http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/ A search of MERLOT materials Copyright 1997-2013 MERLOT. All rights reserved. Mon, 20 May 2013 09:51:34 PDT Mon, 20 May 2013 09:51:34 PDT http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/images/merlot.gif http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/ 44 34 http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=287739 MIT OCW is a large scale, web-based electronic publishing initiative whose goals are to : Provide free, searchable access to MIT's course materials for educators, students an self - learners around the world, and extend the reach and impact of MIT OCW and the "open courseware" concept. There are courses available in the following areas:Architecture and Planning, Engineering, Health Sciences and Technology, Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences, Management, Science, Atheltics, Physical Education and Recreation, Experimental Study Group and Special Programs. This website also contains the following features: images/graphics, links to related material,learning assignments and teacher's guide to help further understand the courses. For more information about MIT Open Courseware Collections go to: http://ocw.mit.edu http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=591635 This course provides an introduction to teaching and learning in a variety of K-12 settings. Through visits to schools, classroom discussions, selected readings, and hands-on activities, we explore the challenges and opportunities of teaching. Topics of study include educational technology, design and experimentation, student learning, and careers in education. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=620149 This course introduces the student to the study of linear algebra. Practically every modern technology relies on linear algebra to simplify the computations required for internet searches, 3-D animation, coordination of safety systems, financial trading, air traffic control, and everything in between. This free course may be completed online at any time. See course site for detailed overview and learning outcomes. (Computer Science 105, Mathematics 211)