Websites that might be interesting:

 

All Round - Social Studies, Math and Science - various levels

http://www.hippocampus.org/  This is an INCREDIBLE site.  It will be very helpful. Check it out!

http://www.eduweb.com/portfolio/portfolio.php  A wide variety of explorations from science, social studies, history, and the arts.  Searchable by age and by subject.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/websites/11_16/index.shtml  This is the bbc school link for ages 11 - 16.  They have great quality websites.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/websites/16/index.shtml  This is the bbc school link for ages 16+.  They have great quality websites.

http://209.85.165.104/search?q=cache:j_eO81wYLJkJ:www.geocities.com/researchguide/webquests.html+interactive+web+%2B+King+George+III&hl=en&ct=clnk&cd=12&gl=us This is a VERY INTERESTING website cache.  There are web based lessons, web quests, and interactive websites all catagorized in groups according to the Dewey Decimal system.  This listing is annotated.  It has a great sectioin on plagiarism for language classes.  This is definately worth the look.

 

Social Studies

 

Mixed sites

http://www.schoolhistory.co.uk/usahelp.html This site has a wide variety of British history, American history, and ancient history websites.  It is worth the time to explore.

 

http://www.learner.org/interactives/historical/ This site explains the use of, how to evaluate and gain information from original documents.  Excellent site.

 

Ancient History - coming soon

 

American History - coming soon

 

World History - coming soon

 

 

Math

 

http://www.learner.org/courses/learningmath/algebra/ This is an online course of algebra.  It has videos that explain important concepts through out the course.  You will need to sign up but it is free.

 

http://mathdl.maa.org/mathDL/23/?pa=content&sa=viewDocument&nodeId=560 This site looks at three interactive tools an Algebra teacher can use to help with lessons for students.  Sample activities are available.  The tools discussed and available are:  Grid Master,  Transformer 2D,  Eigenizer.

 

http://www.jem-thematic.net/en/node/305 More interactive tools for Algebra.

 

http://jc-schools.net/tutorials/interact-math.htm A plethora of math interactive web sites.  Some of the sites for upper grades are further down the page.

 

http://nlvm.usu.edu/en/nav/vlibrary.html Virtual manipulatives from NLVM.  The directions, etc are also available in Spanish.

 

http://www.math.uiowa.edu/~goodman/algebrabook.dir/algebrabook.html  - This online book, Algebra: Abstract and Concrete, is available to read.  The interactive part is a section with 3 D models that allow students to look and manipulate them in different ways.

 

http://mathforum.org/library/ A conglomeration of a variety of websites on different subjects, just click and find a list of interactive websites on that subject:  Algebra || Analysis || Arithmetic/Early Math || Calculus (Single Variable) || Calculus (Multivariable) || Communicating Math || Differential Equations || Discrete Math || Dynamical Systems (Chaos, Fractals...) || Geometry || History and Biography || Logic/Foundations || Number Theory || Numerical Analysis || Operations Research || Pre-Calculus (Functions, Inequalities, Trigonometry) || Probability/Statistics || Topology || Applications/Connections (Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Humanities, Sciences, Social Sciences, Sports...)

 

http://www.intute.ac.uk/ A wide variety of math and science items and websites.  This is the home page that has search boxes.

 

http://cuacs8.mck.ncsu.edu/mathsampleitems/main.html This has questions and answers that can be done on the web for Algebra and Geometry.

 

http://edweb.tusd.k12.az.us/ekowalcz/math/algebra.htm Interactive websites particularly for Middle and High School Algebra.

 

http://edweb.tusd.k12.az.us/ekowalcz/math/geometry.htm Interactive website list for geometry sites.

 

http://edweb.tusd.k12.az.us/ekowalcz/math/middlehigh.htm A long list of websites for a large variety of Middle and High school maths.

