George Mason University
Chnm: Between the Wars: The Scopes Trial
Read the fascinating transcript of the proceedings in court when Clarence Darrow called William Jennings Bryan to the stand to expose the weakness in his argument against evolution in the famous Scopes trial.
Curated OER
History Matters: "I Started Filling Rifles"
You can listen to or read an interview with a woman who was a strike supporter during the Colorado Coal strike. In this interview she recalls how she helped save women and children during the Ludlow Massacre in April, 1914.
University of Georgia
University of Georgia: Hargrett Library Rare Map Collection: American Civil War
This collection of rare Civil War maps enhance the study and learning of the Civil War. They provide a wealth of insight into the war and helps to better understand the events that occurred. A great resource for teachers and an exciting...
University at Buffalo
Suny at Buffalo: Study Habits and Test Anxiety
Do you study hard, but still fear tests? Here are some tips about how to create a good study environment, and how to recognize, address and overcome test anxiety. Although this site was created with college students in mind, students of...
Online Writing Lab at Purdue University
Purdue University Owl: Research: Where Do I Begin?
The 21st century has made access to information easier than ever. Purdue offers tips on how to narrow your research field when trying to sort through this information. Click on the links in the sidebar to learn about the different types...
World Wide School
World Wide School: Etext of "In a German Pension"
This site provides the complete etext for Katherine Mansfield's story "In a German Pension."
World Wide School
World Wide School: Etext of "The Wind in the Rose Bush"
This site provides the complete etext for Mary Wilkins Freeman's story "The Wind in the Rose-Bush" and for other stories in the published collection of her work by the same: "The Wind in the Rose-Bush: And Other Stories of the...
World Wide School
World Wide School: Etext of Harte's Condensed Novels
This site provides the complete etext for Harte's Condensed Novels.
World Wide School
World Wide School: Etext of "Diary of a Man of Fifty"
This site provides the complete etext for Henry James's story, "The Diary of a Man of Fifty."
Constitutional Rights Foundation
Constitutional Rights Foundation: Sudan, Imperialism and Mahdi's Holy War [Pdf]
Article on the Sudan region history and the Mahdi's holy war against British imperialism and Egypt. Includes questions for writing and discussion, short research project outline relating this historical event with modern conflict, and...
University of Wisconsin
The Why Files: Edward Teller
The "Father of the hydrogen bomb" is dead. But Edward Teller did more than design nuclear weapons -- he also fought arms control and pushed missile defense. What did Teller invent? Did he make us safer?
University of Colorado
University of Colorado: Ph Et Interactive Simulations: Balloons and Static Electricity
An interactive simulation with balloons and a sweater that teaches about static electricity, electric charges, and electric force. This simulation can either be downloaded or played online and includes handouts, lesson plans, and...
University of Colorado
University of Colorado: Ph Et Interactive Simulations: Density
An interactive simulation that teaches about density, mass, and volume through explorations of mass and volume with different objects. This simulation can either be downloaded or played online and includes handouts, lesson plans, and...
University of Colorado
University of Colorado: Ph Et Interactive Simulations: Masses & Springs
An interactive simulation that teaches about springs, Hooke's Law, and conservation of energy observing changes in kinetic, potential, and thermal energy by adjusting the stiffness and damping of springs holding various masses. This...
Polk Brothers Foundation Center for Urban Education at DePaul University
De Paul University: Center for Urban Education: How Does Writer Organize Nonfiction Text?[pdf]
This poster contains writing craft questions for students to ask when reading nonfiction. This graphic organizer is a copyrighted material that may be used for educational purposes.
PBS
Pbs Bloodlines: Making Precedent
Excellent site where students are challenged to read several case studies and make choices about what they would do in the situation. After they choose they are presented with some of the consequences that their decision may produce in...
University of South Florida
Fcat Express: Paynes Prairie
Adapted from Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park brochure, this article gives an excellent overview of the nature preserve and its history. The quiz offers feedback immediately.
Other
Holy Ramadan: Ramadan
Learn all about the traditions and beliefs surrounding the Islamic holiday of Ramadan.
Other
Maya Angelou Interview by David Frost
This site contains the full text of an interview with Maya Angelou by David Frost.
Other
Preposiciones Por Para
This site offers a terrific layout of the uses of por and para in an easy to read chart. You can also participate in a series of online exercises that will test you on what you've learned from the chart. Click on a number at the bottom...
Polk Brothers Foundation Center for Urban Education at DePaul University
Depaul University: Center for Urban Education: Content Vocabulary [Pdf]
This graphic organizer will assist student with learning technical words from content area reading. This graphic organizer is a copyrighted material that may be used for educational purposes.
Other
Tefl.net: Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Have you considered teaching English as a foreign language? Explore the TEFL resources to investigate this career opportunity.
Other
Hispanic Association of Colleges & Universities
The Hispanic Association of Colleges & Universities provides educational resources for hispanic students and professional to be successful in postsecondary education.
PBS
Pbs News Hour: Nixon Tapes
Transcript of Margaret Warner's interview with Stanley Kutler on his book, Abuse of Power, detailing the sections of the Nixon tapes which show the President's misuse of constitutional power, resulting in his impeachment. Insights into...