|
| Watch Know - Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi Grades 0
to 12
|
|
What is Watch Know? Short for "You Watch, You Know," it provides explanations for students. Finding bits of information to help students can be frustrating as resources are disorganized on the web and may be hard to find.” Watch Know” is a free site that organizes small video clips to help with the understanding of a variety of topics in subject areas. Search by age (3-18+). You can click and drag the age filter to the youngest and oldest ages to include. Videos are also organized by sequence of topics taught. The site is an ongoing project with input from educators and organizations interested in education of children. Registration is not required to view the videos. Creating and saving videos to the site, as well as commenting, require registration. You can monitor site recent changes and additions using the “Change Log.”
10384
In the Classroom:
Search for videos relevant to your upcoming units or share the link with older students to search on their own. Use clips as engaging openings to units or as a review at the end. Have students identify the main points in the video and relate it back to class information. Students can use the examples on the site to create their own videos about a topic they have studied that could be beneficial to others.
If you do join the site to submit videos (for more adventurous technology users), we recommend uploading, commenting, and participating in the project (the creation and growth of WatchKnow) as a whole-class collaborative activity. If your students create videos, critique them locally before submitting them to the site as the “bests” from your class. |
|
| CSI: Web Adventures - Rice University Grades 4
to 12
|
|
Bring CSI to your classroom! Use this entertaining and interactive website to learn science concepts using forensic studies. Follow one of three adventures: Rookie Training (Beginner,) Canine Caper (Intermediate,) or Burning Star (Advanced.) Collect evidence, ask questions, and use the evidence to act as a forensic scientist while using scientific inquiry. Create a conclusion and form theories by using evidence to solve problems. Registration is not required, but doing so allows students to save their work. Registration does NOT require an email, just a username and password. You might want to save the students usernames and passwords somewhere safe! Students not registering can enter as a guest. Teachers can view additional activities, links, and materials by clicking on "Fun Stuff." Click on "Game Features" to find information on roles of different forensics investigators, a walk through to assist in the adventures, and FAQ's. This site requires Adobe Reader. Get it from the TeachersFirst Toolbox page.
10277
In the Classroom:
Bring CSI to your classroom! Use this interactive site when discussing the scientific method, inquiry, or the tools of scientists. Students can report on uses of lab equipment and follow up work on this site with additional in class or web simulation activities such as viewing cheek cells in the lab or online DNA simulations as reviewed here. This site is engaging and also sheds light on the various science and technical careers students may be interested in pursuing. Challenge gifted students to create their own forensic science unsolved cases for others to try! Use a wiki to share the casebooks. |
|
| One minute wonders - BBC Grades 0
to 8
|
|
View one minute wonders to learn great facts about a variety of science and social studies topics. There were 13 topics at the time of this review. Learn about a Northern Oriole that can eat 17 caterpillars in a minute, music in the 16th century, or vehicles in the world. Videos are entertaining and sure to capture student attention. After viewing videos, click on quizzes to check understanding.
10350
In the Classroom:
Use these minute-length videos to introduce a topic on your interactive whiteboard or projector. These would also make a great introduction to writing prompts or blog posts. Consider using these as examples for one minute projects for students to demonstrate understanding for any topic or content area (and make accompanying quizzes for their peers to try). Have cooperative learning groups view videos of their choice and add their findings to your class “One Minute Wonder Wiki.” Not comfortable with wikis? Have no wiki worries – check out the Teacher’s First Wiki Walk-Through reviewed here. In lower grades, have students plan and act out their own one minute wonder plays to explain something they have learned or simply share the videos as humorous but accurate portrayals of science topics. American students will need to grow accustomed to the British accents. |
|
| E-learning for kids - e-learning for kids Grades 0
to 6
|
|
Check out this site offering FREE learning courses to students in science, language arts, English language, math, health and life skills, and computer skills. Choose from a wide variety of different learning experiences in the subject areas for earning in a fun and engaging way. Each subject area has countless interactives ready to go! Detailed instructions are provided for each activity. You can control sound easily from the screen.
10328
In the Classroom:
Use these "courses" as reinforcement of concepts, to uncover misconceptions, and to explore interesting topics. Share the activities on your interactive whiteboard or projector. Create learning centers focuses on the specific content of the activities. Have cooperative learning groups (or individual students) explore specific topics and report back to the class. For example, have each group view the activities for a specific body part (blood, brain, hearing, immune system, heart and circulation, skeleton, skin, teeth, and more) and create a multimedia presentation. Have cooperative learning groups create online books using a tool such as Bookemon, reviewed here. Provide this link on your class website for families to explore together. |
|
| Super Scientists - California Energy Comission Grades 4
to 10
|
|
This site is a great mini reference site for students who need a place to start research on famous scientists or to learn about a number of scientists in a very short span of time. Each scientist is listed with a photo and a brief synopsis. There are links to additional information on specific scientists on the individual pages.
