Education
Education
Education Links
- The Why Files Well-researched, educational descriptions of the actual science behind current news stories. From the University of Wisconsin, supported by the National Institute for Science Education of the NSF.
- UniSci: Daily University Science News Daily newsletter of latest-breaking stories in science from major research institutions, with annotated headlines linked to in-depth articles and editorials.
- Biology at Galludet University Describes courses, faculty, special programs, degree programs.
- Inner Learning Welcome to human anatomy on-line, a place for fun, interactive and educational views of the human body.
- Tri-Beta National Biological Honor Society A society for students, particularly undergraduates, dedicated to improving the understanding and appreciation of biological study & extending boundaries of human knowledge through scientific research.
- BIOMATERIA Publishing Company, Inc. Biology, nutrition, & human sexuality educational publications.
- Secondary Science Revision for GCSE Science and Science worksheets for Key Stage Three(UK)
- Dirtland Explains the role of microbes in soil and in plant growth.
- Eye Illusions Contains many optical illusions and pictures to trick the eyes.
- Incubation and Embrology A hands-on project that teaches science and respect for life.
- Digital Anatomist Interactive Atlases Interactive Atlases show views of organs reconstructed from slices.
- BioQUEST Curriculum Consortium This project actively supports an extended network of educators interested in the reform of undergraduate biology. Collaborative efforts with other educational groups, links to the BioQUEST staff, current activities, resources such as the BioQUEST Library, and other projects of interest are found here.
- Preparing Our Children: Math and Science Education in the National Interest "The National Science Board (NSB), charged with advising the President and the Congress on national science policy, urges a nation-wide consensus on a core of knowledge and competency in mathematics and science. The Board believes it is both possible and imperative to develop national strategies that serve the national interest while respecting local responsibility for K-12 teaching and learning" (Executive Summary).
- Optical Illusions Some classic optical illusions.
- Sighting the First Sense - Seeing is Believing Offers a breadth of educational tools and resources regarding sight and visual perception. Loaded with interactivity.
- Research Link 2000 A three year project that brought together biology faculty from colleges and universities to select, develop and disseminate a group of field-tested, research-based systems and instructional materials for introductory biology courses. Its major objective is to promote research activities by students and faculty on all levels of the undergraduate curriculum.
- Association for Biology Laboratory Education A group dedicated to enhancing undergraduate education via improved laboratory instruction.
- Indigo Instruments Science and educational products, including dissecting kits, molecular models, software, and scientific glassware.
- Chlamydomonas Teaching Center Devoted to the use of Chlamydomonas in undergraduate teaching and research.
- OAC Biology This site gives an overview of the OAC Biology (Advanced Placement) course. The units covered are biochemistry, energy and the living cell, photosynthesis, genetics, and the theory of evolution.
- BBC ONline Many areas of science including biology are represented. Current articles are about recent events or discoveries.
- BioAnim Educational site and software for biology and medicine in high and secondary schools. Provides animations of biological processes (in VRML format).
- "Bugs" in the News! Information & links on all kinds of viruses & bacteria-a good reference site for middle school students from the Univ. of Kansas.
- Science Explained Topical info. from an experienced science teacher, including reviews and recommendations of educational books and web sites.
- National Association of Biology Teachers (NABT) Works to promote biology education and educators through publications, workshops and awards for excellence.
- BioScience Research Tool: Education Excellent specialized directory of online tools and resources, "selected by BioScientists for BioScientists".
- Science & Mathematics Initiative for Learning Enhancement (SMILE) Program Biology Index About 200 K-12 lesson plans for Anatomy & Physiology, Zoology, Botany, Microbiology, Genetics, Environmental Studies & Ecology, Biochemistry, and General Biology.
- The School Page - The Ultimate Biology Page Extensive directory of educational Biology sites.
- The MAD Scientist Network Ask-A-Scientist, fun educational activities, and information resources - from Washington Univ.-St. Louis.
- NBII Educational Resources Links to biological resources and information of interest to teachers, students, and others categorized by educational level from K thru college - from the National Biological Information Infrastructure.
- Reptiles and Amphibians On keeping reptiles and amphibians as pets.
- DNA Science Course for High School Teachers University of Wisconsin, Dept. of Genetics offers a 2 credit, 2 week, course for teachers grades 9-14 on DNA Science.
- Little Monsters Under the Microscope Mites, ticks and other little bugs. A 1998 ThinkQuest Finalist.
- MindQuest - Biology Educational resources in the biological sciences designed for high school through college - level students. Materials are available for personal use by students or classroom use by instructors.
- Life The science and issues behind modern biological research.
- Action Bioscience-promoting bioscience literacy Actionbioscience examines current issues on environment, biodiversity, genomics, biotechnology, evolution, biology in the new millenium, and science education. Peer-reviewed articles are accepted from scientists and educators.
- Amazing Biology Facts and Trivia Great fun facts and trivia relating to biology.
- BioChemNet A guide to the best biology and chemistry educational resources on the web, featuring a weekly updated "News & Reviews" section.
- BBC Animal Zone Natural history news and views, chats, quizzes, forums, wildlife, nature, conservation, animals, features and information from the BBC Natural History Unit.
- Neuroscience for Kids Intended for elementary and secondary school students and teachers who are interested in learning more about the nervous system and brain.
- Beyond Bio 101: The Transformation of Undergraduate Biology Education Describes the remarkable changes taking place in American undergraduate biology education; a report by the Howard Hughes Medical Institute.
- Journal of Natural Resources and Life Sciences Education Annual publication covering all disciplines in the life sciences, natural resources, and agriculture. By and for educators in extension, universities, industry, administration, and grades K-16. Articles include research, notes, case studies, software, slide sets, letters, editorials, profiles, and media reviews.
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