Curated OER
The Energy of Empty Space
In this energy in empty space worksheet, high schoolers use an equation for Cosmic Inflation to solve eight problems. They find the domain and range of the function of the equation, they determinethe axis of symmetry, they find the...
National Science Foundation
National Science Foundation: Astronomy and Space: Research Overview
Explore some of our most fundamental questions about space exploration with this research overview collected by scientists at the National Science Foundation. Additionally, experience deep space first-hand with telescope interactives.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: Dark Matter: The Matter We Can't See
The Greeks had a simple and elegant formula for the universe: just earth, fire, wind, and water, but this visible matter comprises only 4% of the universe. CERN scientist James Gillies tells us what accounts for the remaining 96% (dark...
NASA
Nasa Cosmology: The Study of the Universe
Cosmology is the study of the "large scale properties of the universe as a whole." In this set of sites, NASA provides information on the Big Bang Theory in a simplified language. The beginning, evolution, structure, fluctuations and...
Other
Particle Physics at Discovery's Horizon
Explore the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) and how the U.S. Department of Energy and National Science Foundation have collaborated with this huge project and related experiments. You can find facts about the LHC, browse a bank of high...
Georgia Department of Education
Ga Virtual Learning: Cosmology
This interactive module will help students understand cosmology. Learn about the standard cosmological model and explore if life is possible in other places besides the Earth.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: How Big Is the Universe?
In this media-rich essay from the NOVA Web site, astronomer Brent Tully of the University of Hawaii walks you through the latest scientific theories about the size of the universe.
BBC
Bbc: Dark Matter
A clear explanation of how dark matter was discovered and why it is important to astronomers.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: Patricia Burchat Sheds Light on Dark Matter
Watch as physicist, Patricia Burchat, discusses two basic ingredients of our universe, dark matter and dark energy, and the effects they have in the expanding universe. [17:09]
Symmetry Magazine
Symmetry Magazine: Explain It in 60 Seconds: Dark Energy
Dark energy, described here, is the ultimate mystery for scientists. It is the force that is causing the expansion of the universe they believe. "Explain It In 60 Seconds" is an article series that aims to summarize in a few paragraphs...
Seeker
Seeker: Week of 1 6 14: Is Earth Surrounded by Dark Matter?
Article reports on a presentation that suggests that the Earth is surrounded by dark matter.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Dark Matter
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Overview of dark matter and dark energy.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Dark Matter
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Overview of dark matter and dark energy.
NASA
Nasa: Wmap: Fate of the Universe
A general look at the expansion of the universe and the Big Bang theory.
Space Telescope Science Institute
Hubble Site: Way Out!
Can you help a cow plot a path out of the Milky Way? This hilarious space game is for all ages and is offered by HubbleSite. Users may pick their level of expertise and can choose from novice, pretty smart about space, or an astrobrainiac.
Libre Text
Libre Texts: Physics: Dark Matter: Rotation Curve of Galaxy
The universe goes beyond the sun. Scientists study the amount of mass in the universe, but they also need to measure it in the far outreaches of the universe that are in the dark. Find out how they measure the mass of the entire universe.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Acceleration
Acceleration, an increase in the rate of change, is occurring both in the Universe and in human culture on planet Earth. This article explains these fascinating changes.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Dark Matter Study Guide
This comprehensive study guide covers the main terms and concepts needed for an earth science unit on dark matter. Review questions are included at the bottom of the study guide.
NASA
Nasa Space Place: Dark Matter
Offers an explanation of dark matter and dark energy, material that scientists cannot directly observe.
NASA
Nasa: Wilkinson Microwave Anisotropy Probe
The WMAP is NASA's mission to make fundamental measurements of cosmology. The stream of information has ended and full analysis of the data will be continuing. Site provides the 7-year results and the top ten findings of the probe. 2010