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ERIC Clearinghouse for Science, Mathematics, and Environmental Education Open in a new browser window  
   Goal is to provide access to information for teaching and learning about science, mathematics, and the environment.
   http://www.ericse.org/
Frank Potter's Science Gems Open in a new browser window  
   Resources are sorted by category and grade level.
   http://www.sciencegems.com/
Science Learning Network Open in a new browser window  
   Community of educators, students, schools, science museums and other institutions demonstrating a new model for inquiry science education. Site contains a variety of inquiry-posed problems, information, demonstrations, and labs.
   http://www.sln.org/
Leon M. Lederman Science Education Center Open in a new browser window  
   Located at Fermilab. Over twenty-five education programs aiming to develop habits of mind through inquiry.
   http://www-ed.fnal.gov/ed_lsc.html
Resources for Scientists Teaching Science Open in a new browser window  
   Creative teaching ideas from scientists, who also teach. Designed for instructors who are interested in teaching courses that use writing as a tool to engage students in active learning.
   http://instruct1.cit.cornell.edu/courses/taresources/
Instructional Materials for Science Educators (IMSE) Open in a new browser window  
   Sponsored by the SERVIT Group, part of the Department of Mathematics, Science, and Technology Education, North Carolina State University.
   http://www.ncsu.edu/imse/
ScienceNetLinks Open in a new browser window  
   Resource for K-12 science educators.
   http://www.sciencenetlinks.com/
Project 2061 Open in a new browser window  
   The American Association for the Advancement of Science's site on reforms of science, mathematics, and technology education.
   http://www.project2061.org/
K-12 Science Education Resources Open in a new browser window  
   From teacher Bill Beaty's homepages. Includes links, projects and lesson plans.
   http://www.eskimo.com/~billb/edu.html
NASA's Space Science Activities for Students Open in a new browser window  
   Space science activities for elementary and secondary students in astronomy, physics, life sciences, and space technology.
   http://ssdoo.gsfc.nasa.gov/education/kids.html
How Stuff Works Open in a new browser window  
   Explanations about form and function in science and technology.
   http://www.howstuffworks.com/
The Science Eye Open in a new browser window  
   Science and environmental education specialists offer science awareness through simulated classroom safaris for all ages.
   http://www.scienceeye.com
Journal of Young Investigators Open in a new browser window  
   Online journal dedicated to the presentation of undergraduate research in science, mathematics, and engineering.
   http://www.jyi.org/
The Exploration Network (EXN) Open in a new browser window  
   Discovery Channel Canada Online covers science, technology, nature and adventure.
   http://www.exn.ca/
Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) Open in a new browser window  
   Education and training programs in science.
   http://www.orau.gov/orise.htm
Science U Open in a new browser window  
   Interactive exhibits and multimedia articles and activities.
   http://www.ScienceU.com/
Royal Science Open in a new browser window  
   Learn about the various fields of science, what they are, and where to find more fun information.
   http://www.geocities.com/Athens/Forum/8424/science.html
BETR World Science and Computer Education Open in a new browser window  
   Offering information on classes and camps for science and computer education in Maryland and Virginia.
   http://betrworld.com
ScienceDaily Magazine Open in a new browser window  
   Free, advertising-supported online magazine that provides news about the latest discoveries and hottest research projects in everything from astrophysics to zoology.
   http://www.sciencedaily.com/
The Visible Human Explorer Open in a new browser window  
   This demonstration exhibits the user interface for remote access to the National Library of Medicine's Visible Human digital image library. Users can visualize the library, browse contents, locate data of interest, and retrieve desired images.
   http://www.nlm.nih.gov/research/visible/vhp_conf/north/vhedemo.htm
Science Resources Open in a new browser window  
   Large index of science related internet resources created by Nerd World Media.
