MSP2 Middle School Portal 2 Math & Science Pathways
Teachers and Administrators, Training
MSP2 Middle School Portal 2 Math & Science Pathways
Created by the National Science Digital Library, this resource provides math and science pathways for middle school educators. On the mathematics pathway explore topics including geometry, probability, and math history. On the science pathway explore topics including life science, science and technology, and Earth and space science.
Subject: Education–Teachers & Administrators–Lesson Planning; Math And Science–Math And Science Resources For Parents & Teachers
Introduction to the eNLVM
Teachers and Administrators, Training
Introduction to the eNLVM
The eNLVM (National Library of Virtual Manipulatives) is a resource for math education funded by the National Science Foundation. Browse lessons and activities for students young and old created by the NLVM, or those created by other teachers. You can even create your own lesson plans.
Subject: Education–Teachers & Administrators–Lesson Planning; Math And Science–Math And Science Resources For Parents & Teachers
Shmoop: Study Guides, Teacher Resources
History of Arts and Humanities, Literature, Teachers and Administrators, Training
Shmoop: Study Guides, Teacher Resources
Find comprehensive and fun study guides for major works of literature, poetry and major events in US History. Also includes lesson plans and ideas for teachers.
Subject: Arts & Humanities–History–History By Region–North American History–United States History; Arts & Humanities–Literature–Criticism; Education–Teachers & Administrators–Lesson Planning; School And Homework Help–Homework Help–Subject Area Help—-English And Literature; School And Homework Help–Homework Help–Subject Area Help–History
NOAA Education Resources – Weather Observations
Meteorology/Climatology, Teachers and Administrators, Training
NOAA Education Resources – Weather Observations
This Educational Resource page contains educational plans, multimedia presentations, science fair ideas and links to current Doppler radar and satellite imagery. Daily work keeps citizens informed on the constant changes to the atmosphere and environment.
Subject: Science & Technology–Earth Sciences–Meteorology/Climatology; Education–Teachers & Administrators–Lesson Planning
Junior Engineering Technical Society (JETS)
Teachers and Administrators, Training
Junior Engineering Technical Society (JETS)
JETS is a national non-profit education organization dedicated to promoting education and professions in engineering to young people. The site features information for students to explore engineering and to assess their interest level and aptitude for jobs in engineering. The organization, which receives university and industry support, enables y …
Subject: Education–Teachers & Administrators; Clubs And Organizations–Academic; Technology
OBIS ??? The Ocean Biogeographic Information System
Teachers and Administrators, Training
OBIS ??? The Ocean Biogeographic Information System
???OBIS is a web-based provider of global geo-referenced information on marine species.??? Click on any point in the oceans of the world to see what marine creatures live there. Some of the organisms link to fact sheets from the Fisheries Global Information System. There is also an image library of photographs of marine life and lesson plans usi …
Subject: Science & Technology–Earth Sciences–Oceanography/Hydrology; Education–Teachers & Administrators; Science & Technology–Life Sciences–Marine Biology
Isabelle Jones
French, German, Language and Linguistics, Spanish, Teachers and Administrators, Training
Isabelle Jones
News, research, resources, and views on teaching foreign languages by a British language teacher who is fluent in English, French, Spanish, and German. Topics include learning and teaching techniques and relevant resources for language teachers.
Subject: Arts & Humanities–Language & Linguistics–Spanish; Arts & Humanities–Language & Linguistics–French; Arts & Humanities–Language & Linguistics–German; Education–Teachers & Administrators; Education Blogs
The Gateway to 21st Century Skills
Teachers and Administrators, Training
The Gateway to 21st Century Skills
This is a great site for teachers looking for lesson plans on a wide range of subjects. According to a review in WIRED, “GEM evaluates resources from federal, state, university, nonprofit, and commercial sites and compiles a database of lesson plans accessible through a simple search. There are currently over 140 organizations supplying over 7,000 …
Subject: Education–Teachers & Administrators–Lesson Planning; Teachers & Parents Corner
explore
Disabilities, Human Rights, Philanthropy and Social Service, Social Issues and Social Welfare, Teachers and Administrators, Training
explore
The website “explore” is “a multimedia organization that documents leaders around the world who have devoted their lives to extraordinary causes.” This site includes short films and photograph collections of issues including environmental causes, education, human rights, public health, animal welfare, spirituality and disabilities.
