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Science:  Science Education

  • Whyville   - A free website dedicated to learning through exploration and communication.

  • Assignments 'R' Us - Offers mathematics, physics and chemistry assignment assistance.
  • The Association for Science Education - Teachers helping teachers teach science. UK's largest science association dedicated to the teaching of science. Over 25,000 members worldwide.
  • Association for the Education of Teachers in Science (AETS) - Promoting leadership in, and support for those involved in, the professional development of teachers of science.
  • Athena - Earth and space science resources for K-12 from NASA.
  • Beyond Discovery - A series of articles that trace the origins of important recent technological and medical advances. Each story reveals the crucial role played by basic science.
  • Bill Nye the Science Guy - Online science laboratory.
  • Brainium - A curriculum-based, online environment where teachers and students can share ideas, experiments and activities.
  • Candis Mitchell's Science Teacher's Site - Designed to help educators search for internet material appropriate for their classrooms.
  • Carlos Olivo's Science - Science activities, links, and project ideas for K-12 educators.
  • Center for Improved Engineering and Science Education - Education resources and science projects for K-12 grade levels.
  • Center for Science, Mathematics, and Engineering Education - Analyzes and reports on critical national issues in science, mathematics, and engineering education from the U.S. National Research Council.
  • Dinosaurs in 3D - Images are provided that require 3-D blue/green glasses for viewing. Samples are provided for the CD-ROM available for purchase from the site.
  • Education Clearinghouse - Science education links from the Educational Resources Information Center.
  • Education Planet - Top rated science sites as picked by educator/reviewers.
  • Educational Resources in Physics, Astronomy, and Related Fields - Annotated list of links to internet resources.
  • Elementary Science Program - A science activity of the month for students and teachers of elementary science, plus an archive of past activities, and resources for a variety of science units.
  • Every Child a Scientist - For those who want to take an active role in improving the science program in their schools.
  • The Exploration Network (EXN) - Discovery Channel Canada Online covers science, technology, nature and adventure.
  • Extreme Science - Science news and activities with an emphasis on extremes.
  • Field Trips Site - The Field Trips site has virtual science tours on nature topics visiting some of the best sites on a subject. Teacher's resources are included.
  • Frank Potter's Science Gems - Science resources are sorted by category and grade level.
  • Funspots for Science Teachers - Links to sites for K-12 science teachers.
  • Global Access to Educational Sources - List of science sites especially for the middle school student. It is well categorized for easy use.
  • Good vs. Bad Medical Science - Provides information regarding the drug approval process, how to evaluate clinical studies, and what makes science good or bad.
  • Grade 7 Science - Great Life Science resources for seventh grade students about Structure and Function in Living Systems, Cells Organisms and Ecosystems,and Diversity and Adaptation.
  • Hayhurst's Sci-Page - Developed for science students at Joe Walker Middle school. It contains information related to the 8th grade science classes, and resource links for other teachers and students.
  • Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education - Extensive offerings for research and development in science and mathematics education in India.
  • How Stuff Works - Explanations about form and function in science and technology.
  • Hyperlinks (Science Education) - Science education links.
  • Initial Findings from the Third International Mathematics and Science Study - Responses to issues regarding 12th-Grade TIMSS.
  • Instructional Materials for Science Educators - IMSE is sponsored by the SERVIT Group, part of the Department of Mathematics, Science, and Technology Education, North Carolina State University.
  • Journal of Young Investigators - Online journal dedicated to the presentation of undergraduate research in science, mathematics, and engineering.
  • K-12 Science Education Resources - From teacher Bill Beaty's homepages. Includes links, projects and lesson plans.
  • K-12 Super Index - Links to K-12 educational sites, especially in science.
  • A+ Learning Galleries on ScienceMaster.com - A+ Learning Galleries is a place to learn about science through pictures and words. Easy to navigate, clear and concise information in all major areas of science. Grades 6-12.
  • The Learning Studio - The Exploratorium's page for teachers, students and science enthusiasts. Contains interactive exhibits, science news, RealAudio interviews, and at-home science activities.
  • Leon M. Lederman Science Education Center - The centerpiece for education at Fermilab. Over twenty-five education programs aiming to develop habits of mind through inquiry.
  • Microbes in Action - Program promotes an understanding and appreciation of the importance of microorganisms in our world via curriculum units, workshops, a newsletter, and this web site for K-12 teachers.