   http://www.nerdworld.com/nw539.html
Toyota TAPESTRY Grant Open in a new browser window  
   Each year, the Toyota TAPESTRY Grants for Teachers program awards 50 grants of up to $10,000 each to K-12 teachers of science in the fields of environmental science and physical science applications. Toyota TAPESTRY projects demonstrate creativity, invol
   http://www.nsta.org/programs/tapestry/
Science Links Open in a new browser window  
   Reviews of a wide range of science-related sites for science students and teachers. Reviews indicate curriculum relevance of sites, age suitability and suggestions for use of sites in teaching science.
   http://www.teachers.ash.org.au/sciencelinks/
Sandlot Science Open in a new browser window  
   Interactive optical illusions, games, science projects, fun puzzles, and distortions.
   http://www.sandlotscience.com/
Hyperlinks (Science Education) Open in a new browser window  
   Science education links.
   http://magus.physics.georgetown.edu/~jkf/carhart/Educ.html
101 Science & Technology for Amateurs Open in a new browser window  
   Science and other technology subjects for home learning centers, amateur radio operators, and amateur scientists.
   http://www.101science.com/
Brainium Open in a new browser window  
   A curriculum-based, online environment where teachers and students can share ideas, experiments and activities.
   http://www.brainium.com
Science Olympiad Open in a new browser window  
   Purchase an instructional video that details essential elements of Science Olympiad's Wright Stuff (rubber band-propelled airplanes) competition.
   http://www.scienceolympiad.com/
Virtual World of Animated Gifs and Java Applets for Education Open in a new browser window  
   Promoting the use of animated gifs and Java applets in the teaching of science. The site has samples and shows how these may be incorporated into websites and PowerPoint slides for use in education.
   http://r_tai.tripod.com/
NASA Education Open in a new browser window  
   Links to all aspects of NASA's extensive education resources, including news, programs for children and adults, student resources, and calendar of events.
   http://education.nasa.gov
QEC Science Education Open in a new browser window  
   A diverse set of resources for science students and science educators dedicated to improving learning outcomes.
   http://www.qeced.net
Science Books and Films Open in a new browser window  
   The AAAS review journal for science materials for all ages, including reviews and recommendations for books, videos, software, and web sites.
   http://sbfonline.com
Candis Mitchell's Science Teacher's Site Open in a new browser window  
   Designed to help educators search for internet material appropriate for their classrooms.
   http://www.geocities.com/CapeCanaveral/Galaxy/5440
Every Child a Scientist Open in a new browser window  
   For those who want to take an active role in improving the science program in their schools.
   http://bob.nap.edu/readingroom/books/evchild/
SwRI's Lighter Side Open in a new browser window  
   Engineers and scientists are available to answer questions. The site also features an archive of past enquiries.
   http://www.swri.org/10light/home.htm
Science Online Open in a new browser window  
   Dictionary of scientific terms and scientists and science news. In French but with access from English terms.
   http://www.sciences-en-ligne.com
Experiences of the Twentieth Century Saga Open in a new browser window  
   The site provides useful resources on mathematics and physics.
   http://kr.cs.ait.ac.th/~radok/
Negashte Open in a new browser window  
   A student magazine from Tehran, with mathematics and physics content. In both Iranian and English.
   http://negashte.tripod.com
Bill Nye the Science Guy Open in a new browser window  
   Online science laboratory. Includes learning activities and show information.
   http://www.billnye.com/
Sonoma State University Educational Resources Open in a new browser window  
   A combination of lesson plan sites and resource links for physics, astronomy, and related fields.
   http://www.phys-astro.sonoma.edu/people/faculty/tenn/Educational.html
Physchem Open in a new browser window  
   Activities, lesson outline and assignments for level 10 to level 12 physics and chemistry classes (in high school).
   http://www.geocities.com/SoHo/Study/1190
Beyond Discovery Open in a new browser window  
   A series of articles that trace the origins of important recent technological and medical advances. Each story reveals the crucial role played by basic science.
   http://www.beyonddiscovery.org
Science Technologies Open in a new browser window  
   Our company develops multimedia instructional technologies for the sciences. This includes CDs and websites for textbooks. We specialize in Flash and Chime.