 

http://www.mathaid.com/products/ProbStat/index.html Free download demo version of a College Algebra class with complete lessons and demonstrations.

http://richardphillips.org.uk/number/ - Learn all about the numbers in today's date (based on the book originally published by Cambridge University Press in 1994, this second edition (2004) of Numbers: Facts, Figures and Fiction is now published by Badsey Publications, written by Richard Phillips).

 http://mathforum.org/k12/mathtips/beatcalc.html - Check out this site to learn how to do mental math fast! Tips for adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing, and squaring numbers are given, as well as finding percentages.

http://mathforum.org/dr.math/ - Doctor Math knows just about everything there is to know about math. Browse this site and look at some of the question Dr. Math has answered. Then come up with a math question of your own and submit it!

http://www.c3.lanl.gov/mega-math/workbk/infinity/infinity.html A look at infinity.  This intriguing story problem was created by Nancy Casey and brought to you by the folks at MegaMathematics! Click on their graphic for more math games and problems.

http://www.stfx.ca/special/mathproblems/welcome.html - There are many wonderful problems for teachers & students to explore here, all grouped and labeled by grade level, 5-12.

http://library.rider.edu/scholarly/rlackie/science/Lackie_Online11-2003_Article.pdf This is an article that gives lots of online science and math web resources.

AAA Math (http://www.aaamath.com/index.html) - This highly recommended math site illustrates and provides interactive arithmetic exercises and problems for grades K-8. It contains a series of basic math skills lessons, solid explanations, and challenging interactive games and problem sets. This is a much needed resource for formal elementary math classes and homeschooling sessions that are a resource that can be used by math students in formal elementary education math classes, tutoring, and home schooling.

Brain Teasers (http://www.eduplace.com/math/brain/)- Thanks to Houghton Mifflin, you can join forces with classmates, go to this site, and solve one of these mind bogglers. Each Wednesday evening they post a new Brain Teaser for each grade level range: 3-4, 5-6, & 7-8. They post solutions one week later.

Getsmarter.org (http://www.getsmarter.org/index.cfm) - This is a great "animated and interactive testing and learning site where students can compare their performance in math, and science, with other elementary, middle, and high school students worldwide. You can also "access learning hints and links to help you Get Smarter!" This site requires Flash, and it is a "free, no-risk, publicly available" Website geared to "help stimulate improvements in K-12 math and science education," providing kids with information on exciting careers that use math and science. Getsmarter.org has merged with GetTech.org, whose mission is "to help you prepare students (in fun ways) for tomorrow's great jobs." The two sites have come together to promote the knowledge of mathematics and science while providing "a gateway to individual opportunity and national prosperity. Our nation's technical talent pool is its most precious economic asset—the key to generating high-wage jobs, addressing domestic social issues and competing internationally."

Interactive Mathematics Miscellany and Puzzles (http://www.cut-the-knot.org/content.shtml) - A wonderland of puzzles & problems presented by a scholar in love with the language of math. Hundreds of games and brain teasers illustrate algebraic & geometric theories. Links in the glossary provide examples of usage.

Math Baseball (http://www.funbrain.com/math/index.html) - FunBrain.com, an award-winning interactive learning and "edutainment Web site" links K-8 children, parents, and teachers together with its fun math baseball game that you can play by yourself or with friends. It gives you a choice of math problems and the level you want to practice. Click on the Games icon for other games available through their site, some going up to grade 12, age seventeen.

Room 108 Math (http://www.netrover.com/~kingskid/Math/math.htm) - This site shows math with visual and sound effects, and students get Audio Feedback on their answers. It teaches adding, multiplying, dividing, etc., as well as the use of calculators, using sound effects. Check out the stories, crossword puzzles, spellings, and other activities there for elementary school-use.

Algebra 1: Graphing Linear Equations  (http://www.terragon.com/tkobrien/algebra/) - PC users (no Macs) can graph linear equations at this site. Enter a function, click on the check box next to the edit field, and the graph will be plotted for you. You can also reset domain, range, and variable parameters. The site includes helpful plotter instructions, some practice problems, and very good linear equation explanations arranged under topics.

Manipula Math with Java (http://www.ies.co.jp/math/java/) - Interactive mathematics programs designed for those who are interested in mathematics including middle school, high school, and college students. One will find interactive programs that can be manipulated and a lot of animation that helps to grasp the meaning of mathematical ideas, including those of geometry, calculus, algebra, trigonometry, and others.

