http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/ A search of MERLOT materials Copyright 1997-2013 MERLOT. All rights reserved. Fri, 24 May 2013 14:08:49 PDT Fri, 24 May 2013 14:08:49 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=80654 A collection of simulations and virtual labs focusing on first-year college physics. An interview with the award winning author can be found in About us at Phet VideoPhET provides fun, interactive, research-based simulations of physical phenomena for free. We believe that our research-based approach- incorporating findings from prior research and our own testing- enables students to make connections between real-life phenomena and the underlying science, deepening their understanding and appreciation of the physical world. To help students visually comprehend concepts, PhET simulations animate what is invisible to the eye through the use of graphics and intuitive controls such as click-and-drag manipulation, sliders and radio buttons. In order to further encourage quantitative exploration, the simulations also offer measurement instruments including rulers, stop-watches, voltmeters and thermometers. As the user manipulates these interactive tools, responses are immediately animated thus effectively illustrating cause-and-effect relationships as well as multiple linked representations (motion of the objects, graphs, number readouts, etc.) PhET Interactive Simulations, University of Colorado, http://phet.colorado.edu http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=87900 From site:״This site supports three objectives: Provideinformation to the public about arange of practical applications ofbehavioral technology. 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By solving a sequence of activities, students can build a body of scientific knowledge while Biologica monitors their progress, offers hints, and will even build a portfolio of their work. While I have not used this as an assignment yet. I am particularly interested in trying it out to help my students with their school wide portfolio. There is an interactive 3D model component to show cell structure and function as well as DNA molecular structure. Views are Quick Time movies and interaction with 3D world. Works on MAC and PC using Java-based Technology with Quick TIme 3 or 4 required. Dragon Genetics explores the relationship between genotype, phenotype, with sex-linked and autosomal dominant & recessive pairs. Alleles are manipulated to change dragon's phenotype. Mendel's Peas: has 3 parts to the activity. They demonstrate basic principles of meiosis, fertilization, and inheritance using Mendel's peas. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=569952 Exploriments are simulation-based interactive learning units for enhancing conceptual understanding in Science and Math in an experiential manner. Useful for teachers and students alike, Exploriments provide a highly interactive, exploratory, and engaging experience.Exploriments repository contains more than 400 interactive simulations, more than 100 of which are free to access.Some important topics covered are:Physics: Electricity, Electrostatics, Weight & Mass, Motion, Friction, Momentum, Moments, Simple Machines, Gravitation, Oscillation, Pendulum, Spring, Pressure, Fluids, Light, Heat, Vernier Caliper, Screw Gauge, VectorsChemistry: Understanding Chemical Formulae, How Atoms form Compounds, Make your own Compound, Understanding Basics of Valency, Understanding Atomic Weight, Understanding Molecular Weight, Calculating Molecular Weight.Mathematics: Ascending & Descending, Variables, Equations, Word Algebra, Word Arithmetic, Numbers and Words, Number Base, Puzzles, Graphs http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=290332 The Howard Hughes Medical Institue offers virtual labs in different subjects as a means of spreading education about science and technology. These include the transgenic fly virtual lab, the bacterial identification lab, the neurophysiology lab and the immuneology lab. The available virtual labs and courses are in the following areas: Infectious Diseases, Stem Cells, Evolution, Obesity, Cancer, Neuroscience, Genomics and Chemical Genetics, Sex Determination, Cardiovascular, Immunology, DNA and RNA. The feature's on this website contains the following: imgaes/graphics, video, audio, quizzes, other interactivity, links to related material, learning assignments, teacher's guide, and glossary of terms. For more information go to: http://www.hhmi.org/biointeractive/vlabs/ http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=90691 The Online Remote Sensing Guide consists of two web-based instructional modules that use multimedia technology and the dynamic capabilities of the web. These resources incorporate text, colorful diagrams, and animations to introduce selected topics in the field of remote sensing. Selected pages link to (or will soon link to) relevant current weather products, allowing the user to apply what has been learned in the instructional modules to real-time weather data. Available modules include separate modules related to radar and satellites. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=225832 River City Project is a National Science Foundation-supported multi-user simulation environment for learning scientific inquiry and 21st century skills. It is an interactive computer simulation of a river town, based in the late 1800s, that combines digitalized Smithsonian artifacts with an inquiry-centered curriculum to engage middle and high school students. As visitors to River City, students travel back in time, bringing their 21st century skills and technology to address 19th century problems. River City Project is a National Science Foundation-supported multi-user simulation environment for learning scientific inquiry and 21st century skills. It is an interactive computer simulation of a river town, based in the late 1800s, that combines digitalized Smithsonian artifacts with an inquiry-centered curriculum to engage middle and high school students. As visitors to River City, students travel back in time, bringing their 21st century skills and technology to address 19th century problems. Contributors in implementing River City includes, The National Science Foundation, Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, Harvard University's Graduate School of Education, approximately 60 teachers and almost 4,000 students on two continents (North America and Australia).   River City Project is supported by a grant from the National Science Foundation and is provided free of charge to schools. Those who are interested in cooperating with the River City Project can join with the team. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=88354 The West Point Bicentennial Engineering Design Contest is a nationwide competition aimed at promoting math, science, and technology education in U. S. elementary and secondary schools. Anyone can participate in this contest, but only eligible contestants -- U. S. students in Grades K through 12--may compete for prizes. (See the Contest Rules for specific eligibility criteria.) Contestants may compete individually or in teams of two. The contest begins on November 11, 2001. This site also contains the relevant downloadable bridge design software, called the West Point Bridge Designer. The West Point Bridge Designer will introduce you to engineering through an authentic, hands-on design experience. This software provides you with the tools to model, test, and optimize a steel highway bridge, based on realistic specifications, constraints, and performance criteria. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=89664 Numedeon is developing a set of web-based tools for teacher professional training and support. These tools are built around K-12 science education, available on-line, and supported with in-classroom and on-line teacher training. The resources target middle school students who cooperate on exploratory learning tasks. Girls have been "hooked" on this site - 72% of those who participate are middle school girls. An NSF grant aims to determine WHY this web site is so successful with girls. One guess is that the community approach to learning is very appealing to middle school girls.We can assist your school or school district with Information Technology (IT) objectives and implementation. 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