   http://sciencetechnologies.com
Science Teachers' Resource Center Open in a new browser window  
   Site is for science teachers to share ideas such as labs, demonstrations and any other information to which teachers wish to grant public access.
   http://chem.lapeer.org/
Science Education Links Open in a new browser window  
   References, resources and annotated links for secondary school science teachers and trainees. University of Sydney.
   http://alex.edfac.usyd.edu.au/Methods/Science/ScienceWWW.html
Extreme Science Open in a new browser window  
   Science news and activities with an emphasis on extremes.
   http://www.extremescience.com/
TryScience.org Open in a new browser window  
   Content is contributed by science centers and museums worldwide and constantly changes.
   http://www.tryscience.org/
Field Trips Open in a new browser window  
   Includes virtual science tours on nature topics. Includes related educational resources.
   http://www.field-trips.org/
The Sciences Explorer Open in a new browser window  
   Learn something new about math, biology, chemistry, and physics, and try innovative activities that introduce key concepts. An entry in the Thinkquest 97 contest.
   http://library.thinkquest.org/11771/english/hi/
Sciencefinder Open in a new browser window  
   A wealth of information for teachers and students of science, especially but not exclusively for British high schools.
   http://www.sciencefinder.co.uk
Science Master Image Galleries Open in a new browser window  
   Picture galleries containing a collection of images relating to science and nature topics.
   http://www.monkeytime.com/sciencemaster/galleries/galleries.php
ScienceMaster Open in a new browser window  
   Links to specific scientific disciplines. Offers features, columnists articles, homework helper, science topics for discussion, books and software links, downloads, and email.
   http://www.sciencemaster.com
Mike's Notes Open in a new browser window  
   In ezine format, the site provides a searchable database of back issues. Provides content on multiple science fields, together with hyperlinks for each topic.
   http://www.sciencearea.com/
Computers and Assessment in Science Education. ERIC Digest ED395770 Open in a new browser window  
   Discusses types of software applications used in scientific evaluations, underlying assumptions, issues which relate to validity, gender equity, instructional delivery, mode of user interface, and responsibility to the public.
   http://www.ed.gov/databases/ERIC_Digests/ed395770.html
The Great Web of Science Open in a new browser window  
   Providing links for science, astronomy, biology, chemistry, electronics, medicine, meteorology, oceanography,physics and space.
   http://www.imagine-Hawaii.com/science.html
Implementing Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Open in a new browser window  
   In addressing standards for science education, the North Central Regional Educational Laboratory discusses the critical issues involved. Includes overview, goals, strategies and pitfalls.
   http://www.ncrel.org/sdrs/areas/issues/content/cntareas/science/sc300.htm
Educational Resources Catalog Open in a new browser window  
   In addition to the catalog itself, links are provided to curriculum materials, professional development, software, visual and audiovisual classroom support, print material and online resources.
   http://www.lpi.usra.edu/education/ERC/resources.html
UVM Design Tasc Competition Open in a new browser window  
   Annual competition for high school students, in which math and physics concepts are put into practice.
   http://www.emba.uvm.edu/TASC
Ask Dr. Jekyl and Mr. Hyde Open in a new browser window  
   Answers to a variety of science and technology questions, including questions you never thought to ask.
   http://drjek2mrhy.tripod.com
UniServe Science Open in a new browser window  
   Disseminate information and innovative materials relating to science teaching throughout Australia. Contains tertiary and secondary school resources, publications, information on academic courses and professional development workshops, and discussion mail
   http://science.uniserve.edu.au/
Sci-Math WORLD: An Interactive Internet Workshop Open in a new browser window  
   Provides annotated Web links to relevant science and math subjects arranged as directories and portals, searchable sites, search engines, and interactive Web sites.
   http://library.rider.edu/scholarly/rlackie/sci/
ScienceAware Open in a new browser window  
   Offering downloadable safety checklists, quizzes, and other handouts, as well as access to other free lab-safety materials developed especially for high school science teachers and students.
