Other
Encyclopedia.com: Social Security
This site gives a description of the term social security and sites specific examples in different countries, including the U.S. Covers four sections: introduction, in other countries, in the United States, bibliography.
Other
University of North Carolina: Autism Resources
A huge resource with information on autism, organizations, medical research, behavior modification, references, vocational rehabilitation, parent training, and more. Click on the US map for resources by state.
Other
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources: Largemouth Bass
This "snapshot" of large mouth bass emphasizes its desirability as a sport fish, and its habitats and feeding patterns.
US Department of Labor
Bureau of Labor Statistics: West Region
The Bureau of Labor Statistics site provides Labor Market data, Consumer Price Index, and Employment Cost Index for the Western Region of the United States.
US Department of Agriculture
Economic Research Service: Connecticut
This site provides a state fact sheet on Connecticut from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. You will find information on the population, farm characteristics, and top commodities and exports.
Agriculture in the Classroom
National Agriculture in the Classroom: A Look at California Agriculture [Pdf]
Use this one-page PDF document for a concise summary of the agricultural industry in Calfornia. Learn about the state's climate, soil, crops, and animals in short, easy-to-read bulletted lists.
US Department of Labor
Bureau of Labor Statistics: u.s. Economy at a Glance
The seven major economic indicators for the U.S. economy are listed here in an easy to read chart. The seven indicators are unemployment rate, change in hourly employment, average hourly earnings, consumer price index, producer price...
Other
Illinois Department of Natural Reserve: Prophetstown History
This resource provides background historical information of the creation of Prophetstown.
Other
Der: Soil Technician Classification Specification [Pdf]
This site from the Wisconsin Department of Employment Relations provides a job description for soil technician with the State of Wisconsin, and it includes duties and qualifications. (2003)
Other
Ctdol: Employment Interviewing
This site is provided for by the Connecticut Department of Labor. In a labor market where there are many qualified candidates competing for the same position, how you do on the interview can often determine whether you get the job. Use...
Other
West Nile Encephalitis Website
This site by the the Pennsylvania Department of Health offers information on the West Nile Virus and the encephalitis it causes.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Safety in the Science Lab
Students, working in groups, write and produce a video on laboratory safety. This can be done as an interdisciplinary activity with the English and/or drama departments.
Other
Eyes of the Army: Photographs From the Meuse Argonne Offensive
Find five photographs, and a description, of the battlefield in the Meuse-Argonne Offensive, the last major offensive of World War I. From a collection presented by the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: What Is Commerce and Information Technology
Students will set up a kiosk which has been created to display a multimedia presentation about the school's Commerce and Information Technology Department and student organizations. The kiosk demonstration may take place during the...
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Lyndon Johnson and the Great Society
Lyndon B. Johnson ascended to the presidency after the assassination of President Kennedy in 1963. With a year to go until the election of 1964, LBJ appropriated Kennedy's "New Frontier" and transformed this agenda into his "Great Society."
US Navy
U.s. Navy Homepage
The official homepage for the U.S. Navy. Offers student: What's New, Organization, Status, Ships, Images, and more. The "Ships" category is especially interesting!
US Department of State
American Life: Discontent and Reform
This article from the US Department of State, "USA History in Brief," reviews the reasons for and results of Progressivism in the early 20th century.
Curated OER
Best of the Web 2007 Winner
This website is the portal for information put out by the North Carolina State Board and the Department of Public Instruction. In addition to the usual information on curriculum, employment and licensing, reports, events, and assessment,...
Curated OER
Nc School Report Cards
This website is the portal for information put out by the North Carolina State Board and the Department of Public Instruction. In addition to the usual information on curriculum, employment and licensing, reports, events, and assessment,...
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Graduate
This website is the portal for information put out by the North Carolina State Board and the Department of Public Instruction. In addition to the usual information on curriculum, employment and licensing, reports, events, and assessment,...
Curated OER
Education Directory
This website is the portal for information put out by the North Carolina State Board and the Department of Public Instruction. In addition to the usual information on curriculum, employment and licensing, reports, events, and assessment,...