10180
In the Classroom:
For a short lesson, students could work in pairs to create "clue bags" about the scientists by reading the information and putting objects (drawings, science supplies, personal things from their book bags) into a paper bag. The bags would then be circulated between pairs where the site could be used to decipher the clues and identify the scientist. The site would be great for a "mystery scientist project" where you assign small groups of three to four students to a scientist and have them create a short presentation without the name of the scientist and have the groups that are observing solve the scientist mystery with the site. Why not create multimedia projects such as podcasts, online books, or a talking photo. For creating podcasts, use a site such as PodOmatic (reviewed here). Create online books using a tool such as Bookemon, reviewed here. Challenge students to find a photo (legally permitted to be reproduced), and then narrate the photo as if it is a news report using Voicethread reviewed here. |
|
| Glitter Globe - Exploratorium Grades 0
to 9
|
|
Create a Glitter Globe to teach Newton’s first law or density in your classroom! Looking for a great demonstration? Want a short activity your students can create within twenty minutes or less? The Glitter Globe activity uses inexpensive everyday materials and has clear instructions.
10257
In the Classroom:
This activity could be an introduction or reinforcement of Newton's first law or as part of density discussions. Students will greatly enjoy playing with this science toy, but don't forget to include the follow up discussion questions. This activity could also be used in art class! There is nothing better than learning through playing with most students. Take photos of the Glitter Globes and have students use Voicethread reviewed here, to narrate and explain how they created their Glitter Globe. |
|
| Study Stack - John Weidner Grades 4
to 12
|
|
This site is filled with study tools to help students learn information in a variety of subject areas. Stacks of topics related to geography, history, math, languages, medical, tests (SAT, ACT, etc.), science and more are linked with collections of learning tools that include virtual study cards, matching games, word search puzzles, and hangman games. There really is something here for nearly all subject areas and grade levels! Students can select the tool that works best for them and work at their own pace until they are satisfied with their progress. If you can’t find a stack to fit your needs, you can edit existing lists or create customized study stacks. The site also allows you to print out study cards, or export flash cards to study them via cell phones, PDA, or iPod. Email the stacks to peers or connect with Study Stack through Facebook. Some of the activities require Java. You can get it from the TeachersFirst Toolbox page.
10129
In the Classroom:
Encourage parents to use this site as a study-at-home tool for their students. Link your blog or website to this site by entering your url at the bottom of the homepage. Make sure your guidance counselor at your school is aware of this site as a tool for studying those college entrance tests. Be sure to save this site in your favorites. |
|
| Educational Videos for kids - NeoK12 Grades 0
to 12
|
|
This incredible site is a database of videos on an abundance of topics! They are arranged by topic and very easy to access. The general subjects include physical science, life science, earth and space, social studies, math, English, and the human body. Each of the subjects includes 10+ topics. And each of the topics includes countless videos. You truly have to see this collection to believe it! There are lessons “ready to go” on video: Civil Rights Movement, Ice Age, Allergies, Subtracting Negative Numbers, Electricity, and MANY others.
NOTE: Although the videos are listed on this site, they actually “live” elsewhere on the Internet, so some videos may be blocked in your school (those on YouTube, for example). Always pretest to be sure the video you hope to use is accessible at school!
10185
In the Classroom:
Share these videos on your interactive whiteboard or projector. This is a great site to use when planning for substitute teachers, as an introduction to a new unit, or even as additional information on a specific topic.
Challenge cooperative learning groups to create their own videos about topics being studied in social studies, science, math, or nearly any other topic. Share the videos using Teachers.TV reviewed here. Include this link on your class web page for students to access outside of schools for reinforcement and further exploration of concepts. |
|
| Bubbabrain - Bubbabrain Grades 0
to 12
|
|
Looking for interactive review activities for your subject area? Use Bubbabrain's vast array of activities created for many levels and subjects. Registration is not required to play. When Game ID is checked (this is the automatic default for the site,) you choose a level ranging from Elementary to College (be sure to click the circle in the appropriate grade level) and then choose a subject area from the drop down box at your level. Subject areas vary by grade level and may include: telling time, government, family and consumer science, world languages, sociology, technology, and countless others.