WWW Interactive Mathematics Server (WIMS) (http://wims.unice.fr/) - This site presents college level interactive mathematical problems. Input an answer and get the result. There are elementary and "more advanced" modes.

http://www.shodor.org/interactivate/

This site has interactive activities related to number and operations, geometry and measurement, functions and algebra, and probability and data analysis concepts.

 

http://www.brunnermath.com/algebraiiiandtrig.htm

This site includes work with pre-algebra concepts such as intergers, scientific notation, unit conversion, fractions, and more.  Other concepts are covered in basic algebra, algebra, algebra 2, or trigonometry problems.  The home page also offers puzzles, geometry, calculus, and much more.

 

http://illuminations.nctm.org/ActivitySearch.aspx

Illuminations has 101 online activities available.

 

fast math/individualized math

Virtual Manipulative: Fractions - Adding

Virtual Manipulative: Fractions - Equivalent

Virtual Manipulative: Percentages

Virtual Manipulative: Algebra Balance Scales

Virtual Manipulative: Algebra Tiles

A Broken Calculator

Subtraction Game

Area Explorer

Perimeter Explorer

Shape Explorer

Whole Number Cruncher

Number Cruncher

 

algebra 1 pt 1/algebra 1

Virtual Manipulative: Scatterplot

Virtual Manipulative: Box Plot

Virtual Manipulative: Histogram

Virtual Manipulative: Circle 0

Virtual Manipulative: Factor Tree

Virtual Manipulative: Fractions - Adding

Virtual Manipulative: Function Machine

Virtual Manipulative: Grapher

Virtual Manipulative: Algebra Balance Scales

Virtual Manipulative: Algebra Tiles

A Broken Calculator

Equations of the Straight Line

Various Averages and Means

Ordered Simple Plot

Possible or Not?

Linear Function Machine

Maze Game

General Coordinates Game

www.regentsprep.org

MathsNet.net --- mathematics in education

 

geometry

Virtual Manipulative: Geoboard

Virtual Manipulative: Geoboard - Circular

Virtual Manipulative: Geoboard - Coordinate

Virtual Manipulative: Geoboard - Isometric

Virtual Manipulative: Golden Rectangle

Virtual Manipulative: Iterative Fractals

Virtual Manipulative: Koch Triangle

Virtual Manipulative: Mandelbrot and Julia Sets

Virtual Manipulative: Platonic Solids

Virtual Manipulative: TessellationsVirtual Manipulative: Platonic Solids - Slicing

Virtual Manipulative: Pythagorean Theorem

Virtual Manipulative: Similar Triangles

Virtual Manipulative: Transformations - Reflection

Virtual Manipulative: Transformations - Rotation

Virtual Manipulative: Transformations - Translation

Virtual Manipulative: Transformations - Dilation

Virtual Manipulative: Transformations - Composition

Virtual Manipulative: Grapher

Virtual Manipulative: Tangrams

The Euler Line

Diagonal Count

Interactive Mathematics Miscellany and Puzzles, Geometry  (This site contains many links.)

Geoboard  (This geoboard will calculate the area of a figure automatically.)

Rotation Transform

http://www.cut-the-knot.com/pythagoras/morey.shtml (This site shows a proof of the Pythagorean Theorem by shearing and rotation.)

Proof of Pythagoras' Theorem

Venn Diagrams

TransmoGrapher

TransmoGrapher2

Angles

Triangle Explorer

Surface Area and Volume

ExploreMath.com  (You will have to set up your own log in account.)

www.regentsprep.org

MathsNet.net --- mathematics in education

 

algebra 2

Virtual Manipulative: Grapher

Virtual Manipulative: Algebra Tiles

Virtual Manipulative: Base Blocks

Tower of Hanoi

Equations of the Straight Line

Graph of a Polynomial

Conic Flyer

Two-Variable Function Pump

ExploreMath.com (You will have to set up your own log in account.)

www.regentsprep.org

MathsNet.net --- mathematics in education

 

trigonometry

Virtual Manipulative: Grapher

The Laws of Sines and Cosines

Cardioids from many angles

ExploreMath.com (You will have to set up your own log in account.)