   http://www.scienceaware.com
TeachOne Open in a new browser window  
   Has links for science teachers, biology teachers in particular, as well as general education links. Includes useful sites for lesson planning and searching the internet.
   http://teachone.tripod.com/
European Science & Technology Week Open in a new browser window  
   Demonstrates and explains the impact of science, its uses, and its applications in the daily lives of European citizens. Activities and events, aims and objectives, and news and press releases.
   http://www.cordis.lu/scienceweek/
Ed Quest Open in a new browser window  
   Includes guided links for students, lesson plans and references for teachers, as well as collaborative projects directed towards the middle school level.
   http://www.edquest.ca/
Middle School Physical Science Resource Center Open in a new browser window  
   Reviews of textbooks and other teaching materials, essays, newsletter, and forums. Suggestions for site improvements and future reviews welcomed. A project of North Carolina State University.
   http://www.science-house.org/middleschool/
The Science House at North Carolina State University Open in a new browser window  
   A learning outreach program with a mission to work with K-12 teachers to emphasize the use of hands-on learning activities in science and mathematics. Forum; annotated directory of links; and searchable resources for science, math and for hands-on activi
   http://www.science-house.org/
Did You Ever Wonder? Open in a new browser window  
   Each month a dozen questions are posed and answered by lab scientists on various topics on how things work in the natural world.
   http://www.lbl.gov/wonder/
ScienceIQ.com Open in a new browser window  
   A science fact sent by email each workday. Large online archive. Free trial subscription.
   http://scienceiq.com/
The Science Spot Open in a new browser window  
   Resource for educators and students. The Science Classroom and the Kid Zone are to make learning fun.
   http://sciencespot.net/
Illusion Works Open in a new browser window  
   A multimedia museum of optical and sensory illusions, with on-line demonstrations and explanations.
   http://psylux.psych.tu-dresden.de/i1/kaw/diverses%20Material/www.illusionworks.com/index.html
Cornell Theory Center Math/Science Gateway Open in a new browser window  
   Links to resources in mathematics and science for educators and students in grades 9-12.
   http://www.tc.cornell.edu/Edu/MathSciGateway/
BBC Science Open in a new browser window  
   A resource to many science topics currently in the news and links to sites on topics such as cloning, genetics, and electricity.
   http://www.bbc.co.uk/science/
The Third International Mathematics and Science Study Open in a new browser window  
   Responses to issues regarding 12th-Grade TIMSS.
   http://nces.ed.gov/timss/
The ENC Digital Dozen Open in a new browser window  
   Each month the Eisenhower National Clearinghouse selects a dozen useful math and science sites for teachers and students. Includes archives.
   http://www.enc.org/weblinks/dd/
Attaining Excellence Through TIMSS Open in a new browser window  
   Resources for learning about and discussing the Third International Mathematics and Science Study, including related reports, data and commentaries.
   http://www.enc.org/topics/assessment/timss/
Science Explained Open in a new browser window  
   Online science lessons on a wide variety of subjects, including the cloning of Dolly the sheep, the Montserrat volcano, water on the Moon, Martian fossils, and the "chicken flu."
   http://www.synapses.co.uk/science/index.html
World Wide Web Instructional Committee Open in a new browser window  
   An ad hoc group of North Dakota State University faculty dedicated to developing internet-based learning pages. Details the efforts of our group. Current projects include visual educational research in computer science, biology, geology, and anthropology
   http://wwwic.ndsu.edu/
Powers of Ten Open in a new browser window  
   Start 10 million light-years from the Milky Way galaxy and wind up face to face with a proton in Florida.
   http://microscopy.fsu.edu/primer/java/scienceopticsu/powersof10/index.html
Harvard-Smithsonian Center For Astrophysics - Science Education Department Open in a new browser window  
   Develops curricula, videos and activities to enhance learning of scientific topics. Includes list of projects and staff.