Click the "Go" button to start your activity. Click on the correct answer to the question and then a new question appears. Prompts to try again appear if the answer is wrong and a percent right appears on your screen as you progress. Click on the teacher's link in the upper right hand corner for more information on becoming registered. Once registered, teachers can create their own games for the site. Your teacher ID can be entered by students to access created games.
10152
In the Classroom:
Use these activities for review of concepts or terminology with your class on specific topics/subjects. Wish there were a review game for a missing topic? Request a teacher ID, and have groups of students create the questions. Enter the information for the game and students can review by playing their game or one created by another group. Share the student-created games on your interactive whiteboard or projector. |
|
| Science News for Kids - Society for Science and the Public Grades 3
to 12
|
|
Search news articles about various topics such as "Agriculture," "Animals," "Chemistry and Materials," "Finding the Past," and many other topics. Featured articles and pictures can be found on the front page in a section titled "The Weekly Scoop" and "Science Snapshots." View other pages in the site including "Puzzle Zone," "Game Zone," "SciFi Zone," SciFair Zone," and "Lab Zone." Click on the "Teacher Zone" to access question sheets, resources, and websites for classroom use. Some ads run along the sides of this site.
10157
In the Classroom:
Use Science News for Kids as a great reading and reporting assignment. Students can find an area and article of interest to read, summarize, and report to the class. Have students create commercials about their topics. Video and share using a site such as SchoolTube reviewed here. Students can use these news articles to find additional relevant information on the internet. Students may find these topics to be great self-study topics. Use the question sheets when assigning articles for class reading as a guided inquiry. Teach reading comprehension using these factual articles on your interactive whiteboard, asking students to highlight key words and generate a “main idea” sentence using them. |
|
| Flash Card Flash - Flash Card Flash Grades 0
to 12
|
|
Everyone needs time savers. This site just made your life easier. Find pre-made flash cards using a search engine (powered by Google) from the best flash card sites on the web. Simply type in your topic in the search line and in seconds, you will have a list of flash card sites that feature your topic. Click on the links, and you have pre-made electronic flash cards at your fingertips. You do not need to be signed in with the flash card sites to enjoy the benefits. Some sites are easier to navigate than others. This tool may require some time “digging” for the best! Many of the sites require Flash and/or Adobe Acrobat. You can get both from the TeachersFirst Toolbox page.
10048
In the Classroom:
Share the online vocabulary words on your interactive whiteboard or projector. Students can work in pairs at a computer to enhance the flashcard learning. GED and placement test learners will find this feature most useful. Foreign language learners will find all their flash card needs are met with this site. Share this site on your class website for students to use to practice both in and out of the classroom. Use this tool with ESL/ELL students. Use this site for students to practice new science vocabulary words. Imagine the possibilities!
|
|
| Fun 4 the Brain - Natasha Oliver Grades 0
to 6
|
|
Fun 4 the Brain is a blog that provides skill-based games for a variety of subjects while targeting all types of learners. The games are simple, interactive, and educational while covering pertinent information according to the appropriate grade levels. The site was created based on the idea that children can learn while they play, an idea that is conveyed throughout the website. Specific topics include addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, oxygen, nitrogen, suffixes, prefixes, and more. Students can also watch tutorials on specific skills such as fractions, place value and more. Don't forget to let students take care of the website pet - Hammy the Hamster! This site requires Flash. You can get it from the TeachersFirst Toolbox page.
10044
In the Classroom:
Share the games on your interactive whiteboard or projector. If individual computers aren’t available, set up a computer cluster for students to explore this site. Allow students to practice skills for mastery, remediation, and reinforcement using the variety of games offered on the site. This is definitely a site to list on your class web page for students. |
|
| Nibipedia - Nibi Software Group Grades 4
to 12
|
|
Watch, Learn, Research, Teach. Got your attention? View the statement, "Together We Learn" to understand the underlying purpose. This free beta site uses video that starts with many of the wonderful TED talks videos. “Nibs” provide the opportunity to view the best videos out there that are worthy of a learning adventure. Playlist subjects include architecture, the brain, business, chemistry, civics, computers and the web, cool stuff, design, education, Egypt, math, music, physics, sociology, sustainability, and several others.
As the site grows, others will have the opportunity to add videos to the growing timeline. At this point, there is only a select group of educators adding content (see the main page of any topic for more information). See the purpose of creating a smarter way to learn. Videos are "nibbed" (linked) to content on Wikipedia, as well as to equally worthy video that increases our knowledge and makes the experience smarter! The community is tightly controlled so only appropriate videos and resources are included. Clicking on a video link provides a biography or background information from Wikipedia, related information (nibs), and other videos. This site requires FLASH. You can get it from the TeachersFirst Toolbox page.