 

math analysis

Graph of a Polynomial

The Tortoise and Hare Race

ExploreMath.com  (You will have to set up your own log in account.)

 

calculus

Virtual Manipulative: Grapher

Riemann Sums - Function Integration

Derivatives of Sine and Cosine

Function, Derivative and Integral

Graph of a Polynomial

Skimming A Century of Calculus

Taylor Series Approximation to Cosine

Lagrange Interpolation

 

statistics

Virtual Manipulative: Scatterplot

Virtual Manipulative: Stick or Switch

Virtual Manipulative: Box Model

Various ways to define a permutation

Various Averages and Means

Buffon's Needle

 

 

Math and Science Search Engines

 

Chemdex (http://www.chemdex.org/) - "The directory of chemistry on the Web," Chemdex is featured in the Institute for Scientific Information's premium collection of evaluated scholarly Web sites. There are over 7,208 links here, so this really is the starting place for finding chemical sites.

EdSelect (http://www.edselect.com/) - Collection of sites chosen for classroom use by Ontario teachers. Pat Elliott, a teacher-librarian with Simcoe County District School Board, selected these to match the provincial curriculum. See the curriculum (K-8) on Science & Technology and Mathematics.

InfoMine (http://infomine.ucr.edu) - This scholarly resource collection includes tens of thousands of sites, grouped into 9 annotated, indexed categories (databases) for easy retrieval. This librarian-built "virtual library of Internet resources [is] relevant to faculty, students, and research staff at the university level," while also very useful for higher-level high school and professionals. Links to Biological, Agricultural, & Medical Sciences and Physical Science, Engineering, Computing, & Math can be found on the first screen.

Internet Public Library (http://www.ipl.org/) - Provides sites arranged by academic discipline and access to collections of online periodicals and books. Its unique feature is an interactive reference desk, staffed by librarians. Check out the Computers, Health, and Science & Tech Subject Collections.

Measure 4 Measure (http://www.wolinskyweb.net/measure.htm) - "Collection of interactive Web sites that estimate, calculate, evaluate, and translate" everything from acceleration conversions to Morse Code to word frequencies. Take a look at the Science/Math and Health categories.

SciCentral (http://www.scicentral.com/) - This new streamlined version of SciCentral is an impressive "gateway to the best scientific research news sources," providing selective access to area-specific research news in the Biosciences, Health Sciences, Physics/Chemistry, Earth & Space, and Engineering fields, as well as links to "locate prime research tools and resources"--a great science directory.

 

BiologyBrowser (http://www.biologybrowser.org) - this new free website service from BIOSIS enables you to access, for free, unique high-quality online resources in the life sciences for biologists, while connecting with other like-minded researchers worldwide. Presently, they offer thousands of quality-controlled science links (updated often), an interactive forum for connecting scientists worldwide, an Index to Organism Names verification tool, and a Zoological Record for teachers and students.

Cramster (http://www.cramster.com/) - This site is a "24/7 Study Community for Math, Physics, Chemistry and Engineering Help." Cramster is a global study community comprised of students and teachers helping each other understand how to solve problems for math and science subjects like Physics, Calculus, Statistics, Chemistry, Machanincal Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, etc. Cramster gives students access to various types of study resources like textbook solutions, topic notes, sample problems, and practice exams. These materials are created by Cramster, indexed from the web, or contributed by the members of Cramster. Cramster is an online study group, that promotes social learning through their message board called "Cramster Answer Board where members ask and answer questions moderated by Cramster Subject Matter Experts." They help students understand how to do their homework and be better prepared for their exams on over 4,000 schools around the world. This site requires you to register for FREE to use these resources.

Eric Weisstein's World of Science (http://scienceworld.wolfram.com/) - This is an award-winning comprehensive and interactive science and mathematics encyclopedia intended for students, educators, math enthusiasts, and researchers. It contains searchable encyclopedias of astronomy, scientific biography, chemistry, and physics, and mathematics (World of Math).

