June 2008
Structure of the Earth System
interactives for earth science
October 2007
Volcano Explorer
Build your own volcano and let the eruptions begin using Virtual Volcano. Learn about tectonic plates, ring of fire, and the earth's layers.
July 2007
Engineering Interact - Interactive science & engineering for 9-11 year olds
Designed for ages 9-11, these interactive investigations are perfect for differentiation. Investigations include Forces and Motion, Earth and Beyond, Electricity, Light, and Sound.
May 2007
www.joilearning.org - An Expedition to the Seafloor: Using Google Earth and Ocean Cores to Analyze Seafloor Spreading
(via)Using the technology Google Earth, students evaluate real data collected from the Deep Sea Drilling Project to discover evidence of seafloor spreading, and gain a historical perspective of science research.
Audience: Grades 5-8, 9-12
National Science Education Content Standards:
Standard D: Earth and Space Science
Standard E: Science and Technology
Standard G: History and Nature of Science
Keywords: seafloor spreading, plate tectonics, sediment, basement rock, Mid-Atlantic Ridge
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