evolution
Get an overview of evolution. This resource introduces some of the major concepts of evolution. Key terms are defined and links to other sites are also available.
University of California
Understanding Evolution: An Introduction to Evolution
A textbook definition along with an explanation of the scientific theory of evolution.
Scientific American
Scientific American: Happy 200th Birthday Charles Darwin: In Depth Reports
Explore the thinking of Charles Darwin, and read how his theory of evolution survives, thrives, and shapes the way we learn about nature. (February 2009)
PBS
Pbs: Nova: The Four Winged Dinosaur
In 2002, paleontologists discovered a fossil in China that seemed to provide a missing link between dinosaurs and birds, and to support the theory that birds evolved from dinosaurs. The fossil came from a four-winged dinosaur they named...
American Institute of Biological Sciences
Action Bioscience: Origins of Modern Humans: Multiregional or Out of Africa
Two migration theories are on the table for consideration. Weigh the evidence of each one in this article by Donald Johanson of Lucy fame.
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Science and Religion
A instructional activity using the strategy of structured academic controversy where learners explore the roots of differing perspectives on evolution, In the process, they develop a deepened understanding of science and religion, and...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: What Killed the Dinosaurs?
This Evolution Web feature explores how evidence can support a variety of hypotheses surrounding the mystery behind the extinction of the dinosaurs.
Other
Alfred Wallace/wallace in the Spice Islands
A brief biography of Wallace's time spent in the Spice Islands, and how it related to his theory of evolution. Also includes a description of the sailing vessel, 'The Alfred Wallace', which will sail to the spice islands in honor of the...
Vision Learning
Visionlearning: Ideas in Science: Theories, Hypotheses, and Laws
Learning module looking at scientific explanations. Discussion covers theories and how they develop, some well-known theories and their origins, and how theories are revised and refined. Also, covers hypotheses and laws. The three...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Social and Historical Perspectives of Dogs
Learn more about the theory that dogs evolved from wolves in this video from Nature. [5:03]