   http://cfa-www.harvard.edu/cfa/sed/
Microscopy Educational Resources for K-12 Education Open in a new browser window  
   These sites are especially helpful for bringing the Microworld into the class room. Many other resources are listed in the Guide to Microscopy.
   http://www.mwrn.com/feature/education.asp
Solution Archive Solutions of College Level Science Problems Open in a new browser window  
   Worked out answers to science problems, including advanced mathematics, physics, dynamics, computer science and chemistry.
   http://www.solutionarchive.org/
Sheppard's Science Resources Open in a new browser window  
   Over 800 links organized alphabetically in over 40 categories.
   http://www.can-do.com/uci/index.html
EOA Scientific Internet Campus Open in a new browser window  
   Find educational information and interactive multimedia resources in earth science,geology,oceanography,space science, astronomy, physical science, and remote sensing.
   http://www.eoascientific.com/prototype/newcampus/campus.html
PathFinder Science Network Open in a new browser window  
   Science education programs for students of all ages in biology, chemistry, and earth science. GIS and modeling technologies are used to study student collected data.
   http://pathfinderscience.net
Free Science Worksheets Open in a new browser window  
   Features over science labs for biology, chemistry, and physics, and numerous other printable note skeletons, graphic organizers, and worksheets.
   http://www.teach-nology.com/worksheets/science/
Whelmers Open in a new browser window  
   Includes activities that use everyday objects to illustrate mathematical principles.
   http://www.mcrel.org/whelmers/
MIT Council on Primary and Secondary Education Open in a new browser window  
   Offers programs for K-12 students and MIT students, and resources for parents and teachers as well as MIT alumni.
   http://web.mit.edu/cpse
Dive and Discover: Expeditions to the Seafloor Open in a new browser window  
   An interactive distance learning web site designed to immerse your students in the exciting process of deep-sea research and exploration.
   http://www.divediscover.whoi.edu/about.html
Teachers Experiencing Antarctica and the Arctic Open in a new browser window  
   Program that sponsors research experiences in the polar regions for U.S. elementary and secondary school teachers. Includes program information, journals and other reports from current and past participants, and related classroom activities.
   http://tea.rice.edu/
The GLOBE Program Open in a new browser window  
   A worldwide hands-on, primary and secondary school-based education and science program.
   http://www.globe.gov/fsl/welcome.html
Cute Science Open in a new browser window  
   Learning materials for include coloring books, audio lectures, videos and workbooks. Subjects covered are math, science, and HTML. Includes product list and online order form.
   http://www.CuteScience.com/
Department of Energy Science Education Programs Open in a new browser window  
   Internship and fellowship opportunities for undergraduate students and teachers related to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
   http://www.scied.science.doe.gov
Science Activities Manual: K-8 Open in a new browser window  
   "Hands-on" activities based on the National Science Education Standards. Covers many science topics.
   http://www.utm.edu/departments/ed/cece/SAMK8.shtml
Fun With Science Open in a new browser window  
   A professional geophysicist maintains this collection of resources for classroom demonstrations and hands-on exercises about physics, earth science, earthquakes, math and fun illusions. Includes videos of earthquake shake tables.
   http://www.jclahr.com/science/
K-12 Traveling Science Programs Open in a new browser window  
   Find a science assembly, workshop, exhibit, or mobile laboratory that can come to your school wherever you are.
   http://van.hep.uiuc.edu/van/links-Shows.htm
Science Friday Kids' Connection Open in a new browser window  
   Hyperlinked lesson plans, summaries, and related materials to topics previously discussed on the show.
   http://www.sciencefriday.com/kids/
The Gender & Science Digital Library (GSDL) Open in a new browser window  
   Aims to provide high-quality digital resources to help educators promote interest and engagement with STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) education by learners of all ages, particularly females; encourage learners to pursue science edu
   http://gsdl.enc.org/
SCORE Science Open in a new browser window  
   In addition to the Teacher's Place resources for teachers,the Kid's Corner has HOT links to science activities, and Ask A Scientist provides additional science resources for students.