Math.com: The World of Math Online (http://www.math.com/) - "Math.com is dedicated to providing revolutionary ways for students, parents, teachers, and everyone to learn math," where you can find free help with homework with their large collection of free math reference resources--elementary and everyday math to algebra and beyond. A great guide for math students and teachers.

MathSearch (http://www.maths.usyd.edu.au/MathSearch.html) - Searching for research-level or university mathematical and statistical information? Let your journey take you to MathSearch, a search tool hosted by the University of Sydney School of Mathematics & Statistics. Search more than 200,000 documents on academic English-language mathematics and statistics servers, including full text of some technical reports, working reports, etc.

SciNet Science Search (http://www.scinet.cc/) - A specialized search engine & directory for those concerned only with accurate and relevant science, engineering, medicine, and nature information on the Internet.

Scirus (http://www.scirus.com/srsapp) - This science search engine, with over 450 million science-specific Web pages, offers excellent advanced search options for a wide variety of information types and sources of materials on the Web, including journals. Scirus has become pretty successful at pinpointing science-specific data, reports, articles, and relevant scholarly Web pages--a considerable recent improvement. Check out their Advanced Search page, as well as their About Us links.

 

Science

 

Interactive Web Sites on Anatomy/Biology

 

 

National Cancer Institute: Clinical Trials Home Page (http://www.cancer.gov/clinical_trials/) - Clinical cancer trials allows the health professional or patient to search by diagnosis and limit results by type of cancer, type of treatment (i.e., radiation, chemotherapy, surgery, etc.); trial type (i.e., treatment or supportive care, genetic, screening, etc.); and geographic location. There is also an e-mail notification service. This is brought to us by the National Cancer Institute (NCI). "NCI is a part of the National Institutes of Health, within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. This [site and their main] Web site offers free, credible, current, comprehensive online information about cancer prevention, diagnosis, treatment, statistics, research, clinical trials, and news, as well as links to other NCI Web sites."

CELLS alive! (http://www.cellsalive.com/) - High resolution electron microscopy and slick animations demonstrate the mechanics of HIV infection, allergy and mite interactions, how antibodies are made, bacterial motility, ulcer-causing bacteria, how lymphocytes kill infected cells, etc. Video clips require QuickTime or AVI.

HealthyNJ (http://www.healthynj.org/) - "HealthyNJ is a product of the University Libraries at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. The Consumer Health Information Task Force, comprised of librarians from the four UMDNJ Campus Libraries, developed the content of the Web Site to meet the health care information needs of consumers, particularly the citizens of New Jersey." I find the "Just for Kids" and "Reference Desk" sections particularly relevant and helpful--overall, this is a very user-friendly, informative, and current site.

Howard Hughes Medical Institute: BioInteractive (http://www.hhmi.org/biointeractive/) - The learning modules at BioInteractive allow you to be the scientist, providing fully interactive biomedical laboratory simulations, including a "bacterial identification lab, a cardiology lab, and a neurophysiology lab." Their virtual labs have won international awards for their use of multimedia on the Internet to educate about science and technology.

Neuroscience for Kids (http://faculty.washington.edu/chudler/neurok.html) - Neuroscience for Kids is an interactive Web site dedicated to improving knowledge in the area of the nervous system. It provides interesting tutorials on the brain and the central nervous system along with experiments and activities for all students.

Interactive Web Sites on Animals/Insects

 

 

Horse Country (http://www.horse-country.com/) - An excellent site for young adults on all things equine and equestrian, Horse Country features "Cyberbarn" interactive games that introduce kids to science, math, and technology through their interest in horses; pen pal pages; chat; and an e-mail journal maintained by young adults. Includes links to "Vet Rap" and information and photos on the horse in history, sport, art, and science.

Journey North (http://www.learner.org/jnorth/) - A free online educational service, by the Annenberg Foundation and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, Journey North "engages students in a global study of wildlife migration and seasonal change" each spring. Students share field observations with classrooms across the North America and scientists "provide expertise directly to the classroom." It also presents challenging questions and online lesson plans for teachers.