  • Microscopy Educational Resources for K-12 Education - Including electron and light microscopy.
  • Mike's Notes - In ezine format, the site provides a searchable database of back issues. Provides content on multiple science fields, together with hyperlinks for each topic.
  • Mind Quest - Science news, chat, images and video, links, games, contests and software.
  • Mr. Bickers' Science Pages - A collection of links to science related sites for use as supplementary material in the classroom.
  • Mr. Schneider's Science Page - Provides categorized links to tutorials, lessons, and information from all disciplines of science.
  • NASA Education - Links to all aspects of NASA's extensive education resources, including news, programs for children and adults, student resources, and calendar of events.
  • NASA's Space Science Activities for Students - Space science activities for elementary and secondary students in astronomy, physics, life sciences, and space technology.
  • National Association for Research in Science Teaching (NARST) - A worldwide organization of professionals committed to the improvement of science teaching and learning through research.
  • National Middle Level Science Teachers Association - Supports and promotes exemplary and innovative middle level science teaching and learning for all and is an advocate for middle level science teachers and students.
  • National Science Foundation (USA) - Education and human resources directorate.
  • National Science Teachers Association - Site has extensive collection of information about the teaching of science.
  • Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) - Education and training programs in science.
  • Parent Patch - Large collection of science websites that are educational and fun and links to virtual science tours.
  • Physchem - Activities, lesson outline and assignments for level 10 to level 12 physics and chemistry classes (in high school).
  • Project 2061 - AAAS project to reform United States science education and science curricula. Site resources include "Science for All Americans" and "Benchmarks for Science Literacy."
  • Project 2061 - The American Association for the Advancement of Science's site on reforms of science, mathematics, and technology education.
  • QEC Science Education - A diverse set of resources for science students and science educators dedicated to improving learning outcomes.
  • Raj, Anju & Shorya's Ghosla - Learning, Science Education, Interactive Science Exhibits, Family Learning, Public Understanding of Science, Science Communication, Hands-on Museums, Discovery Learning, Science in Society, Popular Science, Fun Science, Scientific Exhibits
  • Research and Learn Web Channel - Learn about dinosaurs, search the encyclopedia, and links to outside science resources from AOL.
  • Resources for Scientists Teaching Science - Creative teaching ideas from scientists who teach science. Designed for instructors who are interested in teaching courses that use writing as a tool to engage students in active learning.
  • Resources for Teaching Middle School Science - Index of grade levels of curriculum materials by scientific area.
  • Royal Science - Learn about the various fields of science, what they are, and where to find more fun information about them.
  • Sandlot Science - Interactive optical illusions, games, science projects, fun puzzles, and distortions.
  • School Science And Mathematics Association (SSMA) - A professional association and journal publisher for teacher educators and teachers of K-12 science and mathematics.
  • 101 Science - Science learning center about electronics, chemistry, mathematics, and photography.
  • Science - A system of web pages dealing with many science-related topics brought to you by the University of St. Louis at Madrid.
  • Science and Nature for Kids - Links collection, weekly features, projects, forum board, free newsletter, and moderated chat from About.com.
  • 101 Science & Technology for Amateurs - Science and other technology subjects for home learning centers, amateur radio operators, and amateur scientists.
  • Science Books and Films - The AAAS review journal for science materials for all ages, including reviews and recommendations for books, videos, software, and web sites.
  • Science Broadcast Links - EurekAlert list of links to websites for science programs on radio and television, including many educational programs.
  • Science Education Links - References, resources and annotated links for secondary school science teachers and trainees. University of Sydney.
  • Science Explained - Online science lessons on a wide variety of subjects, including the cloning of Dolly the sheep, the Montserrat volcano, water on the Moon, Martian fossils, and the "chicken flu."
  • The Science Eye - Science and environmental education specialists offer science awareness through simulated classroom safaris for all ages.
  • Science for Everyone - A collection of internet links of special interest to anyone interested in science, but especially directed at students, teachers, parents and homeschoolers.
  • Science Learning Network - Community of educators, students, schools, science museums and other institutions demonstrating a new model for inquiry science education. Site contains a variety of inquiry-posed problems, information, demonstrations, and labs.
  • Science Links - Reviews of a wide range of science-related sites for science students and teachers. Reviews indicate curriculum relevance of sites, age suitability and suggestions for use of sites in teaching science.