   http://scorescience.humboldt.k12.ca.us
American Communications Foundation Newsource: Science & Technology Open in a new browser window  
   Assists the commercial broadcast news media in its coverage of science and technology, which is often under-reported because of staffing and budgetary restraints. Enhances the coverage by providing research, development and production of news stories free
   http://www.acfnewsource.org/archive/science.html
The Subaru National Science Teaching Awards Open in a new browser window  
   Designed to celebrate science educators who are catalysts in the classroom. Site also has science news,teaching resources, an idea exchange, and a science teacher survey.
   http://www.science.subaru.com/
U.S. Department of Energy Open in a new browser window  
   A friendly portal through which energy and science education resources can be accessed and enjoyed.
   http://www.energy.gov/engine/content.do?BT_CODE=KIDS
Planet Science Open in a new browser window  
   Designed to stimulate the imagination about science and technology. Provides science resources for primary and secondary school students and their teachers.
   http://www.planet-science.com
MSNucleus Open in a new browser window  
   Access to the K-12 Integrating Science, Math, and Technology Reference Curriculum is now FREE.
   http://www.msnucleus.org/curriculum/curriculum.html
Ig Nobel Prizes Open in a new browser window  
   Awards are intended to celebrate the unusual, the imaginative and spur people's interest in science, medicine, and technology. Includes list of winners, and information on publications and annual ceremony.
   http://www.improb.com/ig/ig-top.html
Howard Hughes Medical Institute Open in a new browser window  
   Publications, lab safety training videos, biomedical research and science education multi-media resources.
   http://catalog.hhmi.org/index.jsp
Advanced Placement Digital Library for Biology, Physics and Chemistry Open in a new browser window  
   An NSF funded Rice University Digital Library project that hosts free reviewed online resources, linked to the content outline, for AP and Pre-AP teachers and students of biology, physics and chemistry.
   http://apdl.rice.edu
Sciensational.com Open in a new browser window  
   Fun to read science facts and trivia presented in a very pleasant manner!
   http://www.sitesworld.com/sciensational/
The Bubblesphere Open in a new browser window  
   All about soap bubbles. Bubble blowing, solutions, history, fun, Java games, bubble machines and trivia.
   http://bubbles.org/
Elementary Science Program Open in a new browser window  
   Includes activity of the month for students and teachers of elementary science, as well as an archive of past activities, and resources.
   http://www.monroe2boces.org/programs.cfm?subsubpage=82&subpage=54
Institute for Mathematics and Science Education (IMSE) Open in a new browser window  
   Established to promote efforts to improve precollege and undergraduate education in the areas of mathematics and science. A hallmark of IMSE efforts is the collaboration of research mathematicians and scientists with education researchers and teachers.
   http://www.math.uic.edu/IMSE/
Sciencetechnician.com Open in a new browser window  
   The site for science technicians in schools, colleges and universities. Home of the SCITECH-L Discussion List, and Scitech Forums.
   http://www.sciencetechnician.com/
Massive Open in a new browser window  
   A searchable database for educational math and science songs to assist in rote learning.
   http://www.science-groove.org/MASSIVE/
Volcano World Open in a new browser window  
   Brings modern and near real-time volcano information to school kids.
   http://volcano.und.nodak.edu/
Synergy Learning, Inc. Open in a new browser window  
   Specializes in math, science and design technology for K-8 students. Encourages life-long learning in teachers, and educational techniques through on-site workshops, short courses. magazines, and supply list recommendations, using everyday concepts.
   http://synergylearning.org/
The Science Campus Open in a new browser window  
   A resource for science and technology courses. Online theory items, feedback forum.
   http://www.science-campus.com/
Athena Open in a new browser window  
   Earth and space science resources for K-12 from NASA. Features class exercises with data collecting and background information for each topic. Includes related links.
   http://vathena.arc.nasa.gov/
Science Shack at BBC Online Open in a new browser window  
   Get answers to science questions, look for experiments to do, and sample some free online courses.
   http://www.open2.net/scienceshack/