9771
In the Classroom:
Share these videos on your interactive whiteboard or projector. Search through the content to find topics relevant to your class. Allow students to use this site for research projects. Use Nibipedia to create smarter searches with purely relevant content. Use Nibipedia to find quality resources that links you to other quality resources. Learn and share information found in Nibipedia for use in class or by individual students. You may even want to list this site on your class wiki, blog, or website for students to access at home. |
|
| Speaking glossary - Pearson Grades 3
to 12
|
|
Although this site is plain vanilla in appearance, there are tasty mind-sprinkles all throughout! At the home page you are presented with the letters of the alphabet. Click on the letter that begins the word that you wish to find. Find everything from pesticide to energy to topography to deciduous trees. Search a word in the glossary. Read or listen to the pronunciation and definition of the words. You may have to wait a second or two for the sound player controls to show. This site requires QuickTime. You can get it from the TeachersFirst Toolbox page.
9769
In the Classroom:
Many students stumble over the meaning of words in their search for related classroom information. Many are afraid to ask and risk misunderstanding of material. Reference this resource for students to learn the meaning of words in order to understand classroom passages, resources, or materials. Allow students to use it as a reference before reading an assignment. Especially if you are a science teacher, save this site in your favorites and list the link on your class website. If there are specific vocabulary words that relate to your current unit of study, why not have students work in cooperative learning groups to find the definitions and create a class collaborative wiki to share the vocabulary words. They could even create their own recordings using a tool such as Podomatic (reviewed here). |
|
| Selenia: Science comics - University of the West of England Grades 2
to 8
|
|
This colorful site offers science comics, games (educational interactives), links for teachers, and more. Engage students with these comics, and encourage them to identify the scientific principles found in each. Follow up activities include games such as word searches and other puzzles to reinforce vocabulary. Use the "For Teachers" link to find pdf lesson plans for ideas and experiments that coordinate with the comics. This site uses Flash and Adobe reader. Get these tools here.
9960
In the Classroom:
Begin with the comic strip to introduce a concept (share on your interactive whiteboard or projector). Have students note the physical and chemical properties occurring in each frame and to identify the scientific principle being presented. Use as a class discussion and introduction to specific principle. Use the suggested experiments and activities for further inquiry and investigation. When discussing other topics in class, encourage students to create their own comic either traditionally or digitally to demonstrate their understandings of the concept. Try using an online tool for students to create comics, such as the Comic Creator (explained here). |
|
| Simple Science - Simple Science.net Grades 0
to 8
|
|
This highly creative site helps students learn science concepts through song! The TeachersFirst editors LOVE it -- and are still singing the songs! Use these music videos with their clever rhyming and catchy tunes to learn basic science concepts for the younger to middle school grades. View concepts divided by grade level. You can choose from Year 3, 4, 5, or 6, at this British site. (Year 2 is grade 1). Examples of the topics include Teeth, Magnets & Springs, Light & Shadow, Habitats, Friction, Gases, Water Cycle, Circuits, Dissolving, and several others. Listen to a video of the song showing the concept as well as an explanatory video of the concept itself. These are very “kid-friendly.” The videos can be expanded to full screen, and are very clear. The site plans to offer more videos and grade levels in the near future.
Be aware: there are some advertisements for CDs and DVDs, but you can use the online information FREE. This site does require Flash. You can get it from the TeachersFirst Toolbox page.
9961
In the Classroom:
Use videos on individual computers or on an interactive whiteboard or projector. You can also embed the videos into your class wiki to feature a topic of the week for students to access outside of class. Play the songs on your computer speakers and sing along! Share the songs with your music teacher, too. Follow with activities that ask students to use the information that they learned. Have students create study aids that follow the high points of the concepts being shown. Follow the example on this site to create music videos of your own showcasing the knowledge students have gained about various concepts. Share the videos on a tool such as Teachers.TV (explained here). Learning support teachers and students will appreciate this site for its alternative, engaging way of presenting rich science content. Your musical/rhythmic students -- even non-readers-- will finally be able to remember the details. |
|
| NASA Digital Learning Network - NASA Grades 0
to 12
|
|
Learn firsthand from experts and specialists at NASA! Join free and interactive video-conferencing events or view podcasts for use in classrooms. Use the "Event Catalog" to find events for specific grade levels, science subjects, or topics. View the event's focus and description as well as downloading Adobe pdf files of introductory activities and complete educator guides for different grade levels. A variety of webcasts are available. For example, in 2009, NASA's offerings include "Exploring Other Worlds," "The Earth System," and "Global Warming, Causes and Consequences." Educators must create a login and register for events. Access to video conferencing hardware is necessary for the live video-conferencing events. Download applications needed for viewing the webcasts from the "Tools and Plug Ins" page. The tools are also available at the TeachersFirst Toolbox page.