Netfrog: The Online Dissection (http://curry.edschool.virginia.edu/go/frog/Frog2/) - An award-winning interactive site designed to teach high school students the anatomy of a frog and how to dissect it. "Each page explores a step in the frog dissection process, beginning with the materials set up, and concluding with a review and quiz. Each step is illustrated with images and links to additional facts, movies and activities."

The Wonderful World of Insects (http://www.earthlife.net/insects/six.html) - Search for bugs, learn about basic insect anatomy, find out about the various insect orders, or obtain a care sheet on commonly kept species.

Interactive Web Sites on Astronomy

 

 

Chandra X-Ray Observatory Center (http://chandra.harvard.edu/edu/index.html) - "A searchable site devoted to the new X-ray space observatory launched into space in 1999. The Field Guide includes information about X-ray astronomy and discusses cosmic X-ray sources such as our sun, black holes, neutron stars, and galaxy clusters." There is also a Resource section for teachers, parents, and children (middle to high school) that includes a glossary, handouts and illustrations, links, and an interactive sky map.

Constellations and their Stars (http://www.astro.wisc.edu/~dolan/constellations/) - Explains what constellations are, lists stars and constellations alphabetically, by month, and by catalog number. Also includes interactive star charts, a bibliography of star myths from various cultures, and a brief explanation of the myths behind the names of constellations. The author, Chris Dolan, is a graduate student in astronomy at the University of Wisconsin.

Interactive Web Sites on Botany/Nutrition

 

 

Nutrition Center (http://www.martindalecenter.com/Nutrition.html) - Part of Martindale's "Virtual Medical Center" library, this site lists an enormous number of nutrition resources organized under the following sections: Nutrition Journals; Nutrition Overview (dictionaries, calculators, etc.); Interactive Databases, Courses, & Tutorials; Cooking Tools Demonstrations & Recipes; Beverages; and general Nutrition Resources. Everything is on one page and it has a lot of valuable extraneous material.

VegSource Interactive (http://www.vegsource.com/) - "The mission of VegSource is to offer the most up to date health and diet information possible, and to encourage the many good reasons for a plant-based diet." They provide "24-hour-a-day support via discussion boards, live chats, and e-mail" to help those interested in beginning or maintaining a vegetarian or vegan lifestyle.

Interactive Web Sites on Chemistry

 

 

General Chemistry Online (http://antoine.frostburg.edu/chem/senese/101/index.shtml) - "An introductory, searchable guide to chemistry that includes hyperlinked notes and guides for first semester chemistry, as well as articles. There is also a searchable glossary of over 1,000 terms, over 400 FAQs and a trivia quiz. The Toolbox provides interactive graphing, a pop-up periodic table, and water/gas calculators. Additionally, Tutorials contains self-guided tutorials, quizzes, and drills on specific topics. There is also a database of 800 common compound names, formulas, structures, and properties."

Chemistry.org (https://portal.acs.org/portal/acs/corg/memberapp) - This chemistry site from the American Chemical Society (ACS) provides valuable information for chemistry professionals, educators, and students at all levels. It also provides access to ACS print publications, chemistry news, jobs, lesson plans, "Molecule of the Week," and an interactive periodic table. Check out the "Educators & Students" tab, with its K-8 (including "WonderNet" for elementary school kids), high school, and college & graduate sections for more activities.

Interactive Web Sites on Environment

 

 

Planet Earth Guide (http://dsc.discovery.com/guides/planetearth/planetearth.html) -"Up-to-date information on any kind of disaster you can think of happening throughout the world this week: temperature extremes; oil spills; earthquakes; wildfires; endangered birds, whales, and land animals; floods; landslides; tornadoes; volcanoes; pollution; cyclones; toxins; diseases; heat; rain; hail; & insects. Links to interactive Amazing Earth Games, where YOU control the forces of nature: Crumble California, Launch a Solar Flare at Earth, and more. From The Discovery Channel."

Virtual Courseware for Earth and Environmental Sciences (http://www.sciencecourseware.com/) - This project site, a collaboration of natural science faculty members and support staff at California State University, Los Angeles, develops Web-based lab activities that enhance the learning and teaching of Earth and Environmental Science topics for introductory college and high school courses. Virtual labs found at this site "are interactive where students learn by 'doing' and not just clicking and viewing:" Virtual Earthquake, River, Dating (geologic time), Global Warming, and more!

