Curated OER
Learning from Light: The Big Bang
Learners explore what astronomers are able to examine our galaxy and universe by examining light. They explore in this sub-unit the formation of the universe, commonly called "The Big Bang," and it follows studying from the Light: The...
Curated OER
Science as a Source of Social Controversy
Students research the two opposing views and biographical information about Ptolemy and Copernicus in order to be familiar with the societal viewpoints that influenced the thinking of these two scientists. Students role-play supporters...
Curated OER
Earth And Beyond
In this earth and space worksheet, students identify and locate vocabulary terms and names related to earth and space sciences. There are 53 words located in the puzzle.
Curated OER
Ptolemy vs. Copernicus
Students list differences in the diagrams of a geocentric universe and a heliocentric universe. They students describe the religious impact of this change on man's conception of the universe and man's place within it. Students describe...
Curated OER
"Medieval Travels, The Mongols and the Silk Road Across Asia"
Eleventh graders are able to take information obtained from the various readings of primary and secondary sources and classroom discussions directed by the instructor and relate it to the student's curretn real life experiences. They...
PBS
Pbs Nova: Hunting the Edge of Space
A collection of articles and interactives on the topic of telescopes and what we have learned from them about the universe, including information about some of the strangest phenomena. One section discusses the giant telescopes of the...
Texas A&M University
Wildflowers in Bloom Photo Abum
The Wildflowers in bloom photo albumcontains an extensive look at beautiful images of many of the most showy wildflowers.
California Institute of Technology
Cool Cosmos: Ask an Astronomer: Universe & Space
This resource provides a look into the vast concept of the universe. Click on the question links to learn more.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Mit: Open Course Ware: Exploring Black Holes: General Relativity and Astrophysics
College-level physics course focusing on black holes. Course topics include general relativity, astrophysics, and elements of cosmology . Course features include selected video lectures, lecture notes, assignments, and exams.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Carl Sagan
This encyclopedia article from Wikipedia provides a brief biography of Carl Sagan, the American astronomer who pioneered exobiology and promoted the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (SETI), and science in general.
Kidport
Kidport: Space Science
This complete resource will help students to improve their understand of space exploration. Includes images of the universe, galaxies, stars and planets.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: How Cosmic Rays Help Us Understand the Universe
Veronica Bindi explains what cosmic rays are, and how they transmit information about our universe from the great beyond. [4:40]
Encyclopedia Mythica
Encyclopedia Mythica: Ragnarok
This site shares an encyclopedia entry for the a mythological topic of "Ragnarok".
Other
Chrono Zoom: Cosmos
An easy way to put historical events into perspective! This interactive timeline features the events of the cosmos.
Famous Scientists
Famous Scientists: Carl Sagan
A short biography about a scientist best known for his contributions to the research of extraterrestrial life, including experimental demonstration of the production of amino acids from basic chemicals by radiation.
Space Telescope Science Institute
Space Telescope Science Institute: Amazing Space
Amazing Space promotes the "science and majestic beauty of the universe for use in the classroom." Here you can find learning activities, lesson plans, teaching guides, and helpful tips for students eager to learn about space and space...
National Earth Science Teachers Association
Windows to the Universe: Soma
This entry from Windows to the Universe shows that In the Hindu religion, every part of the cosmos is related to an action of a god. "In Hindu mythology, Soma represents the god of the Moon." Includes a picture of "Soma."
NASA
Nasa: Astronomy Picture of the Day:
A different image is featured each day along with descriptive narrative. NASA offers different and sometimes unexpected views of our Earth and the universe.
California Institute of Technology
Cal Tech: Stories From Space: What's in Space?
Through this story you will be introduced to outer space: stars, the Milky Way, planets, the Solar System, the Sun, clouds of dust and gas, galaxies.
Curated OER
Amor De Cosmos
Amor de Cosmos led the pro-Confederation movement in British Columbia and eventually became premier. This short summary of his life is one in a series of biographical sketches of important Canadian historical figures for students aged 9-13.