9821
In the Classroom:
Educators can view professional development webcasts from NASA's education experts. Download the pdf documents for use in class, and introduce concepts for students and formulate questions in class. Use several students to record fine points of the lectures, collect the most requested questions prior to the video-conference, and begin discussions following the event either in class or using web 2.0 tools such as a blog or a wiki. In lower grades, use the webcasts to introduce science concepts visually on a projector or interactive whiteboard. |
|
| SCOPE videos - Network Ten Australia and CSIRO Grades 2
to 12
|
|
Check out these great Science videos and resources! Each topic has video clips, external web links to great information, and additional resources. Video clips use Windows Media Player available on the website. Search through many topics in "Earth and Space," "Energy and Force," "Engineering and Technology," "Living Things," and "Matter."
9805
In the Classroom:
Capture students’ attention using these great video clips and activities. Use the clips for pre-lessons for students to observe and ask questions (sort of a video KWL activity). Use this to discuss important information and as an opportunity to research, experiment, and learn more about the concepts. Make a video one of your centers with elementary science units. |
|
| Science For Kids - American Chemical Society Grades 1
to 6
|
|
This great science site includes interactives (Avogadro's Element Hunt, Meg A. Mole's Bouncy Ball Factory, or Plant It for the Planet, among others). There are also countless downloadable (PDF) activities. The general science topics available at this site include Chemical and Physical Change, Characteristics of Materials, Solids, Liquids, & Gases, Motion & Energy, Planet Earth, Your Body, Art & Toys, and What Chemists Do. Most topics include many specific activities. This site requires Flash and Adobe Acrobat. You can get both from the TeachersFirst Toolbox page.
284
In the Classroom:
Take advantage of this free site. Share the interactive games (which are called "games," but are highly educational) on your projector or interactive whiteboard. Have students work with a partner and explore the "games" that relate to your current science unit. Why not save the site in your favorites on classroom computers or your class web page, so students can easily access the site. You could use these interactives as a learning station. Use the PDF activities in your class. They are easy to follow, offer step-by-step instructions, materials lists, and more. You could set up science centers focused on each of the activities. |
|
| Test toob - Test toob Grades 0
to 12
|
|
Teacher's First Edge Review: Join a free community of everyday scientists! Test Toob is an ultimate online lab where videos can be uploaded, viewed, and rated. Browse the site for great ideas, and learn from information on creating great videos. See what other students are doing. "Experiment Ideas" offers great videos for experiments for students or classes to try. Visit "Test Toob 101" to explore student generated videos, peruse a list of experiments, upload or share, and view 5 steps to safety for experiments. Tabs at the top provide easy access to information: "Home," "My Workbench," and "Community." Visit the Community page to view videos and comments. Video categories include Chemistry, Engineering, Life Sciences, Mathematics, and Physics. This site requires Flash. You can get it from the TeachersFirst Toolbox page.
9770
In the Classroom:
Skills needed: managing and uploading videos, creating and managing logins and passwords, and searching related videos. Create a login easily. Students must have individual accounts (email required). Check your school policies about accessing/sharing student
email on school computers. You may want to create your own Gmail account with up to 20 subaccounts for each group of students (by code name or number) within your classes. Here is a blog post that tells how. Clicking on an email verification is required to create an account.
Safety/security: Before posting student-created extra credit or classroom created labs, check your school policies on whether student work may be displayed online and what information is permitted. Then enforce that policy with your students. Only registered users can post video and comments in the Test Toob community (much better than general public sites, since this site has a shared interest in science). Maintain a list of student user names to determine the work of each student.
Possible uses: The easiest use is to use videos already available to share on your projector or link from your class web page, but assign extension or related experiments to reinforce the ideas. Shoot a video, then have students explain the experiment, demonstrate the underlying concept, or add information to check their understanding. If your students are video-savvy, assign a video project from scratch where they must document and explain an experiment or concept. (You will want to prepare a rubric for evaluating this project!) . Create teacher-made videos to share on this free site with students of all ages to illustrate and annotate concepts that are especially challenging or to help visualize the connections between content and the experiment. Shoot video demonstrations and experiments for viewing later. |
|
|
Records 1
to 20 of 57
previous
20 - next
20 - New Search |