  • Science Math Technology - Educational resources currently on the web. Includes links to state departments of education.
  • Science Olympiad - Purchase an instructional video that details essential elements of Science Olympiad's Wright Stuff (rubber band-propelled airplanes) competition.
  • Science Online - Dictionary of scientific terms and scientists and science news. In French but with access from English terms.
  • Science Online - Fee-based subscription site, providing a free tour of the resources available. These include an information bank, animated models, simulations, professional development, experiments online, and teacher presentations.
  • Science Resources - Large index of science related internet resources created by Nerd World Media.
  • Science Shack at BBC Online - Get answers to your science questions, look for experiments you to do, and visit our multimedia area to learn more about current science topics in the news.
  • The Science Spot - Resource for educators and students. The Science Classroom and the Kid Zone are to make learning fun.
  • Science Teacher Stuff - Resources for K - 12 science education; lessons plans, webquests, background information, research, and education reform.
  • Science Teachers' Resource Center - Site is for science teachers to share ideas such as labs, demonstrations and any other information to which teachers wish to grant public access.
  • Science Technologies - Our company develops multimedia instructional technologies for the sciences. This includes CDs and websites for textbooks. We specialize in Flash and Chime.
  • Science U - Interactive exhibits and multimedia articles and activities.
  • Sciencefinder - A wealth of information for teachers and students of science, especially but not exclusively for British high schools.
  • ScienceMaster - Providing links to specific scientific disciplines, the site offers features, colomnists articles, homework helper, science topics for discussion, and science books and software links. Dowloads and free email also are available.
  • Science4me.com - Science4me.com provides a searchable database for lesson plans, experiments, and supplimentary information.
  • ScienceNetLinks - A comprehensive homepage for K-12 science educators. Search our library of reviewed websites and lessons by selecting a science benchmark.
  • The Sciences Explorer - Learn something new about math, biology, chemistry, and physics, and try innovative activities that introduce key concepts. An entry in the Thinkquest 97 contest.
  • Science-The Basics - A resource to many science topics currently in the news and links to sites on topics such as cloning, genetics, and electricity.
  • Sci-Journal - Gives school and college students the chance to publish work they've done in their science classes so that other students around the world can read about it. A discussion list allows messages about each article to be posted on the site.
  • SciSeek - Directory of links, including some science education links.
  • Stanback Planetarium and NASA Educator Resource Center - Educational resources and links to other resources.
  • SwRI's Lighter Side - Engineers and scientists answer questions about the things we often take for granted.
  • Top-Rated Math and Science Sites-The ENC Digital Dozen - Each month the Eisenhower National Clearinghouse selects a dozen useful math and science sites for teachers and students. Includes archives.
  • Toyota TAPESTRY Grant - Each year, the Toyota TAPESTRY Grants for Teachers program awards 50 grants of up to $10,000 each to K-12 teachers of science in the fields of environmental science and physical science applications. Toyota TAPESTRY projects demonstrate creativity, involve risk-taking, possess a visionary quality, and model a new way of presenting science.
  • TryScience.org - Content is contributed by science centers and museums worldwide and constantly changes.
  • U.S. Department of Energy - Science websites for kids.
  • Virtual World of Animated Gifs and Java Applets for Education - Promoting the use of Animated Gifs and Java Applets in the teaching of Science. The site has samples of Animated Gifs and Java Applets and shows how these may be incorporated into websites and PowerPoint slides for used in education.
  • The Visible Human Explorer - This demonstration exhibits our Visible Human Explorer user interface for remote access to the National Library of Medicine's Visible Human digital image library. Users can visualize the library, browse contents, locate data of interest, and retrieve desired images.
  • Wanna Learn - A collection of free, online lessons, courses, tutorials, and instructionally-oriented websites on science topics.
  • Whelmers - Science activities that will catch the eye and mind of even the most indifferent student.
  • World Wide Web Instructional Committee - The World Wide Web Instructional Committee (WWWIC) is an ad hoc group of North Dakota State University faculty dedicated to developing internet-based educational sites. This website details the efforts of our group. Current projects include visual educational research in computer science, biology, geology, and anthropology.
  • A World Within - Physics, electronics, math, and computer programming educational resources as well as graphics and freeware.


 

 


 






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