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Please be aware that the GCSEC does not endorse or recommend any of the following - they are listed simply for your information.
The Fredonia Central School District provides links to sites in Earth Science (Weather, Volcanoes, Oceans, Earthquakes, Astronomy and Space, and Other Earth Science Information), Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Interdisciplinary. http://168.169.1.50/Science.html
Kinetic City Super Crew http://kineticcity.com
Annenberg/CPB Science and Math Activities http://www.learner.org/collections/mathsci/resources/activities/
Detroit Science Center "Fun Stuff" http://www.sciencedetroit.org/fun.html
Science NetLinks http://www.sciencenetlinks.com
The Tech Museum Online http://www.thetech.org/exhibits_events/online/
The San Francisco Exploratorium's Science of Hockey
"At this site, users can read about National Hockey League players and coaches from the San Jose Sharks, as well as physicists and chemists. The site is divided into seven sections, the first of which discusses ice and several of the qualities that make ice a unique playing surface. Players and scientists discuss differences between 'fast ice' and 'slow ice' and a chemist explains why ice is slippery. The second section investigates the mechanics of skating on ice, while the third section describes technological advances in hockey equipment such as carbon-graphite sticks, aluminum shafts, and fiberglass/kevlar goalie masks. The fourth section deals with the reaction time and reflexes of NHL goalies. The Shooting section explains how hockey players are able to shoot the puck more than 100 miles per hour. Mathematical formulas are used to show how much force is generated during a check between two players. The final section talks about physical fitness, nutrition, and the chemistry of lactic acid production. (ENC Focus: Informal Mathematics and Science Education, 5(2), 1998) http://www.exploratorium.edu/hockey/
The San Francisco Exploratorium's Cow's Eye Dissection
"Part of the Science Learning Network, the site simulates, in a step-by-step fashion, the experience of a laboratory dissection. From the home page, users may access and view a dissection of a cow's eye, receive hints and tips from student Explainers who have previously performed other dissections, and review a primer that provides more information on the various parts of the eye. Links are available to other eye data sites, such as one that features vision science facts, and to a biological supply house where cow eyes and other supplies may be ordered." (ENC Focus: Informal Mathematics and Science Education, 5(2), 1998) http://www.exploratorium.edu/learning_studio/cow_eye/index.html
The San Francisco Exploratorium each month presents "ten cool science, art, and education sites" that might be of interest. The site also provides access to some four hundred previous recognized sites. http://www.exploratorium.edu/learning_studio/sciencesites.html
The Franklin Institute's The Heart: A Virtual Exploration "This Web site illustrates the heart and the complexities of its development and structure. Provided are descriptions of blood and blood vessels and of body systems such as circulatory, pulmonary, and excretory systems. The site also discusses how to monitor a heart's health using echocardiography and electrocardiography. Visitors can learn about the history of heart science, the importance of exercise and diet, and the different heart diseases. Included also are links to other Web sites that provide related resources and activities." (ENC Focus: Informal Mathematics and Science Education, 5(2), 1998) http://www.fi.edu/biosci/heart.html
The Franklin Institute's Passport to Africa
"Based on the Africa Exhibit at the Franklin Institute, which ran from February to May, 96, this Web site describes the culture, geography, science, and politics of the African continent. Real-life settings, hands-on activities, multimedia presentations, and African artifacts illuminate present West, Central, East and North Africa, and the African Diaspora during various historical periods. The Itinerary page allows the user to examine the geography, culture, history and language of many African countries, including Benin, Cameroon, Zaire, and Kenya. Users may also access maps, art exhibits, and the Ethnologue, a catalog of the world's languages." (ENC Focus: Informal Mathematics and Science Education, 5(2), 1998) http://www.fi.edu/tfi/info/current/africa/africa.html
The Franklin Institute's The Philadelphia Inquirer's Health & Science Magazine
"This site offers enhanced reprints of feature stories from a weekly section of The Philadelphia Inquirer that covers current topics in science and medicine. Background information, teacher resources, multimedia, and interactivity are added to the articles, providing a continually changing source of science news for classroom use. Sample topics include: studies of the fruit fly to discover the link between human behavior and genes; the genetics of diabetes; the environmental impact of a hydrogen powered car; and the use of computer mating by zoos to propogate endangered species. Each article contains links to additional Internet sites for supplemental teacher resources and student activities." (ENC Focus: Informal Mathematics and Science Education, 5(2), 1998) http://www.fi.edu/inquirer/inquirer.html
Theatre of Electricity
"This site, maintained by the Boston Museum of Science, explores the topic of electricity as it applies to Van de Graaff generators, Tesla coils, and lightning. Directions are provided for many simple experiments involving static electricity, such as making a simple electroscope and determining which objects will be attracted by charged balloons. The history and use of the Van de Graaff generator are explored using pictures, file clips, and text. Lightning and Benjamin Franklin's kite experiment are discussed, followed by a tutorial on how lightning forms and what makes a car a safe place to be during a lightning storm." (ENC Focus: Informal Mathematics and Science Education, 5(2), 1998) http://www.mos.org/sln/toe/toe.html
Science Whatzit http://www.omsi.edu/online/whatzit/home.html
A site with links in the categories of Life, Earth/Space, Physics and Fun is http://www.treca.ohio.gov/schools/upper/actt/science_links.html
The GCSEC needs several volunteers to regularly search for and evaluate on-line science and math activities for grades 3-12 and their parents to study together. Please let us know if you would be willing to volunteer for this.
The GCSEC needs several volunteers to define and describe monthly science and math activities. If you would be willing to help with this activity, please let us know.