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In the rectangle above, you will find the fundamental concepts and principles that underlie this standard. Below you will find a list of recommended "learning tools" for this standard. All links are in yellow, just click the link. Numbers are for reference only. Use our "Tell a Friend" feature, at the bottom,  to send this page to a friend!

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Molecular Expressions from Florida State University is a wonderful source for fine science education "learning tools". The simple, elegant tool we highlight here shows the classic Rutherford Experiment. This experiment was crucial to our understanding of the structure of the atom. Just change the width of the slit to see what happens.

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The Molecular Workbench Software is a great "learning tool". Molecular Workbench is free molecular modeling software for use in education. Unlike the static ball-and-stick models that do not move, the Molecular Workbench software computes and visualizes the motion of ensembles of atoms and molecules. You must download the FREE software to use this tool.  Developed by the Concord Consortium, a leader in science and math education.

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This "learning tool" is called WebElements. There are lots of periodic charts out on the web, but this one is one of the best. ScientificAmerican.com has selected the WebElements web site as a winner of the 2002 Sci/Tech Web Awards.

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The Chemistry Collective is a collection of virtual labs, scenario-based learning activities, and concepts tests which can be incorporated into a variety of teaching approaches as pre-labs, alternatives to textbook homework, and in-class activities for individuals or teams. It is organized by a group of faculty and staff at Carnegie Mellon University for college and high school teachers.

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This is a fun, Flash version of Tom Lehrer's song: The Elements. The song was created by Tom Lehrer and the web site created by Mike Stanfill and his graphic design company called Private Hand.

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This wonderful "learning tool" about the basics of Radioactivity was created by Andy Darvill from the Broadoak Community School (England). This page gives student the facts about radioactivity and then supplies links for extensions.

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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 the Half-Life to see their wonderful "learning tool".  Shockwave is required.

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With this "learning tool" students can learn to use the Element Builder. 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.

 

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