The Weather Channel (http://www.weather.com/) - For twenty-two years, The Weather Channel has brought timely weather info to the World. Now, you can interact with them on the Web to receive "current conditions and forecasts for cities World wide, along with local and regional radars." They also provide weather-related news, a weather glossary, a storm encyclopedia, and teacher resources and message boards to talk to others about the "science of meteorology."

Interactive Web Sites on Genetics

 

 

Gene Almanac (http://www.dnalc.org/home.html) - This site provides DNA from the Beginning, "an animated primer on the basics of DNA and heredity." The Resources section offers Bioservers, which allow for ... the use of computers to solve biological problems; Your Genes, Your Health--an encyclopedia of genetic disorders; the Biology Animation Library covering DNA concepts; and Nucleotide Sequences, complete nucleotide sequences for a set of plasmids. Requires RealPlayer and Shockwave.

Human Genome Project Information (HGMIS) (http://www.ornl.gov/sci/techresources/Human_Genome/home.shtml) - HGMIS is an award-winning site of the U.S. Department of Energy. Its purpose is to disseminate "information about the U.S. and worldwide Human Genome Projects," and it "offers a wealth of general research information on genetics and bioethics." The "About HGP" link will lead to yet more links, including a "Genetics 101" introduction, a glossary of terms, a list of acronyms, a FAQ section, and an extensive list of links to other genome web pages, including an "Ethical, Legal, Social Issues" section with links to journal articles on court actions.

Interactive Web Sites on Marine Sciences

 

 

OceanLink - An Interactive Information Page for the Marine Sciences (http://oceanlink.island.net/) - OceanLink is a marine science information page sponsored by the Bamfield Marine Station in British Columbia. Ocean Link is committed to marine education including career profiles, ocean info pages, and an ocean news learning resource package. Check out the Ask a Scientist section to contact a marine scientist.

WINDandSEA: The Oceanic and Atmospheric Sciences Internet Locator (http://www.lib.noaa.gov/docs/windandsea.html) - This site has over 1,000 reviewed and annotated links to science and policy sites, organized by topic. The "Current Topics" and "The Teachers' and Students' Corner" section have links to many National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Library sites and other educational and science sites.

Interactive Web Sites on Physical Sciences/General

 

 

Automotive Learning On-line (http://www.innerauto.com/) - An interactive and educational view of the automobile using Java applets. This program contains over one hundred illustrations of the automobile with graphics, animations, and thousands of descriptive links. Searchable through a keyword search feature, or image, animation, and text.

Bill Nye The Science Guy (http://www.billnye.com/flash.html) - Get the Demo of the Day, science news, TV episode guides, suggested readings, and many other science goodies, all straight from The Science Guy himself!

The Internet Public Library's A Science Fair Project Resource Guide (http://www.ipl.org/div/kidspace/projectguide/)- Need to enter a science fair or do a science experiment? This site has a ton of them to explore and will guide you to a variety of Web sites, "leading you through the necessary steps to successfully complete a science experiment."

Interactive Web Sites on Physics

 

 

Internet Plasma Physics Education Experience (http://ippex.pppl.gov/) - Interactive pages on matter, fusion, electricity, magnetism, and energy. There is also a fusion reactor and questions can be e-mailed to Ask a Physicist. The site's goal is to get students excited about science. Requires Shockwave and Java. For advanced middle school students and higher.

Physics 2000 (http://www.Colorado.edu/physics/2000/index.pl) - An informative and fun introduction to various aspects of physics using Java applets that allow learning through interaction. Some of the applets will be quite slow to load with a slower modem. From the Chemistry & Physics Depart. at the University of Colorado.

Visual Quantum Mechanics (http://phys.educ.ksu.edu/) - Designed to "introduce quantum physics to high school and college students who do not have a background in modern physics or higher level math." Utilizing Shockwave, "interactive computer visualizations and animations provide graphical descriptions of quantum effects." Properties of light emitting diodes, solar cells, and even glow-in-the-dark toothbrushes are explored.