Curated OER
Bottled Water Ban
Convenience, taste, portability ... what's not to love about bottled water? Apparently, a lot. Scholars analyze the four main arguments supporting and opposing the sale of bottled water. They explore the health, environmental, and...
Vanier College
Analyzing Short Stories/Novels
Good questions can help focus readers' attention on the elements writers use to add depth to their stories. The questions on this worksheet do just that and encourage readers to think critically about a story and author's purpose.
ProCon
President Bill Clinton
Was Bill Clinton a good president? Scholars set out to answer the question as they prepare for a class debate on the topic. They watch videos, review pros and cons, and read facts about the process of becoming a United States president....
Curated OER
Reflection and Refraction
What is a prism? A place for light waves that commit minor refractions! The thorough resource includes three hands-on investigations covering light reflection and refraction; mirrors, lenses, and images; and optical systems. Subject...
ProCon
Drone Strikes Overseas
Should the United States continue the practice of using drone strikes abroad? Readers explore the top pro and con arguments in preparation for a debate or discussion about the topic. They read about the history of drone strikes, view a...
Nemours KidsHealth
Male Reproductive System
Young pupils are introduced to the male reproductive system, the process of reproduction and conception through worksheets, discussion, and instructional guidance.
PBS
Technology: Conveniences and Consequences
It's a delicate balance—using technology to improve our lives while still protecting the environment, and ourselves, from the hazards of technology use. Class members examine statistics about the increase in media use, complete a survey...
CPO Science
Science Worksheets
If you need an array of worksheets to augment your science lessons, peruse a collection of assignments that is sure to fit your needs. With topics such as metric conversion, the scientific method, textbook features, research skills,...
ProCon
Sanctuary Cities
Should sanctuary cities receive federal funding, or do they defy federal laws? That is precisely the question scholars attempt to answer as they prepare for a class discussion or debate. After reading some brief background information,...
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Foreign Economic Relations
Exports were the key to South Korea's industrial expansion. Until 1986 the value of imports was greater than exports. This situation was reversed, however, in 1986 when South Korea registered a favorable balance of trade of US$4.2...
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Other
The International Linear Collider: Gateway to the Quantum Universe [Pdf]
This fascinating report describes the planned International Linear Collider, a particle accelerator, and explains how it will work and the scientific rationale behind it. Much of the material is presented in relatively easy to understand...
Other
International Committee for Egyptology: Global Egyptian Museum: Glossary
A glossary of more than 400 terms related to the study of ancient Egypt. Each term is accompanied by descriptive text and an image, and some have a video component.
Other
International Activities: Nicaragua
Contains a summary of the U.S. foreign relations with Nicaragua during Carter's presidency. Focuses mainly on the U.S.'s monitoring of elections.
Council of Foreign Relations
Council on Foreign Relations: The Globalization of Politics
September 11 signaled the end of the age of geopolitics and the advent of a new age- the era of global politics. The challenge U.S. policymakers face today is to recognize that fundamental change in world politics and to use America's...
National Archives (UK)
Learning Curve: Kennedy and the Cuban Missile Crisis
This resource provides information about Cuba's history and Castro's rise to power, the development of the relationship between Cuba and the USSR, a description of the events of the crisis, Kennedy's response to the discovery of Soviet...
Other
Leadership in Ed: Brain Research Relates to Rigor/relevance/relationship [Pdf]
This resource is a whitepaper, published by International Center for Leadership in Education, informing the reader how brain research relates to the three R's (Rigor, Relevance, and Relationship). Requires Adobe Reader. [PDF]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Ap Us History: 1890 1945: The Us in Wwi: The League of Nations
Discusses the background to establishing the League of Nations, its role in facilitating peace negotiations, and why it ultimately failed to prevent World War II. Explains why the United States never joined it and how the United Nations...
Other
The Human Right to Freedom From Discrimination
This site discusses the "human right to freedom from any distinction, exclusion, restriction or preference based on gender, race, color, national or ethnic origin, language, religion, political or other opinion, age, or any other status,...
Arizona State University
Alberto Rios, Arizona State U.: Glossary of Rhymes
This is a very extensive list of rhymes that "Occur frequently in discussions of poetry and critical writing, but not with absolute consistency." All have definitions, and many have examples. They are organized into five categories:...
Other
Website Builders: Intranet Definition: The Interactive Glossary
This resource provides a definition of "intranet" from a comprehensive, user-friendly glossary of terms related to the internet.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Saint Lawrence Seaway
This site looks at the history, locks, dimensions, ecology, international trade, and tourism related to the St. Lawrence Seaway in Canada.
Other
Corning Optical Fibers
Corning serves as a leader in optical fiber technology and this website provides information about the uses of optical fibers in medical imaging, communication, etc., as well as industry news and related resources.
Math Open Reference
Math Open Reference: Acute Triangle
Explore acute triangles with this handy reference guide. Provides a detailed definition and an interactive activity that enhances further explanation. Includes links to related topics.
Hans Lohninger
Photo Globe: Uruguay
Explores general country facts about Uruguay in a well organized chart form. Content includes: geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues. This site is enriched by links to...