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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Probability: Binomcdf Function Grades 9 10

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Learn about the binomial cumulative density.
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Physical Science: Nature of Technology

For Students 7th - 9th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Definition of technology and how technology evolves.
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DOGO Media

Dogo News: Batteries With Built in Fire Extinguisher Answer to Exploding Devices

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover the science and dangers behind exploding betteries in modern tech devices.
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Transom

Transom: A Showcase & Workshop for New Public Radio

For Students 9th - 10th
Transom.org presents the challenges in channeling new work and voices to public radio through the internet. Present your radio work and have it posted to the Transom internet site.
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Other

Aace: Conferences and Events

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE) posts upcoming events and conferences surrounding education technology. Some of the conferences featured are from the Society for Information Technology & Teacher...
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Other

The Awesome Library: Technology

For Students 9th - 10th
Awesome Library organizes carefully reviewed web resources. The Technology index explores a variety of resources such as: lesson plans, current events, integrating technology, technology items, and technology tools.
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Library of Congress

Loc: Library of Congress Blog

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore, read, and discuss provocative topics in history, culture, politics, technology, society, and so much more.
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Other

Engineering Uk

For Students 9th - 10th
Dedicated to educating the world about engineering, and promoting engineering concepts and projects, Engineering UK inspires people at all levels to pursue careers in engineering.
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Other

The Naked Scientists: Online Science Podcast and Science Radio Show

For Students 9th - 10th
An online science radio show and podcast covering STEM topics of technology, medicine, and science. Includes experiment ideas, current scientific research, science news, science book reviews, and so much more.
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Other

Ministry of Science and Innovation: Science Learning Hub

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Designed to support the effective teaching of science in New Zealand Schools, this portal provides resources to support teacher professional development. Science educators can find resources for content for their own learning, in...
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NASA

Nasa: Space Place

For Students 3rd - 5th
In this site you can explore, do and play games related to space, solar system, our planet and people and technology.
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European Space Agency

Estec External

For Students 9th - 10th
Home of the European Space Research and Technnology Center, part of the European Space Agency. Includes information on educational and career opportunities, events and conferences, space expos, and more.
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NBC

Msnbc: Upgrades to the Space Shuttle

For Students 9th - 10th
A great interactive that depicts the new additions that were made on the space shuttle after the Columbia disaster.
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National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

The Math Forum: Line Symmetry

For Teachers 3rd - 5th Standards
This site from The Math Forum is a great site if you are looking for activities to engage your students in learning about line symmetry. Peruse this collection of activities for one or two or four that would be right for your students....
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Other

Test Tube: Behind the Scenes in the World of Science

For Students 9th - 10th
A collection of science video shorts presented as raw video which are lightly edited to show what real scientists are like and how they work. Topics vary in many scientific fields.
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TryEngineering

Try Engineering: Can You Copperplate?

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Chemical engineering lesson plan investigates the processes of chemical plating and electroplating. Teams of students work together to devise a chemical system for plating metal objects with copper, then test and evaluate their findings...
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Read Works

Read Works: Telephones: Then and Now

For Teachers 1st - 2nd Standards
[Free Registration/Login Required] This short literary text passage is about how telephones have changed over the years. This passage is intended for guided practice and is designed to reinforce essential reading comprehension skills...
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Council for Economic Education

Econ Ed Link: Cost/benefit Analysis: Three Gorges Dam

For Teachers 6th - 8th
This activity will allow students to evaluate the costs/benefits of the Three Gorges Dam project on the Yangtze River in China. The purpose of this activity is to encourage students to look at a complex issue from differing viewpoints...
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Council for Economic Education

Econ Ed Link: Technology Video and Quiz

For Students 9th - 10th
Economics website for students presents information on technology, productivity and resources.
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Other

Abc News: Technology and Science

For Students 9th - 10th
ABC covers the latest news and events in computer technology and in science, and includes lots of related editorials and stories.
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BBC

Bbc Newsround: Samsung Fined for Fake Comments

For Students 2nd - 5th
Article reports that Samsung has recently been fined for hiring a company to post fake positive reviews about their products and negative comments about competitors' products online.
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Other

Smith College: Talk to Me

For Students 6th - 8th
Experience engineering by applying science and math in the service of humanity through a story. Read the online novel, interact with the characters, and explore some engineering concepts.
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University of Georgia

University of Georgia: Integrated Pest Management Basics

For Students 9th - 10th
Gives general info on Integrated Pest Management. Along with news, IPM contacts, publications, and related links. Also lists various subject areas to look into.
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Tech Target

What Is: Find a Tech Definition: Encyclopedia

For Students 9th - 10th
Students can explore a wealth of encyclopedic definitions and topics regarding the internet and computers with this resource.