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July 31, 2009 |
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NOAA Environmental Visualization Lab
provides dozens of animations and images about topics such as coral reefs, ocean acidification, humans' impact on the ocean, the dead zone, hurricanes, African droughts, and more. Images of data are included. These resources draw on NOAA ... (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration)
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July 31, 2009 |
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Science Nation
is an online magazine that each week looks at discoveries and researchers that will change our lives: an artificial retina that can help the blind to see, new materials for building things stronger and lighter, what we're learning from ... (National Science Foundation)
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July 30, 2009 |
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Estuaries.gov
features "Estuaries 101 Curriculum" -- three modules for Grades 9-12 that focus on life science, earth science, and physical science. Students use historic and real time data and hands on activities to investigate estuaries -- the thin ... (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration)
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July 17, 2009 |
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Palo Alto Battlefield National Historic Site
offers lessons on initial battles of the U.S.-Mexican War. Topics include key individuals in the war, regular soldiers and volunteers, uniforms, war medicine, "debating the boundary," the price of expansion, and the Treaty of Guadalupe ... (National Park Service)
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June 3, 2009 |
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Data in the Classroom
provides curriculum guides for using real scientific data to investigate earth processes. Each guide focuses on a topic (sea level, water quality, and El El Niño) and starts with a question: How are sea levels monitored and measured ... (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration)
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June 3, 2009 |
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Understanding Taxes
includes lesson plans, tutorials, and role playing simulations to help students from middle school up learn about dozens of topics -- taxpayer rights, the history of taxes, indirect taxes, progressive and proportional taxes, exemptions ... (Internal Revenue Service)
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May 19, 2009 |
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Students and Teachers, Make This Your Summer of Science
is designed to help teachers and students find summer research opportunities in biomedical laboratories that are supported by the National Institutes of Health. The site lets you search by zip code for opportunities near you ... (National Institutes of Health)
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May 18, 2009 |
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Diagnoser
is a web-based program that lets teachers assign questions for students to answer on the web. As students answer questions, they receive feedback. Teachers can see reports on students' thinking related to the assigned content. Current ... (National Science Foundation)
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April 22, 2009 |
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Earth Day
provides ideas for protecting the environment at school, at home, and in your community. Find a map showing Earth Day events and volunteer opportunities near you. Get updates and news about Earth Day. Learn about the history of Earth ... (Environmental Protection Agency)
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April 21, 2009 |
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Math: What's the Problem?
examines the state of math education in the U.S. and the roles of culture, technology, and research on improving math learning and proficiency. Learn about the "miles per gallon illusion" and the train problem. Discover resources on ... (National Science Foundation)
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April 7, 2009 |
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EarthDay.gov
commemorates Earth Day, April 22, 2009, with suggestions about how students can save energy at home and volunteer in the community. Find out about smart commuting, green buildings, and ways to reduce energy use. Learn about issues: acid ... (Environmental Protection Agency)
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April 6, 2009 |
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A Century of Challenge and Change: The Filipino American Story
features four lessons exploring the waves and experiences of Filipinos who immigrated to the U.S., contributions Filipino Americans have made to American society, and the history and culture of the Philippines ... (Smithsonian Institution)
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March 3, 2009 |
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Women's History Month
in the arts, politics, medicine, war, and more. Learn about Mary Cassatt, Clara Barton, Zora Neale Hurston, Hannah Arendt, Susan B. Anthony, and others. Find lessons and activities in the section "For Teachers." The theme for Women's ... (Multiple Agencies)
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March 2, 2009 |
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Climate Change: EPA
provides comprehensive, indepth information about climate change. Learn about the science behind it, greenhouse gas emissions, health and environmental effects, regulatory initiatives, U.S. climate policy, economic analyses, and what you ... (Environmental Protection Agency)
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March 2, 2009 |
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Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans
presents the first-ever physical activity guidelines issued by the federal government. The guidelines describe the types and amounts of physical activity that offer substantial health benefits to Americans. Four booklets are provided ... (Department of Health and Human Services)
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February 27, 2009 |
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Nutrition.gov
provides food and nutrition information from across the federal government. Learn about smart nutrition, what's in food, meal planning, shopping and cooking, weight management, life stages, dietary supplements, and more ... (Department of Agriculture)
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February 26, 2009 |
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Tour: Vincent van Gogh
provides a brief overview van Gogh's life and looks at seven of his paintings ... (National Gallery of Art)
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January 7, 2009 |
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Careers: Central Intelligence Agency
describes career opportunities with the CIA that include analytical positions, clandestine service, language positions, scientists, engineers and technology, and support services ... (Central Intelligence Agency)
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January 7, 2009 |
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Kids' Page: Central Intelligence Agency
provides lesson plans on problem solving, gathering and analyzing information, myths about the CIA, the role of intelligence in war, codes and code-breaking, and the importance of accurate communications. Interactive games challenge ... (Central Intelligence Agency)
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January 3, 2009 |
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Climate Change Kids Site
looks at climate change -- what it is, why it matters, and what kids can do about it. Games, animations and quizzes, and a climate change calculator are provided ... (Environmental Protection Agency)
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