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London Grid for Learning: History of Computing: A Brave New World

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource aims to teach the history of computing and the effect of landmark moments in computing history on today's world. Crosses different curriculum areas. Explanations of many of the world's significant computers were provided by...
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Smithsonian Institution

National Museum of Natural History: Arctic Science: Dna and the Peopling of Siberia

For Students 9th - 10th
Scientists from the University of Arizona are conducting Y chromosome research on native Siberians to try to determine whether there is a genetic affinity to North American native people. The rationale and direction of this research are...
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Northwestern University

Block Museum of Art: Anatomy of Gender (Early Anatomical Drawings)

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the history of anatomical drawing as a means to sientific exploration of the body and in relation to gender issues, in this exhibit information from "Anatomy of Gender; Early Anatomical Drawings" at the Block Museum of art.
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Museum of Ancient Greek Technology

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a virtual exhibition of inventions from ancient Greece that have been reconstructed by Kostas Kotsanas after over two decades of study and research. Click on 'The Museum' link at the top of the page to read an explanation and to...
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National High Magnetic Field Laboratory

Magnet Academy: Electrocardiograph 1903

For Students 9th - 10th
If TV medical dramas have taught us anything, it's how to recognize the heart's characteristic peaks and valleys crawling across monitors in emergency rooms. These images represent the electrical activity of the beating heart as recorded...
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National Museum of American Jewish History: Only in America Hall of Fame

For Students 9th - 10th
Highlights well-known Jewish Americans who have made significant contributions to their fields in the arts, sciences, business, religion, sports, law, and politics. The public votes for those individuals they feel should be inducted into...
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University of Florida

Florida Museum: 400 Years of Florida Shipwrecks

For Students 9th - 10th
Exhibition from Florida Museum demonstrates that the waters surrounding Florida are treacherous indeed! The site identifies famous shipwrecks from as far back as 1559. Artifacts and pictures abound.
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Denver Museum of Nature and Science: Ancient Denvers

For Students 9th - 10th
What did Denver look like millions of years ago? Find out the answer to this and see how it has changed over time. There is also a list of parks to visit in Colorado.
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American Museum of Natural History

American Museum of Natural History: Five Tools and Processes for Translating the Ngss Into Instruction and Classroom

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
The Five Tools and Processes for Translating the NGSS are designed to help professional development leaders work with teachers on curriculum, instruction, and assessment as they achieve this vision. Click the link for each tool for an...