MERLOT Materials

DNA from the Beginning is an animated tutorial on DNA, genes and heredity. The science behind each concept is explained... see more

The entry point to an extensive site concerning the nervous system and neuroscience. The site includes descriptive... see more

This learning module presents the proper technique and common errors associated with assessment of blood pressure. The... see more

An effective tool to help students learn about all aspects of the ideal gas law. One of the best web gas law simulations.

The acoustics of musical instruments and the voice. The "Basics" directory introduces and explains general concepts.... see more

This interactive site allows participants to learn about skeletal anatomy by viewing the bones of a human, chimpanzee,... see more

Here's your chance to mix chemicals without wearing safety goggles. You won't spill any acid on the spectrometer in this... see more

Key biological concepts animated as narrated and stepped tutorials, along with quizzes.

This is a companion site to the PBS series Evolution. It contains numerous interactive exercises and simulations keyed to... see more

IP addressing and subnetting tutorial presentation. Contains audio, video and assignments.

This provides text description and audio examples of various heart and breath sounds. The sounds are broken up into... see more

A collection of simulations and virtual labs focusing on first-year college physics.  PhET provides fun, interactive,... see more

An excellent survey of osteoporosis suitable for a wide audience including practicing physicians

The site is an interactive game.The game shows a variety of people involved in halting an outbreak and only the intern... see more

This site provides information about cell components (such as cell wall, cell membrane, nucleus, endoplasmic reticulum,... see more

Tutorials and interactive quizzes covering cells, mitosis, meiosis, the cell cycle, prokaryotes, eukaryotes, & viruses.... see more

A website that links to information and products used to treat asthma.  The site as seen in October 2010 is no longer the... see more

Educational physics applets designed to be scripted in JavaScript for use in quizzes, homework problems, and Just in Time... see more

All you want to know about each element. a fourbar linkage

WOW lessons are designed for infusion into the existing science curriculums for college freshmen and advanced high school... see more

Students play the role of predators on moths on a tree trunk. Then, they play the role of biologist, analyzing the... see more

Online tutorials covering a wide range of physics topics, including modern physics and astronomy. Material is organized... see more

Free tool that allows Mac and PC users to capture and share screen shots and animated videos with other users.... see more

This is exactly what it says...a periodic table that comes alive.  For each element that you click on, it'll give the... see more