Subject: Social Sciences–Social Issues And Social Welfare–Philanthropy & Social Service; Social Sciences–Social Issues And Social Welfare–Disabilities; Education–Teachers & Administrators–Lesson Planning; Social Sciences–Social Issues And Social Welfare–Animal Rights; Social Sciences–Social Issues And Social Welfare–Human Rights
The Learning Page…especially for teachers
Historical Documents and Sources, Literature, Teachers and Administrators, Training
The Learning Page…especially for teachers
Presents lesson plans and other resources for teachers that incorporate the Library of Congress’s extensive American Memory collection. Search lesson plans by theme, topic, discipline, or era. “Features and activities” includes interactive activities to engage students’ attention.
Subject: Arts & Humanities–Literature; Education–Teachers & Administrators–Lesson Planning; Arts & Humanities–History–Historical Documents And Sources
The Opper Project
Teachers and Administrators, Training
The Opper Project
Project providing “teacher-created lesson plans tied to the Ohio Academic Content Standards” aiming to teach history using editorial cartoons to evoke discussion.
Subject: Education–Teachers & Administrators–Lesson Planning
PBS TeacherSource
Teachers and Administrators, Training
PBS TeacherSource
PBS TeacherSource includes more than 3,000 free lesson plans and activities. To help educators find materials quickly, resources are organized into seven subject areas (Arts & Literature, Health & Fitness, Math, Science, Social Studies, Pre K-2, Library Media), with a site search.
Subject: Education–Teachers & Administrators; Teachers & Parents Corner–Lesson Planning
Biotechnology Learning Hub
Teachers and Administrators, Training
Biotechnology Learning Hub
Provides resources for teaching and learning about biotechnology. Focus is on New Zealand, but the practical presentation of the information should be useful to visitors from all over.
Subject: Science & Technology–Life Sciences–Biotechnology; Education–Teachers & Administrators–Lesson Planning
The Teacher’s Companion to the Anime Companion
Books, Teachers and Administrators, Training
The Teacher’s Companion to the Anime Companion
A useful guide for teachers who might be considering using manga, anime, or related materials in their classroom as learning material.
Subject: Entertainment & Leisure–Books–Comics; Education–Teachers & Administrators
The Textmapping Project
Teachers and Administrators, Training
The Textmapping Project
Presents a method of teaching reading comprehension and textual analysis that involves learner interaction with the text.
Subject: Education–Teachers & Administrators–Lesson Planning; Reading Zone–Reading Zone Resources For Teachers & Parents
Breaking News English
English as a Second Language (ESL), Teachers and Administrators, Training
Breaking News English
Ready to use lesson plans for ESL (English as a Second Language) and EFL (English as a Foreign Language) courses based on current affairs. News articles, listening, and communicative activities at two different levels of difficulty are uploaded daily.
Subject: Education–English As A Second Language (ESL); Education–Teachers & Administrators
Biology Lessons
Teachers and Administrators, Training
Biology Lessons
Contains cell biology lessons for prospective elementary school teachers. With modifications, some of these materials are suitable for use with K-8 students.
Subject: Education–Teachers & Administrators; Science & Technology–Life Sciences–Cell Biology
Teachers Support Network
Teachers and Administrators, Training
Teachers Support Network
For teachers and school districts across the nation, this site provides an extensive database of the best available candidates, ensures their preparedness through unique assessment tools, and offers ongoing support for long-term retention. It also offers Teacher Tools and Advice covering such things as online job hunting and landing your first tea …
Subject: Education–Teachers & Administrators–Training
Learning Centre – Library and Archives Canada
Teachers and Administrators, Training
Learning Centre – Library and Archives Canada
This site for Canadian teachers and students features primary material culled from the holdings of Library and Archives Canada. Resources include lesson plans, tools for improving research skills, and book and website recommendations.
Subject: Education–Teachers & Administrators; Reading Zone–Reading Zone Resources For Teachers & Parents
Speechville Express
Teachers and Administrators, Training
Speechville Express
A resource for families, educators, and medical professional offering information about language development in children.
Subject: Education–Teachers & Administrators; Health & Medical Sciences–Pediatrics