The web arm of the BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation) is called BBCi. They have a science page called BBCi Science. They have developed some tremendous learning tools for science. This tool is called Interactive Space Map and quickly can give students a universal perspective. Flash is required.

Generating and testing hypotheses is an important skill for young scientists. With the "learning tool" called Orbit Simulator students can see what would happen if they changed the MASS or the VELOCITY of the Earth. It is really fun! This clever tool comes to us from Visualize Science.

The Powers of Ten is a wonderful "learning tool" to give students a perspective on earth and space, and our place in it. This "learning tool" comes to us from an elegant site for microscopy called Molecular Expressions.

Planet 10 is a “learning tool” brought to us by Science Year, and it has two sections.  In the first, “Solar System Fly-through”, students virtually explore the planets, comets and asteroids.  In “World Builder”, the second section, students work their way through each of the creation screens choosing certain conditions that will ensure their planet is a successful place for life to grow and evolve.

This very short, very elegant "learning tool" is called Moon Phases. This java applet takes a little while to download, but it can help students understand a very hard concept. This comes to us from the University of Wisconsin.

This "learning tool" is called Moon Phases.  One of the most innovative science education companies is Explorelearning.com, they call their simulations, Gizmos. They are a subscription site , but they allow you to see this Gizmo for 5 minutes.   Shockwave is required. Tech Note: Click your browser refresh button if you get an error message after loading.

The name of this learning tool is called Eclipse of the Moon. This concept can be difficult for students. This "learning tool" comes to us from an elegant site for microscopy called Molecular Expressions.

Sky and Telescope's Interactive Sky Chart is a spectacular "learning tool". Whether you're in Greenland, Australia, or a small town in the U.S., simply plug your city into Sky & Telescope's Interactive Sky Chart and simulate a naked-eye view of the sky. Works from any location on earth, at any time of day or night, on any date from 1600 to 2400. Our link takes you to the main Sky and Telescope link, just scroll down near the bottom to find the Interactive Sky Chart. Worth the effort. An incredible tool!

Planet Size Comparison is a “learning tool” by Science NetLinks. It can be used to enhance students’ understanding of our solar system and to help them gain a better appreciation for the sizes of the nine planets, plus the sun and the earth’s moon.

Planetary Mysteries highlights the questions scientists still have about our solar system and each of its planets and then provides possible answers to those mysteries based on collected evidence.  This learning tool comes to us from American Museum of Natural History.

Would you like to know where every satellite circling the earth is? Now you can with NASA's J-Track 3-D. This is an amazing site that lets you see, in real time, specific satellites. You can also drill down for specific information about the country or origin and their mission. Another winner from the leader in web science education.

Google continues to supply amazing tools for students and teachers. Google Mars has made a giant leap beyond even the moon to give Googlers their first close up of Mars. You don't get the complete picture, but the locations of pretty much every landing, successful or otherwise, are depicted along with many of the most important geographical features such as Valles Marineris.The images were snapped some 250 miles out.

The latest mission to Saturn and it's moon Titan, by NASA and ESA, was a spectacular success! The name of this "learning tool" is called Cassini-Huygens Mission to Saturn and Titan. This web site contains the incredible images this mission was able to capture. The web site is clear and easy to navigate for students. What an accomplishment! Developed by NASA's Jet Propulsion Lab. NASA continues to be a leader in science education for all of us!

Elegant and spectacular The Dynamic Earth from the National Museum of Natural History is an amazing "learning tool". This site is divided into four areas: Plate Tectonics and Volcanoes, The Solar System, Gems and Minerals, and Rocks and Mining. Using clear design and clever multimedia content, this is a must see for those studying geology. Produced by the Smithsonian.

The name of this wonderful web suite of learning tools is called the Tides.  This incredibly well designed science resource is divided into four sections: 1) Lesson, 2) Global Impact, 3) Explore, and Activities. Make sure that you visit all of them. This learning tool is from one of the leaders in science education the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Their clear vision and exciting design  help students learn science in innovative ways.

The name of this wonderful web suite of learning tools is called the Water Cycle. This incredibly well designed science resource is divided into four sections: 1) Lesson, 2) Global Impact, 3) Explore, and Activities. Make sure that you visit all of them. This learning tool is from one of the leaders in science education the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Their clear vision and exciting design  help students learn science in innovative ways.

Tides are an important concept for students to understand. One of the most innovative science education companies is Explorelearning.com, they call their simulations, Gizmos. They are a subscription site, but they allow you to see this Gizmo for 5 minutes. Just click on Tides to see their wonderful "learning tool".  Shockwave is required. Tech Note: Click your browser refresh button if you get an error message after loading.