Provides a wealth of information about the origins of the World War I, and the maneuvers and alliances that took place in the years preceding it.
In this video from Penn State's School of Theatre production of Twelfth Night, Duke Orsino is pining away for Lady Olivia, but refuses to do anything about it. In addition, Olivia is mourning for her dead brother and has vowed to be chaste for seven years. Follow viewing with discussion questions, writing prompts, and class activities. [1:50]
A good description of the growth and changes in plants from the seed through the adult plant. College level discussion that includes the chemicals involved in the regulation of plant growth.
The Great Plains organization provides individuals, organizations, and governments with key information about the Great Plains environment through a resource pool of publications, reports, and government data.
Lesson plans and teachers' tools provided by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). Focus on developing empathy, open-mindedness, and global concern within your classroom.
How do political leaders solve political problems? This lesson is an example of how compromise is a vital part of our democracy. Students will be able to visually see the effects of the Three-Fifths Compromise on the United States House of Representatives and determine if the Three-Fifths Compromise fairly settled the problem of representation and slavery.
If you know a bit about using a mouse and keyboard but don't know your way around using a computer just yet, this is the class for you. Learn how to use a PC (Personal Computer) with the Windows 10 Operating System. This Beginner lesson is approximately 22 mins.
Learn about the anatomy of a tsunami in this video segment from Nature. Essay, discussion questions, and links to related information included. [1:19]
The lesson focuses on the book, Doggone Dogs by Karen Beaumont; illustrated by David Catrow. Students will focus on the illustrations in the book and how they enhance the text and offer more detail than the words.
Contains plans for four lessons that teach students how to write letters to the editor, including what one is, a review of persuasive writing and letter format, and the importance of writing many drafts. In addition to objectives and standards, this instructional plan contains links to sites used in the lessons as well as assessment and reflection activities.
An extensive overview of nuclear medicine and its history. Description of radiopharmaceuticals, imaging techniques, and diagnostic/therapeutic procedures.