By the end of this section, you will be able to do the following:
Identify the shared characteristics of the natural sciences
Summarize the steps of the scientific method
Compare inductive reasoning with deductive reasoning
Describe the goals of basic science and applied science
Learn the basics of chemical reactions in this video. Understand that products and reactants can be reversible or irreversible depending on the reaction. [9:12]
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Learn the basics of the conservation of energy in this video. Learn about potential and kinetic energy. [10:57]
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Paul Andersen introduces Anatomy and Physiology in this podcast. He starts by describing how the form of an object fits the function. He then explains the themes of homeostasis and hierarchy. He describes the four major types of tissues; epithelial, muscle, nervous and connective. [11:25]
Oliver Goldsmith published several critiques of audiences and playwrights before writing a laughing comedy that was the triumph of its season and that continues to be performed today. This article introduces "She Stoops to Conquer", which uses satire to explore divisions between city and countryside, men and women, and rich and poor.
A tip sheet on how to write and develop an introduction to a research paper.
The adage, "The nation goes as Ohio goes," is a reflection upon Ohio's key status when it comes to presidential elections and campaigns. But why is that the case? What is so special about Ohio? Our journey begins here. [1:46]
Briefly explains how the introduction and the conclusion work together. Then gives bulleted lists dealing with the introduction and conclusion separately. The conclusion list explains how to make a conclusion go beyond a mere summary statement. This page links to examples of student-written introductions and conclusions. W.9-10.2f Conclusion, W.9-10.5 Writing Process, W.11-12.1e Argument Conclusion, W.11-12.2f Conclusion
A screencast lesson explaining common errors when writing an introduction and how to avoid them. [8:19]
Learn about online safety and security while building a blog. Time to complete: 45-90 minutes
The resource explores the Earth. There are tutorials on plate tectonics, plates and boundaries, and the Earth's structure. There is also an introduction and an interactive activity to test the students on skills taught.
Overview of the types of energy, and how it can be stored and released.
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This comprehensive study guide covers the main terms and concepts needed for an earth science unit on energy resources. Review questions are included at the bottom of the study guide.
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Explains what groundwater is, aquifers, recharge, and fossil water.
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Describes groundwater.
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This comprehensive study guide covers the main terms and concepts needed for an earth science unit on groundwater. Review questions are included at the bottom of the study guide.
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Get an overview of the estate tax. [10:46]
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Introduce students to evolution, variation in a population, and natural selection. This video highlights the relationships between evolution and natural selection as well as natural selection and variation. [17:39]
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This pathway provides an introduction to LabXchange, how it can support learners and educators, and the types of content you can find on LabXchange.
An introduction to the concept that energy cannot be created nor destroy, but can only change form. [9:18]
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