MERLOT Search - category=2681&materialType=Workshop%20and%20Training%20Material http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/ A search of MERLOT materials Copyright 1997-2013 MERLOT. All rights reserved. Tue, 21 May 2013 08:34:28 PDT Tue, 21 May 2013 08:34:28 PDT MERLOT Search - category=2681&materialType=Workshop%20and%20Training%20Material http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/images/merlot.gif http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/ 44 34 DNA extraction lab protocol http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=423595 This is a lab activity which can be used to extract DNA from a variety of living tissues. This can help reinforce the idea that all living things have DNA. iLabs: Online access to remote laboratories - Case study http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=505920 Download the supporting PDF file for this episode http://bit.ly/9iuO94 from the Learning to Teach Online project website.In this Learning to Teach Online http://bit.ly/d18ac5 case study, Mark Schulz from the University of Queensland examines the concept of using the Internet to remotely access laboratory equipment to conduct experiments in science or engineering. In particular, it demonstrates one of several experiments that can be conducted online using the iLabCentral website http://www.ilabcentral.org developed by Northwestern University http://www.northwestern.edu. It explores benefits and opportunities for student learning offered by iLabs, by demonstrating how online learning materials in the iLabCentral website utilise remotely access specialist laboratory equipment made available by the Centre for Educational Innovation and Technology (CEIT) http://ceit.uq.edu.au at the University of Queensland, in Brisbane Australia. Renewable energy lesson plans KS1-KS4 http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=599230 The National Cirriculum requires teachers to give pupils opportunities to recognise the importance of sustainability, in scientific and technological developments. The purpose of this is to expand their understanding of how human activity and natural processes have the potential to impact the environment.Sustainability is an important topic for young people because it involves an appreciation that meeting the needs of the present generation has to be achieved without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs. Related topics include environmental pollution, energy conservation and renewable energy resources.This is a collection of four lesson plans and related resources that draw on a range of materials on the web and through powerpoint. They are designed to support the National Cirriculum by helping teachers offer pupils meaningful cirriculum opportunities on these topics. Such cirriculum opportunities give pupils the chance to enhance their engagement with the concepts, processes and content of the subject. CSUB NASA Summer of Innovation Moodle http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=586504 This is the Moodle site that supports the CSUB NASA Summer of Innovation event. It is set to allow guest access. You will find all supporting documents and schedules located within the modules. Living with Florida Black Bears http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=499513 This 15 minute video discusses the ecology and behavior of the Florida black bear and how people can coexist with them. NASA AND TEACHERS GO GREEN: Recycling Designs for Schools http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=293708 This is a model for all school districts to follow regarding their waste disposal tendencies. NASA AND TEACHERS GO GREEN: The Olympic Park Institute http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=293673 Located on the shore of Lake Crescent, in Olympic National Park, this place partners with the park to provide outdoor science education for school groups, conference and retreat facilities, professional development, and Elderhostel programs.